You might be new in town or have just gotten a new pet so you will most likely be looking for a practice that suits your needs and those of your favorite furry family member. Just like any other healthcare decision, you won’t be taking this one lightly. With any luck you and your pet will form a long-lasting relationship with a new veterinarian. Taking your time and making wise choices can help you avoid feeling disillusioned later down the road.
Questions You Might Ask
While it may make you feel uncomfortable to ask questions of prospective veterinarians, the only thing you need to keep in mind is that your pet cannot speak for himself, so you have to be advocate for him. A couple of quite important questions are:
Does a clinic offer emergency services and/or after-hours treatment? If they don’t, who do they refer their seriously injured and ill animals to?
Do they have the most up-to-date diagnostic and monitoring equipment?
What are the average costs of routine procedures such as checkups, vaccinations, and dental care?
How to “Size Up” a Prospective Vet
Write down all the questions you can think of to ask and make an appointment to visit the clinics and speak with the doctors without your pet. There are a few things to be looking for:
Is there parking near to the office? If it isn’t, it will make it difficult to bring a seriously ill, injured, or large pet into the clinic.
Does it to be clean and organized? You should be able to smell any orders of urine, feces, blood, or vomit. The examining room should be close to spotless.
When you watch the staff do they appear to be caring towards the animals and are they able to communicate with you efficiently and effectively.
How many veterinarians are in the practice and do any of them specialize?
Portage Park Animal Hospital and Dental Clinic at Logan Square is one you should have on your list. They are always willing to fully answer any and all questions and concerns you might have. Contact web.com today to schedule appointment.
