How to Prepare for the Vet
The time has come to bring your precious little one to the veterinarian. Maybe it's time for his yearly check up, or maybe he's been acting a little funny lately (e.g. ripping up every pair of socks you own) and you want to make sure everything is all right. It might seem as simple as getting your companion into a
carrier, but the preparation takes more care and detail than that. It can be tough to handle the finicky nature of pets. Somehow they always know where you are taking them, and they will skitter across the floor and hide under your bed until you put the carrier back into the closet.
Choosing a Vet
* '''Location''': Convenience of location is always important, especially when an emergency occurs. If you don't have a car, you may want to consider an office near a public transportation stop.
* '''Cost''': Vet fees can vary greatly. Most clinics are fairly reasonably priced, but private practices might charge a bit more. When inquiring about fees, keep your budget in mind, and don't forget to ask if the office has a sliding scale policy (certain places will work with you if you can't afford a larger vet bill).
* '''Personality''': You want a vet who is both an animal person and a people person. If the vet snuggles up to your cat, but talks down to you, run. That's not the place you want to be taking your kitty!
* '''Services''': Check out what services the office provides. Do they do indvd'>Wonder Dog?
* '''Facility''': Most vets would not object to a tour of their facilities. Check how clean everything is, if cats and dogs are kept separate and if everything seems safe and organized.
Gathering Info for the Vet
When you've finally set up your appointment, be ready with background information. The doctor is going to want to know a lot of things about your pet's lifestyle, so have those answers prepared ahead of time and things will run more smoothly.
Keeping Your Pet Calm
It's the morning of your appointment, and you are all ready to go. Your notes are in hand and you have car keys at the ready, but Fido is nowhere in sight. Transporting your pet safely can be a trying experience, but here are some ideas to make things go well.
After the Visit
After being handled by a stranger, your pet will be shaken for awhile and may not be in the friendliest mood. In fact, he or she may even be aggressive and hiss at you. When you get home, let the little creature be on its own until it comes around, and don't take it personallythey are still on high alert after such an experience..
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