29 Dec 11 Veterinary Clinics

Have you ever had to select a veterinary clinics for your family pets? When you think about it, the process is a lot like that of choosing a family doctor. This article has a thorough discussion of how to choose a veterinary clinic. I’ll summarize its main points here:

• Make sure there is good “chemistry” between you and the veterinary staff—and between your pets and the staff.

• Insist that the veterinarian and staff speak to you in plain English (or Spanish, if that’s your language) instead of using a lot of medical jargon.

• Don’t worry too much about whether the veterinarian is young or old. Instead, look for signs that the vet is continually keeping up with the latest in veterinary medicine.

• Check ratings and reviews online and ask your friends and neighbors for their recommendations.

• Compare prices among veterinary clinics to ensure that you aren’t being overcharged just because the clinic is in a fancy location.

• If you can, choose a vet that’s convenient to your home.

• Be sure that the veterinary clinic’s hours of operation work with your schedule.

• Inspect the clinic to see if it’s clean, warm, friendly, organized, and well-maintained. It’s fine to ask the veterinary staff to give you a tour of the entire facility as long as it’s not during peak hours.

These tips will give you a good idea of how to make this important selection. Since you’re likely to be in a long-term relationship, be sure to choose carefully!

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