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10-25-2014, 09:03 PM | #1 |
Donating YT 2000 Club Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: Los Angeles, California, USA
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| How to screen/pick a new vet? I've been putting this off for a year; driving an extra 40 miles just to take Kaji to his current/old vet who we both love very much. But... In case of emergencies, or a quick run to the vet for tummy meds it's too much of a distance. Now comes the part I'm scared of, picking a new vet. How do I go about picking a new vet? I live in a very small town now, and I don't know anyone here whose recommendation I would feel good about. Am I overthinking it? Probably. Am I being paranoid? Yes! I'm scared of picking the wrong one. How do I pick a good one?
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10-25-2014, 09:17 PM | #2 |
Donating YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Where the deer and the antelope play
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| That's a tough one. I have been with our clinic my entire life although they are on the second and third generation of vets since I was a kid there. Check to see if the clinic you are considering has a Facebook page and check reviews. If it's possible you could private message clients through FB as a way for personal opinions or expanded opinions based on their review. They will often be more honest if they are giving an opinion privately. Stop and visit by yourself maybe get some general information, maybe a tour. First impressions are important and you will get a feel for staff, cleanliness, organization, and how updated their equipment is. Trust your instincts. Good luck!
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10-25-2014, 09:29 PM | #3 |
Donating YT 2000 Club Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: Los Angeles, California, USA
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| Thank you so much! I didn't even think of checking facebook for more reviews.
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10-25-2014, 09:47 PM | #4 |
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| My vet has her reviews good and bad posted on her website, she treats all types of pets, but really knows small dogs very well, she has 2 small dogs of her own. Call the vet you re considering and set up an interview with them as well, then you can as all the question you want, if they won't do an interview, I'd skip them. Good luck. Cheers Quad & Gina
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10-26-2014, 04:05 AM | #5 |
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| you can also ask ppl in your area that have dogs, who they use.
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10-26-2014, 06:41 AM | #6 | |
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I agree about stopping in, asking what services they offer and what equipment they have. You can ask about the anesthesia protocol, experience with small dogs/Yorkies. Then trust your instincts and see how an appointment goes with the vet. Reviews can be helpful as a starting point, but I will say that the vet's office I left had great reviews. Not every vet is right for every patient. A couple of vets in our area receive great reviews only because their prices are attractive.
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10-26-2014, 07:32 AM | #7 |
Donating YT 3000 Club Member Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: USA
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| I will not go to a vet that isn't open 24 hours. My vet(s) have regular hours and then are the Emergency Vet "after hours" They are fully staffed and more importantly the patients are never left alone... I have had friends that have had to pick up their pups at closing, take them to the ER, then back again...NO WAY That is first on my list....
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10-26-2014, 07:36 AM | #8 |
Furbutts = LOVE Donating Member Moderator | I would do a search on your vet and see if there are any comments on Yelp, other review sites, FB etcetera. I go to a multi-vet practice and before I went there, I called the receptionist desk a few times on different days and asked them for some recommendations of any of their vets (knowing, obvs, that they couldn't say anything bad). I'd also tell them what my babies' current issues where (ie, need someone good w/ Cushings, LP, minimal vaccine giving, yorkies, supports feeding raw food etc). You could also ask to stop by for a tour of the facility and you may be able to meet a couple of the vets while there. If they have a kennel, look for reviews of the kennel. And of course, always seek out word of mouth.
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10-26-2014, 06:10 PM | #9 |
Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Sep 2014 Location: Tallahassee, FL, US
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| We recently changed vets because we realized we've been going to the same one for 25 years with various pets, and yet when we go in it's like they've never seen us before. Just a number. It's night and day now with the new place. The 2nd time we went in they welcomed us back, asked about Cozy and Moonshine (pets not with us that day), and really acted like they cared and appreciated our business. If you go to a vet---or a doctor for yourself---and you don't feel good...change until you get one you're happy with. What works for one person might not work for another, so don't be shy about telling your new vet what your expectations are. |
10-26-2014, 06:59 PM | #10 | |
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