If I had to find a vet, the things below would be a must:
Good personality
Will listen to me
Doesn’t enforce yearly vaccinations for no good reason (might insist on titers which is fine with me)
Doesn’t always want to medicate…makes sure it is necessary
Uses Isoflurane or sevoflurane as maintainence anesthesia during surgery
Does surgery on a heated surface
Doesn’t refuse to give pain meds after surgery if the dog’s body can handle them
Will do preop bloodwork if requested
Takes phone calls and doesn’t charge for them
Doesn’t mind answering questions
Clean office
Even if they sell prescription foods, they shouldn’t force them on you
Doesn’t leave sick animals or animals who just had surgery alone overnight (lots do this)
Hopefully they take emergencies and are there 24/7
Uses newer technology and isn’t lost in the past (afraid to change)
I would want all of these things and this is my minimum.
