If your dog is unwell, please don’t take him/her for a walk before the appointment since a urine sample might need to be collected. It may also cause his/her temperature to be falsely raised. If he /she is particularly nervous, having some favourite treats ready may help.
Please let us know if your dog is particularly nervous or can be aggressive.
Please ensure someone is available to assist in holding your dog for an examination.
Please try to keep your cat in one room and ensure he/she is easily reached in that room i.e., not able to hide under the bed, behind a cupboard or squeeze into a difficult-to-reach space.
Please make sure that windows, doors and cat doors are all closed so that your cat cannot escape during the visit.
Please ensure someone is available to assist in holding your cat during the examination. Having some favourite treats available may assist him/her to settle down.
If your pet is particularly nervous about visiting a clinic or has other behaviour issues, a vet house call is often far less stressful and allows the attending vet a glimpse into what he/she does at home. If you work long hours, have small children, have transport challenges or simply have several pets that need attending to, arranging a vet home visit at a suitable time makes the process far more pleasant and much less of an ordeal.
Since I offer this as part of a veterinary house call service, I am able to understand your family’s circumstances, your pet’s perspective and your interactions at home, rather than in the clinic environment where pets are more likely to be anxious and often behave differently than in their usual environment. I look forward to providing well-rounded, quality vet care to your furry friend!
