Maybe you recently adopted a new puppy or an adult dog and you need to find a veterinarian. Or possibly you just moved to a new town because you just got married or you needed to relocate for a new job. Are you looking for a good veterinarian? A new Poodle puppy will probably need a check up soon after coming into your family. It is a good idea to find a veterinarian before you bring your new puppy home. You may wish to read Searching for a veterinarian: The essential checklist: "The essential steps you should take to find the right veterinarian for your dog".
Here is a helpful list of some important things to think about when looking for a new veterinarian.
1.You may wish to contact your local Humane Society or animal shelter and ask if they can give you a list of veterinarians in your area.
2.Talk to other dog owners that happen to live in your neighborhood about their veterinarian. You can ask a friend, a dog groomer or even a pet sitter for a good recommendation.
3.The phone book is a good resource of information. You can easily search for Veterinarians and Animal Hospitals.
4.You can also do a search online for local veterinarians in your area.
5.It is important to check if the veterinarian has a membership in the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA).
6.If you happen to be looking for a specialist, you may want to check if the vet is board certified in the specialty you are interested in for your pet's needs.
Once you have narrowed down your search for a veterinarian, there are some questions to think about at this point.
1. Do you have a flexible schedule that would allow you to go to an office appointment during the morning or afternoon hours of the day? What are the veterinarian's regular office hours? Is the office open on Saturdays or open in the evenings a few days a week? It may be very important to know if there are after-hour emergency services available.
2.Do you mind driving a little distance across town to get to a good veterinarian or would you prefer an office nearby?
3.How many veterinarians are actually in the office practice?
4.Do they routinely offer any boarding services?
5.Does the veterinarian have any areas of specialty in his practice?
6.Are services like x-rays, bloodwork or other diagnostics done in their office?
7.What is their normal procedure for scheduling appointments in advance for your pet?
8.What forms of payment are accepted and do their fees fit your financial budget at this time?
Next, you may want to schedule a visit to meet the office staff and learn about their specific policies. You can check to see if the office is clean and if the receptionists and assistants appear caring and knowledgeable. It may be helpful to know if they offer products like specialty dog food or items that are routinely used for grooming purposes, like specific dog shampoos.
Hopefully, this information will be of some help to you when you are looking for a veterinarian to take the very best care of your Poodle! You many also want to read this informative article: Choosing a Veterinarian : The Humane Society of the United States.
