I have at LEAST two vets at any given time for my critters.
My favorite vet is a mobile vet, so while I look to her first ..I often can't get an appt. right away, when I need one...and should I need to drop urine or stool sample off for testing....its good to have a vet with a stationary office to do that; so I have another vet close by that's "ok" for those things.
There is also a homeopathic vet that has helped out a great deal in areas where the knowledge of the other two is thin and has been quite helpful in prescibing non-drug remedies (diet, accupuncture & homeopathic) to address problems.
When Quintie was alive..he had a specialist...well two...a cardiologist and an internist. (I on the other hand have no health insurance...hehehe)
****The important thing is to get hard copies of each
visit, what was done to solve the problem that the animal was brought in for...what meds where given..etc..(not just a receipt for payment..but a copy of whatever notes the doc. took and wrote in the animal's folder) and make certain that EACH of the animal's doctors has a copy in their file, (learned this from taking care of an elderly great aunt ;-). Good vets will understand and respect your decision, not give you a hard time about it. Good vets are also eager to share ideas and learn about other methods used to treat their patients, even if they choose not to participate in their administration.
Remember, YOU PAY THEM, THEY WORK FOR YOU...do what you feel is best for your animal and you...first.
Good luck! (How lucky you are to find two vets you like so much!!!)
T
Hi guys and babes! I was wondering if it is okay to have 2 vets. I found that great one off of Kats list but....when my sister went to the dog/cat clinic..it is a mile away from my house I fell inlove with the vets brillant and personable bedside. When he put my sisters baby Minnion to sleep he put his hand on her shoulder and said I am soo sorry for your lost. He also said he wasn't going to charge her. He is very with it concerning FELV FIV FIP and very caring. I also am torn because I LOVE the other new vet too. A few weeks ago when i dumped my ex-vet i stressed that i wouldn't be able to find a good vet...now i am torn between two>>>>?
kayte
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