One thing I thought of, and it applies to my vet (which is why I love him):
Pick a vet who values all animals, no matter the size or species, and
treats all of them with love, respect and patience. Also, it`s a good idea
if the vet takes all of their own emergency calls instead of belonging to a
network of them who will take turns being on call. Problem is, you never
know who you`re going to get on the phone or what office you may have to go
to in an emergency, if they belong to a network. ~Deb
----- Original Message -----
From: "[Angela] [Hull]" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
To: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
Sent: Tuesday, August 08, 2000 6:34 AM
Subject: Update on Vet List
> Here's an updated list of the "How to Find and What to Look for in a
Gerbil
> Vet" list that I am working on for my website. Please feel free to add to
> it, or perhaps criticize any items. I plan on putting at the bottom of
the
> web page: "This List was Compiled with the help of GML Members" (and GML
> being a link to the GML site) I figured that would be easier then trying
to
> remember who said what.
>
> Thanks
> Angie
>
> 1. Call around and see what vets will treat your gerbils if the need
arises
> 2. Ask other exotic pet owners/breeder if they've taken their pet to the
> vet, who it was and their opinion of the place. (Look on bulletin boards
at
> pet shop..breeders often post business cards there)
> 3. Look for cleanliness in the vets office..if you're not
satisfied...look
> for another vet.
> 4. Try searching online for a local vet, or visit
> www.vin.com/PetCare/Main.htm You can also try searching for other places
> online where you can talk one on one with a vet or leave a message on a
> message board if you're in a location where a suitable vet cannot be
found.
> 5. See if the vet has treated gerbils before, perhaps has even owned
gerbils.
>
