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Does your pet need local vet care?
A visit to the veterinarian is very important for our pets. Vets are animal doctors specializing in specific procedures such as preventative medicine, nutrition and treatment of diseases.
Keep in mind that your dog, cat, horse, parrot, gerbil or snake is...well almost like a family member! With special nurturing and love, they will soon become your best friend and return that love many times over!
A veterinarian is described as a board certified specialist after the completion of an approved residency program and examination process administered by a particular specialty college.
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Choosing your Veterinarian
There's no better feeling than going to a pet store or local pound and bringing a new warm fuzzy friend into your home. For some animals it can mean an opportunity at a new life far away from past abusive owners. Pets of all sizes, shapes and colors offer so much. There are police k-9 dogs, rescue animals, and special needs animals for disabled. And then there are animals that lay beside you to give their love and support. Pets don’t need big fancy homes, or first class living styles - a loving owner will do just fine. Part of loving your animal is being there for them through thick and thin. Another important responsibility is keeping them healthy - with regular trips to your local veterinarian.
Keeping your pet healthy can require some planning and organization. There are tick and flea shots as well as dental work and optometry (to care for your animals eyes). Costs can add up. But are these operations really essential to your pets care? The answer is yes. If you're worried about the burdensome costs that come with owning a pet, you might want to think twice. There is great responsibility that comes from owning a pet.
Choosing the right vet is an equally important but satisfying task. Vets are very skillful. They need to look carefully because an animal can’t say what is wrong with them. Veterinarians have to issue blood tests, x-ray tests, treat broken bones, remove tumors, cover and treat wounds, and even perform surgeries, depending on the seriousness of the ailment. All vets have a passion for animals because they are working with them on a daily basis. Pets can suffer injuries at any hour so vets often work long hours. Many vets work in small clinics and hospitals. In addition to caring for the injured, some vets are also animal inspectors - checking to ensure living conditions do not unecessarily increase the risk of disease, ticks and fleas.
In 2006 it was estimated there were an estimated 62,000 vets working in the U.S. Veterinarians make a good living. Much of their income comes most from performing regular checkups. For cats and dogs, a regular examination is around $40. Vaccines for rabies and distemper are about $50 each. Feline Aids and leukemia tests are $50. These regular fees can add up quickly. Depending on the type of animal, prices may vary. The best advice is to shop around. As your pet grows in age he/she is exposed to higher risks.
Considering adoption? Ask your veterinarian to check any free animals first before you decide to take them in. Your vet may discover ringworm or other diseases. Advance examination could save you from inheriting a problem for your wallet and for yourself.
Owning a pet is a wonderful experience. Your new friend will bring unlimited joy - more than you might have ever expected. Make that joy last a lifetime. Ensure your pet gets it shots, has regualr check-ups and is seen by a qualified veterinarian in your neighborhood. Your pet will love you for it!
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