The Pet Owner’s Expectations Of Their Veterinarian

1. The Pet Owner’s Expectations Of Their Veterinarian Many families all over the world – if not most – have at least one pet in the household, and often more than just the one. Cats and dogs, even if not exclusively so, are normally the popular choices. We keep pets because they’re cute when they’re little, we fall in love with them within the first few hours they spend with us, and before we know it they become lifelong companions, and soon our responsibilities no longer simply extend to the welfare of our children, but also to the cat, the dog, the parrot and any pet we love and cherish. Looking after pets is not only about providing shelter and food, we also show them our love by making sure we introduce them to the family veterinarian when they are still very little, and we make sure they visit the practice, the animal hospital, or clinic for regular visits – or when an emergency comes up. This also means that pet owners, much like one does with the family physician, will look around for the best, most often recommended veterinary service in the area where they reside whether that is Brighton or Greely, Colorado or Belsize Park, London – in fact, anywhere. Pet owners want to know that when their pet is sick when it needs care and attention, they can rely on the services of the best veterinarians in their neighborhood. They will therefore want to know who to turn to for the best attention. Of course, word of mouth plays an important part in helping individuals and families decide who to go to. What is certain is that, at the very least, the following characteristics and abilities should be present before one visits a specific practice – and to be sure you go back there in the future: Compassion and love for animals – without this important quality it would be hard for pet owners to show trust, and for animals to relax and form a bond with the veterinarian. It is easy to pick it up: look and listen to how the veterinarian speaks to the pet, how he/she touches it and how the animal responds. This is important to ensure pet and professional are comfortable with each other; Experience– no pet owner would want to visit a practice that does not offer the services of knowledgeable, experienced veterinarians and personnel; the higher their

2. level of expertise, the better the chances are people will take their pets to them. Also, a veterinarian that shows great dexterity with their hands are normally those that quickly take charge and work with confidence, ensuring that both owner and animal feel safe and comfortable; Effective diagnostics and treatment– of course, pets may be suffering from many ailments or injuries, just like their humans, so the owner wants to have the confidence that the veterinarian knows what to look for, what treatment to prescribe – even surgery when needed – and what medicines if applicable; Follow-up– the veterinarian that shows interest in their clients, and in the well-being of their pets, will most likely build up a great following if they make sure they do a good follow-up to check that sick pets show improvement and that their owners feel relaxed about the situation. The above is a mere indication of the very basic qualities that pet owners are looking for when they need the assistance of a professional. Still add to that a good name in the region, the fact that they work from upscale, modern rooms and that they remain abreast of the latest technological advancements in their industry and chances are you are dealing with a good clinic known for their the quality of their service and an interest in the well-being of your pet. About Us: At Powell Veterinary Service we offer all pet owners almost 30 years of dedicated, unrivalled service to ensure their pets remain healthy and happy. We offer a great experience and are proud of the services we offer about all aspects of animal care. We perform surgeries, we spay and neuter, we offer boarding facilities and we provide puppies for different activities that appeal to our clients. At PVS we also offer a wellness service for pets to ensure any conditions are picked up early. We are Kersey, CO-based, and serve the surrounding areas. We are available by appointment, but also for emergencies. Pets are our passion and we ensure that your animal receives excellent treatment from our practice. For more about us please visit https://powellvets.com/.