Before you decide to bring home that cute rescue dog you are going to want to make sure you have gone through the process of choosing a vet for your dog. Although you may be told that your new dog is healthy they can always get sick and it’s always good to know where you will be taking your dog to the vet. Another thing to keep in mind is that some rescues may require you to let them know which veterinarian you are planning on taking your new family member to ensure that you will take your dog to the vet. Here are some things to keep in mind when picking a vet.
1) Make sure the vet will let you bring your dog by just to say hi and get a treat then leave. This can help you to train your dog that the vet is not a scary place. In the end this can ultimately make a huge different between your rescue dog hating or loving the vet you take them to.
Check out your vets reviews online. Many vets have reviews from google or yelp make sure to check them out and see what others say about them.
2) When choosing a vet for your dog keep in mind that people are more likely to write a review when they are mad and some reviews should be taken with a grain of salt but they can help you get a general idea about your potential new vet.
3) Ensure that your vet is comfortable working with your breed of dog. Although this shouldn’t even be a concern some vets can be leery of dogs with “bad reputations” and you want to make sure you get the best care for your dog possible without dealing with a fearful vet.
4) It’s always a good idea to check out pricing and compare pricing with other vets before you take your dog there. Although pricing can vary if there are extreme differences in prices it can be something to look out for. This also can help you to find out what basic care will cost for your dog.
5) Finally, I would make sure that when your vet examines your rescue dog you are able to be in the room with them. When you are with your dog and they are being examined you are able to ask questions that you may not think to ask if you are not there when your dog is examined.