Veterinary Health Care
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My veterinarian says my pet’s office visit / vaccinations / surgery / medication, etc.
Like most other professional offices you visit (your dentist, chiropractor, lawyer, etc.) fees are payable at the time service is rendered. Your best course of action is to call your…
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Isn’t the cost of veterinary medicine out of sight and unreasonable?
The extent of care given to any animal is ultimately determined by its owner. Every pet owner has different ideas as to what is acceptable pet care. Veterinarians can only…
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Why should I spay or neuter my pet? Why does it cost what it does?
There are long term health benefits to your pet when it is spayed or neutered; your veterinarian can explain these to you. Obviously, the primary benefit is controlling the pet…
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I recently took in a stray that appeared injured, possibly hit by a car. etc.
If you “adopt” or “take in” the animal, you become the owner and therefore are responsible for the animal’s care. Hopefully, a healthy animal is your reward for trying to…
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Why can’t veterinarians advise, diagnose and/or prescribe over the phone?
Not only is it unethical and illegal to prescribe for an animal that has not been physically examined by a veterinarian, it is also impossible to accurately diagnosis and determine a…
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Why is there such a wide range of prices for the same procedure(s) among veterinarians?
Fees are set by each individual veterinary practice and each has different expenses that are covered by the fees charged (i.e., salaries, rent, utilities). Often, the different fees do not…
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How much should I anticipate spending for veterinary care for a new puppy or kitten?
Most puppies and kittens need basic health examinations, checks for parasites and vaccinations. Veterinary hospitals will provide general estimates over the phone. If you check with a few hospitals, you…
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Does my pet have to get a full set of vaccinations to get a rabies certificate ? What shot(s) are absolutely necessary for my dog/cat and how much do they cost?
To get a rabies certificate, only a rabies vaccination is needed. This law is in place to protect humans and animals from the spread of rabies. However, the vaccine cannot…
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Why is veterinary care for my pet(s) so expensive?
Relatively speaking, veterinary care is a great value! The cost of veterinary care has risen very little over the last 20 to 30 years, especially when compared to the cost…
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My sick or injured pet needs to be seen by a veterinarian for prompt attention, but I can’t afford it.
Most pet owners have a regular veterinarian who will work out a payment plan with his/her regular clients. The problem arises with people who have pets that do not get…