For many pet parents, the concept a mobile vet is very appealing. Loading your pet(s) into the car and sitting in a potentially crowded waiting room can be a huge hassle, but with mobile vets, the doc comes to you.
While many people would agree that mobile vets are a convenient option, there are certain instances where pets and their humans can really benefit from this at-home service. Below, check out 8 times to use a mobile vet instead of a veterinary clinic.
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You have multiple pets.
Pet parents with multiple pets — especially those of different species — will love the ease and efficiency of the vet coming to them. With a mobile vet, you can avoid the hassle of loading everyone into the car… then unloading them once you arrive at the clinic!
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Your dog or cat hates car rides.
Some dogs get anxious or motion sick in the car, as do many felines. It can be especially hard to wrangle a cat into her carrier, and if you only use it for vet visits, she likely associates it with those unpleasant appointments. Rather than risking scratches, whimpers, and vomit in your car, you can opt for a house call — it’ll be easier for everyone!
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You have a nervous pet.
Whether you have a cat that’s terrified of dogs or a pooch that cowers at the sight of strangers, the waiting room can be a scary place for nervous pets. The anxiety can even make some dogs reactive, leading them to snarl at people or animals they don’t know. You can avoid unnecessary stress by having vet exams right at your house; in some cases, it may be in the best interest of everyone’s safety.
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Your companion has a difficult time getting around.
Senior or handicapped dogs can especially benefit from mobile vet visits because they don’t have to deal with navigating busy waiting rooms or jumping in and out of a car. For a dog who has a hard time getting around, the experience of going to the clinic can be very overwhelming.
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You have a difficult time getting around.
Likewise, pet parents who find it difficult to get around, can’t drive, or simply don’t want to, can really benefit from a mobile vet service.
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You have kids.
If you’re a parent, chances are you’re busy! In between pick-ups, drop-offs, work and activities, squeezing a vet visit into your schedule can be difficult. Home vet visits are not only more convenient, you don’t have to worry about dragging your kids to the vet with you or hiring a sitter.
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You want to avoid exposure to contagious illnesses.
Aside from annual exams, pets go to the animal doc when they’re feeling under the weather. Unfortunately, this means that you and your companion may come in contact with something contagious, which can be especially dangerous for unvaccinated kittens and puppies. On the flip side, if you’re getting your pet checked for something that could easily spread — like kennel cough, for instance — having the vet come to you could really benefit other clients.
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A mobile vet can be a peaceful end-of life option for your pet.
Helping end your pet’s pain or discomfort is one of the hardest decisions you’ll ever have to make, and if your companion always hated the vet, it’s the last place you want to bring them. Mobile vets can assist with at-home euthanasias, allowing pets to drift off into eternal sleep surrounded by their favorite people in the comfort of their own homes.