Pet Care At Your Convenience: Are In-Home Pet Care Services Right For My Pet?

Veterinarians suggest a checkup twice a year for older pets to ensure optimal pet care. Yet some pets may dread their visit to the animal hospital, which can make a twice-a-year veterinarian visit especially stressful for both you and your furry friend.
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Fortunately, in-home veterinary visits are becoming popular, especially for older pets who may not feel comfortable coming into the office for general exams and vaccines.

How does in-home pet care differ from a traditional vet visit?In-home veterinarian visits are what they sound like. They offer pets to receive their care in the comfort of their own homes rather than traveling to the vet's office.

When requesting a house call from a veterinarian, ask how the appointment will be set up. This is because there are two types of in-home vet visits.

One type is the veterinarian that's part of a clinic that provides in-home treatments such as vaccinations, routine checks, and euthanasia. Another type is a veterinarian that runs a vet clinic in a specialized van.

Why do pet owners choose to use in-home pet care services?Stress is one of the most common reasons why pet owners choose to use in-home pet care rather than take their pets to the vet. For instance, cats are often anxious when visiting the vet.

Yet there are other reasons pet owners choose to use in-home services including:

• Your pet gets car sick


• Your schedule doesn't match up with traditional vet office hours


• Your pet is too sick to easily travel


• You have multiple pets and struggle to get them all to the vet


• Your pet doesn't do well with other animals


• You don't have the transportation to take your pet to the vet


• You have small children at home you need to take care of


• Your pet is stressed out by car rides or veterinarian visits


• Your pet is unable to move easily due to weight, paralysis, other health issues


• In-home vet visits are more convenient than visiting the vet office

In-home pet care helps your pet feel more comfortable while receiving the pet care they need. For more information on emergency vet care and in-home pet care services, contact No Place Like Home AR Veterinary House Call Services today.

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