Keep track of small shifts in your pet's behavior, including urinary making habits and mood swings, along with diet and routine modifications. Take these details with you when you visit us. These seemingly unrelated occurrences may help explain results of your pet's medical tests. Also, if you are out of town and need to take your pet to another veterinarian, it is good to have these habits memorized or marked down to provide a complete medical history.
Choose a veterinarian who is calm, compassionate and willing to explain all the procedures your pet undergoes. Try to find a vet with whom both you and your pet feel comfortable. Try to have it convenient- choose a clinic with qualified staff and facilities to undertake surgery and perform procedures requiring anesthesia, such as teeth cleaning. Because of the general risks inherent to anesthesia, especially for very old, very young or very ill pets, your veterinarian will likely suggest an exam and lab work prior to your pet being anesthetized. During the procedure he might need an IV drip; antibiotics may be necessary before and after.
Your veterinarian may refer you to a specialist- veterinarians who have completed advanced studies in specialties such as internal medicine, surgery, and emergency care, if your pet must undergo a procedure that requires more precise knowledge and experience.