Choosing an animal hospital is something that must be done right. Some animal hospitals in rural areas are adept at treating anything from cats to cattle while others have sophisticated equipment that allows them to offer advanced procedures. You must also bear in mind that staff experience, as well as staff motivation varies, protocols are different as are standards. The opening hours and emergency care facility varies and of course; so does cost.
With so many variables, how is a pet owner supposed to decide which Wicker Park animal hospital is best suited to care for his or her pet? There are a few things that can help you make this important decision.
* Arrange to tour the facility: The best animal hospitals are justifiably proud of their facility and are happy to provide a “behind the scenes” tour. Always call in advance, find out if you should bring your pet along with you. If you can bring your pet this will give you a good idea of how the staff interacts with the pet which is extremely important.
Use all your senses during the tour. What does the hospital look like, what does it small like? The Pervasive animal odor will only add to the stress your pet will suffer. Are the examination rooms organized and clean, is there an in-house pharmacy, do they have an in-house lab?
* Meet the staff: In many cases, your pet will spend more time with staff members than with the vet. The staff should be made up of people that truly love what they are doing. People handling animals must be caring and patient; they must put the needs of your pet first. A Wicker Park animal hospital that has a low staff turnover rate is a good indication that there is an excellent working environment and relationship with the veterinarians.
These are but two important aspects of choosing an excellent animal hospital; location is important as is appointment length and the availability of emergency services.
Choosing a Wicker Park animal hospital is something that should not be done hastily, take your time, you want to find a vet that you can rely on and trust with your pet. You are invited to contact Village West Veterinary for information on services and the facility.
