Find a new vet after relocation

When you move overseas with pets, one of the most important things you should do is find a new vet. This search can sometimes be difficult, so it is a good first step to ask local people they already know, or their new neighbors, a recommendation. (This will also help you make the connections of their country first newly chosen.)

One of the first things to check is whether a clinic has any special certifications, demonstrating that they adhere to certain standards. Also, make sure you offer the services you need, whether shipping services, maintenance or surgical. Another important issue is the location, because ideally you should choose a clinic near his home, should help in the short term. In addition, it is a good idea to check if your veterinarian provides emergency services.

Once you choose a clinic, and before you go, may want to make a phone call for more consultations. Here are some useful questions may request:

What kind of animal is it? how long has been in practice? how many veterinarians have staff? would long have been practicing veterinarians? provides emergency services? does specialists on staff? If not, it does work with other practices? how many technicians has on staff and how much have worked there? what services do you offer? how much cost services? what are your hours of work? Do you work on weekends? will provide a tour of their facilities?

Once you decide to visit the clinic, pay attention to the atmosphere. Reception should reflect the good organization and professionalism. One good sign is if the clinic is very busy and staff is attentive to its customers.?Look around thank you cards, brochures, newsletters, or newspaper clippings. Also, if there are any customers waiting, talk to them and check if they were dissatisfied with the service.

Keep in mind these points while looking around:

-It is the busy place?
-It is the clean place?
-How the staff seem to treat clients and their pets?
-How would your pet react to this place?
-How to react to this place?
Do-it's friendly and knowledgeable people?

You can take visits to a number of veterinarians before the one that you feel comfortable, but take the time - to know that your pet will have the best possible care.

References:

About.com

Move one Inc.
http://www.moveoneinc.com/blog
Movement overseas with pets

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