Preparing Your Home for a Mobile Veterinary Visit

A mobile veterinary visit is ideal for pets who tremble at the thought of visiting the vet. This form of veterinary care is becoming more and more popular, and it’s easy to see why. Pet parents love the level of personalization and care that goes into a mobile vet visit.

If you’re considering using a mobile vet, there are a few things to know about how to get your home ready for the visit. The team at The Vet Gal and Guys is here to help with tips for preparing for a mobile vet. 

Mobile Vet Care: What to Expect

When you schedule a visit with a mobile vet, the vet will arrive at your home in a medical center on wheels—aka, a mobile vet vehicle. The van will be outfitted to provide many of the same services as a stationary veterinary clinic. 

At The Vet Gal and Guys, we provide routine check-ups, vaccinations, pain management therapies, and diagnostic tests with our traveling van.

The biggest advantage of a mobile vet is that your pet receives care in a familiar environment, which can reduce stress and anxiety levels. We’ll spend as much time as we need with you and your pet to make sure you feel loved and cared for. 

And if you’re lucky enough to have more than one pet, we can see them all in one smooth visit to your home. How’s that for convenience? 

Preparing for the Mobile Vet Visit

• Choose a Quiet Area: Pick a quiet and comfortable area in your home for your vet to examine your furry family member. This should be a space where your pet feels secure, but you should also make sure you can help stabilize your pet easily if necessary for treatment. A living room or a spacious kitchen usually works perfectly.
• Clean the Area: Make sure the chosen area is clean and clutter-free. This will help your vet set up their equipment and get right to work. It also provides a sanitary environment for Fido and Kitty’s appointments!
• Prepare Your Pet: Before the vet arrives, try to keep your pet calm and relaxed. If your pet is anxious around strangers, consider using a calming spray or diffuser to create a soothing atmosphere. (At The Vet Gal and Guys, we shower your pet with love and snuggles, so they’ll quickly begin to look forward to veterinary visits!) If your pet needs to fast before the visit, make sure to follow the vet’s instructions for that.
• Gather Medical Records: Have your pet’s medical records, vaccination history, and any medications they are currently taking readily available. This information will help the vet assess your pet’s health history with ease.
• Provide Clear Directions: The last thing you want is a veterinarian lost on the streets somewhere near your home! Make sure the mobile vet can easily find where you live. Give clear directions and any necessary gate codes or parking instructions to avoid any delays.

Let Us Visit You

At The Vet Gal and Guys, there’s nothing more fun to us than zipping around town and visiting our favorite four-legged friends. If you’re ready to try a mobile veterinary experience in the Southlake, Texas area, call us at 817-733-3011 to set up an appointment with our caring team.