Choosing A Vet For Your Shar Pei Puppy
Your puppy's vet plays a big role in
maintaining your puppies health. Here's how to choose
a vet for your shar pei puppy who needs a vet that
understands their special needs.
Here are some things to think about:
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Ask friends to recommend a good vet and if you have
friends with Shar Pei's especially ask them.
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Try to find a clinic that is near your home.
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Find out what the vet's office hours are to make
sure they work with your schedule.
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How does the clinic handle an after hour emergency?
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What does the vet's clinic look like? Is it
nice and clean? Smell fresh? Have
adequate equipment?
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How long has the vet been practicing? Do they
specialize in the shar pei puppy?
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Does the vet stay up to date with their
knowledge? Do they update their training by
attending seminars?
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Can the vet's hospital clinic provide quick test
results and do they have the equipment to do these
tests?
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Vet's are well rounded and trained to help a
variety of animals but some tend to
specialize. Is the shar pei one of their
specialties?
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Does the vet know and understand the uniqueness of
the shar pei and their characteristics?
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Do you feel comfortable talking with the vet?
Does he/she explain things well and are staff
friendly and helpful?
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How long do you normally have to wait for a vet
appointment?
Try to find a vet that is familiar with the
quirks of this truly unique breed. The shar pei aren't
like other breeds!
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