{"id":4139,"date":"2020-08-14T10:53:35","date_gmt":"2020-08-14T14:53:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.pawboost.com\/blog\/?p=4139"},"modified":"2023-09-25T12:04:38","modified_gmt":"2023-09-25T16:04:38","slug":"visiting-the-vet-during-covid-19","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.pawboost.com\/blog\/visiting-the-vet-during-covid-19\/","title":{"rendered":"Visiting the Vet During COVID-19"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><em>This article is contributed by guest writer, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nicolemccray.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">Nicole M.<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Visiting the Vet During COVID-19<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p>The current pandemic has affected nearly every aspect of our lives, from how our kids attend school to how we buy our groceries, and even how we get veterinary care for our furry family members. But, being a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pawboost.com\/blog\/2017-9-26-what-it-means-to-be-a-responsible-pet-parent\/\">responsible pet owner<\/a> means providing the best health care possible, even during a global pandemic. Thankfully, most veterinarians are going above and beyond to be there for you and your pets during this stressful time. Here\u2019s what pet parents need to know about visiting the vet during COVID-19.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"936\" height=\"624\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pawboost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/Picture1.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4140\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pawboost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/Picture1.png 936w, https:\/\/www.pawboost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/Picture1-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/www.pawboost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/Picture1-768x512.png 768w, https:\/\/www.pawboost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/Picture1-640x427.png 640w, https:\/\/www.pawboost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/Picture1-113x75.png 113w, https:\/\/www.pawboost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/Picture1-800x533.png 800w, https:\/\/www.pawboost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/Picture1-600x400.png 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 936px) 100vw, 936px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em><span class=\"caption\">Photo Credit: Gustavo Fring via Pexels<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Make sure an in-person appointment is really necessary.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Keeping up with your pet\u2019s vaccinations and annual wellness checkups is essential for helping him live a long, healthy life. But, during COVID-19, some veterinarians are recommending that you hold off on these types of appointments until after the pandemic is over, or at least until the numbers are decreasing. Before scheduling an appointment, check with your vet to see if you can wait until there\u2019s less risk, based on your pet\u2019s needs and medical history.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Elective procedures may have to be postponed.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Routine\ndental care, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pawboost.com\/blog\/2018-2-27-spayingneutering-101-what-you-need-to-know\/\">spaying,\nand neutering<\/a> are all considered elective procedures. In some areas, health\ndepartments are asking that elective procedures be put on hold until after\ncertain restrictions are lifted. Of course, if your pet has a painful dental\nissue, that\u2019s considered urgent and should be addressed right away. Every state\nand vet have different policies on elective procedures and emergencies, so\nconsult with your vet to see what\u2019s best for your situation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Don\u2019t wait to seek care if the need is urgent.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>On the other hand, don\u2019t wait to seek care if your pet\u2019s needs are urgent. Waiting to seek emergency care could allow your pet\u2019s symptoms to worsen or even become life-threatening. If you notice <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/bondvet.com\/b\/symptoms-your-dog-is-dehydrated\" target=\"_blank\">signs your dog might be dehydrated<\/a>, he\u2019s showing other indications of illness, or he\u2019s seriously injured, seek immediate care without hesitation, and call the vet from the car to let them know you\u2019re on your way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"936\" height=\"624\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pawboost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/Picture2.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4141\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pawboost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/Picture2.png 936w, https:\/\/www.pawboost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/Picture2-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/www.pawboost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/Picture2-768x512.png 768w, https:\/\/www.pawboost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/Picture2-640x427.png 640w, https:\/\/www.pawboost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/Picture2-113x75.png 113w, https:\/\/www.pawboost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/Picture2-800x533.png 800w, https:\/\/www.pawboost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/Picture2-600x400.png 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 936px) 100vw, 936px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em><span class=\"caption\">Photo Credit: Pranidchaken Boonrom via Pexels<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Expect changes in hours and availability.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Most\nveterinarians will be open during the pandemic because veterinary care is\nconsidered essential, not only for your pet but also for the public\u2019s health in\ngeneral. But, if there\u2019s one thing we\u2019ve learned during this crisis, it\u2019s that\nthings can change quickly and often without notice. Many veterinarians are\nworking fewer days, shorter hours, and often with a smaller staff, too. It\u2019s a\ngood idea to call ahead and make sure they\u2019re open and available, even if\nyou\u2019re just picking up a prescription.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Schedule an appointment and expect it to take longer than usual.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Even if your vet normally takes walk-ins, you\u2019re probably better off making an appointment during COVID-19. Most offices are working with limited staff and can only allow a certain number of people in the lobby at one time to accommodate social distancing. They are also maintaining rigorous cleaning and sanitizing protocols between patients that take a lot of extra time. Prepare to be patient and expect your visit to take longer than usual.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. Confirm your clinic\u2019s check-in and check-out procedures.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Most\nveterinarians are changing their check-in and check-out procedures during the\npandemic to help keep everyone safer. Many offices are even closing their\nlobbies to clients entirely. Your vet\u2019s office may request that you call from\nyour car when you arrive for your appointment so they can come out and get your\npet to see the vet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>They may also ask you to wait in your car during the appointment and a staff member will come out to check you out after the visit is complete. If you need supplies or medications, just let the staff know so they can bring it to your car for you. You should have a mask on whenever you interact with the staff and be sure your pet is wearing a leash and collar or is secured in a pet carrier.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"936\" height=\"618\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pawboost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/Picture3.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4142\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pawboost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/Picture3.png 936w, https:\/\/www.pawboost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/Picture3-300x198.png 300w, https:\/\/www.pawboost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/Picture3-768x507.png 768w, https:\/\/www.pawboost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/Picture3-640x423.png 640w, https:\/\/www.pawboost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/Picture3-114x75.png 114w, https:\/\/www.pawboost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/Picture3-800x528.png 800w, https:\/\/www.pawboost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/Picture3-600x396.png 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 936px) 100vw, 936px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em><span class=\"caption\">Photo Credit: Ramiro Pianarosa via Unsplash<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">7. Don\u2019t leave the area and keep your phone handy during your pet\u2019s appointment.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The doctor\nmust be able to reach you during your pet\u2019s appointment, so don\u2019t tie up your\nphone with another call. The doctor will call you once his examination is\ncomplete to discuss any additional diagnostics or treatments he recommends and\nto report his findings. Many clinics have limited space available, so don\u2019t\nleave the area to run errands during your pet\u2019s appointment, unless you\u2019ve\nokayed it with the staff.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">8. Consider virtual veterinary appointments.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Many\nveterinarians are offering virtual appointments for non-emergencies, such as\near infections or allergies, during COVID-19. You can schedule an appointment\nand then meet with a veterinarian via Zoom or similar chat software. If your\npet needs a prescription after his virtual appointment, most clinics have a\nplan in place to have medications delivered to your home or picked up curbside.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">9. Take precautions if you are sick or have been exposed to COVID-19.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you or a member of your household are sick or have been <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/coronavirus\/2019-ncov\/your-health\/isolation.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">exposed to COVID-19<\/a>, stay at home and call the office to reschedule the appointment if it\u2019s not urgent. If urgent or emergency care is required, please arrange for an unexposed person to transport your pet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Always let the staff know if your pet has been exposed to someone with the virus. Out of an abundance of caution, they may choose to isolate your pet during his appointment. The risk of pets transmitting COVID-19 is very slight, but they may wish to take precautions, just in case.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Related:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pawboost.com\/blog\/covid-19-and-pets-everything-pet-owners-need-to-know\/\">COVID-19 and Pets: Everything Pet Owners Need to Know<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"936\" height=\"624\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pawboost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/Picture4.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4143\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pawboost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/Picture4.png 936w, https:\/\/www.pawboost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/Picture4-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/www.pawboost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/Picture4-768x512.png 768w, https:\/\/www.pawboost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/Picture4-640x427.png 640w, https:\/\/www.pawboost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/Picture4-113x75.png 113w, https:\/\/www.pawboost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/Picture4-800x533.png 800w, https:\/\/www.pawboost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/Picture4-600x400.png 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 936px) 100vw, 936px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em><span class=\"caption\">Photo Credit: Gustavo Fring via Pexels<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">In\nConclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Most of us\nare spending more time at home right now, so it\u2019s a great opportunity to enjoy\nsome extra time with your pet. Extra cuddles and playtime are wonderful but\ndon\u2019t forget about things like obedience training or learning a new trick for\nmental and physical stimulation, too. And, if a health issue does come up, the\ntips in this article will prepare you to provide the best veterinary care\npossible for your pet during COVID-19.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Veterinarians are going above and beyond to be there for you and your pets during this stressful time. 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