Is your veterinarian there for you and your animal?

In case your dog or cat needs surgery and the veterinarian requires an overnight stay make sure that qualified staff, such as a trained assistant or a vet is available to monitor your animal during the night. Most post surgery problems are likely to arise during the first 24 hours.
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Here is a little history and explanation why our animals are insured. We have 3 household pets, 2 cats and 1 small dog. A few years ago one 9-months old cat suffered from acute kidney failure, a very unusual disease for a cat that age.
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Pet health insurance is still relatively new, and many pet owners are unaware of their options. You have to decide for yourself which pet insurance company is the right one for you, and if it is worth it to pay the premiums in the event that something could go wrong. Most Pet insurance providers do not cover pre-existing conditions.
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Most new pet owners pick their veterinarians by looking through the phone book and calling up the one that’s closest to their home. After a few appointments the pet owner is uncomfortable with the vet, be it for his manners or maybe the advice he gives just seems wrong. Nevertheless, most will stick with the same doctor. Why? Would you go to a doctor that makes you feel uncomfortable? Switch if you think he is not right! It’s your pet, your money.
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