Veterinary Health Care
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Does my pet have to get a rabies vaccination?
Being a veterinary clinic in Tampa FL, we still do have some rabies positive wildlife in our county. Having your pet protected is an important step in continuing to keep…
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How hard is it to get into a veterinary program?
Our Tampa veterinarians both worked extremely hard to get into veterinary school. Initially, a 4 year undergraduate degree with high grades is required prior to vet school and then an…
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What education does a veterinarian need?
A traditional veterinary degree usually requires 4 years of undergraduate studies and 4 years of veterinary school. Veterinary students usually spend 4,000 hours or more in classroom, laboratory, and clinical…
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What is a veterinarian?
Put simply, a veterinarian is a doctor who studies animal health; prevents, diagnoses, and treats diseases and health issues in animals; and helps protect the welfare of animals and people….
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I’ve found a clinic that’s offering prices well below what other clinics are charging for veterinary care. Is this a good option if I don’t have much money to spend on my pet?
We understand at our animal clinic in Tampa that our prices may not be the same as everyone else’s. Some are higher in the area and some are lower. Just…
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Can I get health insurance for my pet? If so, what’s covered?
There are many companies that offer veterinary health insurance currently on the market. Each company offers different plans and coverages so it is important to shop around and find the…
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My pet is injured/sick, and he/she needs to see a veterinarian. However, I can’t afford the office visit, much less treatment. What can I do?
Many veterinarians who see a pet on a regular basis are usually willing to work with the owner to come up with a payment plan. This is one of many…
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Why is veterinary care for my pet(s) so expensive? Sometimes I believe I’m spending more on my pet’s health care than on my own!
Relatively speaking, veterinary care is a great value! The cost of veterinary care has risen very little over the last 20 to 30 years, especially when compared to the cost…
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I just got a new puppy/kitten. How much will veterinary care cost during the first year? And how much should I expect to spend annually after that?
Puppies and kittens generally have the same health requirements: an initial veterinary visit that includes a physical exam, vaccinations, and tests for parasites. Follow-up visits include the rest of the…
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Why do some veterinary hospitals charge such different prices for the same procedure(s)?
Each veterinary hospital sets its own fees. These fees are largely based on expenses, such as salaries, utilities, and rent, that all vary from one area to another. However, the…
