In-Home Sick Pet Visits

If something seems off with your pet or you have concerns about their health and well-being, we’ll come to you, eliminating additional stress. When you want your pet seen quickly, we offer same-day and next-day home vet visits for sick pets when available.

Why Choose a Home Vet Visit?

When you book an in-home Sick Visit, we’ll examine your pet in their favorite spot – in the comfort of home, saving both time and stress.

Immediate Attention in Familiar Surroundings

Being in a familiar environment can help reduce your pet’s stress when they aren’t feeling well, making it easier for your veterinarian to perform a physical exam.

Avoiding Clinic Wait Times

Say goodbye to long wait times and the unfamiliar sounds, sights, and smells of veterinary clinics that can cause anxiety for your pet.

Personalized Care Tailored to Symptoms

During a home vet visit our veterinarians have the time to focus solely on your pet’s specific symptoms and your concerns.

Safety First

In-home veterinary care for your sick pet reduces the risks associated with exposure to other pets, people, and potential illnesses.

When to Schedule a Sick Pet Visit

As a pet parent, you know your pet better than anyone and can usually sense when something’s not right. Below is a list of common reasons to book a vet visit for a sick pet:

Altered appetite or thirst
Eye appearance changes
Vomiting or diarrhea
Coughing, sneezing, or changes in breathing patterns
Lethargy
Significant weight fluctuations
Excessive whining, pacing, or shaking
Limping or difficulty walking
Itchy ears or skin
Urinary changes or accidents
Any concerns about your pet’s well-being

Our Home Vet Visit Process

Initial Assessment and Discussion

During your visit, your veterinarian will take time to gather information about your pet’s history, current health, and any symptoms they are experiencing.

Targeted Examination

Your veterinarian will then perform a focused, nose-to-tail physical examination based on your pet’s symptoms and conditions. They will also take your pet’s vital signs and check all the major systems of their body.

Diagnostic Procedures (If Needed)

Depending on your pet’s symptoms, your veterinarian might recommend additional testing or lab work to assist in diagnosis and treatment (for an additional fee). Your veterinarian may also refer you to other specialists as needed.

Post-Visit Care Recommendations

Before the end of your visit, your veterinarian will provide guidance on how to care for your pet after the visit, including scheduling any necessary follow-up treatments and/or prescribing medications for an additional fee.

Compassionate care, at your doorstep

Our skilled veterinarians deliver expert care with a personal touch, making it easy for you to take the best care of your whole household of pets.

Included in Our Veterinary Home Visit Service

During a Sick Pet Visit, we thoroughly address your pet’s symptoms and conduct a comprehensive examination. The following services are included in the cost of your pet’s Sick Visit appointment:

Allergies & Dermatology

Our mobile vets will conduct a detailed allergy and dermatologic examination of your pet’s skin and coat for bumps or irritation. Medications may be prescribed depending on the cause.

Neurological Consultation

Our skilled veterinarians conduct neurological exams to assess your pet’s nervous system health that includes tests for reflexes, coordination, balance, and response to stimuli.

Orthopedic Assessment

We’ll examine your pet’s joints, bones, and muscles, identifying any signs of discomfort, injury, and degenerative issues, providing the foundation for effective treatment and care.

Veterinary Pain Management

We employ a range of techniques, from medication to innovative therapies, to effectively manage pain in pets. We assess each pet’s individual needs, ensuring a personalized approach to pain relief and ongoing comfort.

*Additional Veterinary Diagnostic Services

An in-home Sick Visit includes a consultation with you about your pet’s health and current symptoms, a comprehensive nose-to-tail examination, recommendations for supportive care, as well as additional testing and referrals (for an additional fee).

Veterinary Lab Tests

To accurately diagnose your pet’s illness or potential health condition we may recommend pet blood work, cytology, urinalysis, and fecal testing (for an additional fee).

What Our Clients Say

Frequently asked questions

How quickly can a vet arrive for an in-home sick pet visit?

It’s possible to schedule a same-day or next-day Sick Visit in many of our locations.

What if my pet is too sick to move or be touched?

As BetterVet provides mobile veterinary services, your pet can be examined without leaving home. If you think your pet is having a medical emergency, seek urgent care at your local veterinary emergency hospital immediately.

Is emergency care available for critical situations?

We do not provide emergency veterinary services at this time. If you think your pet has a medical emergency, seek urgent care immediately at your nearest veterinary emergency hospital.

The following symptoms typically require urgent care at an emergency veterinary clinic:

Trouble breathing
Signs that your pet is in severe pain – shaking, vocalizing, panting, hiding, or agitation
Seizure(s) or loss of consciousness
Wounds or injuries
Ingestion of toxic food, substances, or foreign objects
Sudden mobility issues

Can the vet provide immediate medication during the visit?

Our veterinary teams carry many common medications with them and can administer them to your pet when appropriate.

The following symptoms typically require urgent care at an emergency veterinary clinic:

Trouble breathing
Signs that your pet is in severe pain – shaking, vocalizing, panting, hiding, or agitation
Seizure(s) or loss of consciousness
Wounds or injuries
Ingestion of toxic food, substances, or foreign objects
Sudden mobility issues

How will I know if follow-up visits or treatments are required?

Your veterinarian will let you know if there is a need for any additional tests, treatments, or referrals and will schedule a follow-up appointment for your pet if recommended.

What if my pet needs further tests or hospitalization?

If your pet requires further tests or hospitalization your veterinarian will discuss the appropriate next steps and offer recommendations of local hospitals in your area.

How do I know if my pet needs a sick visit or a wellness exam?

If your pet is feeling fine but is due for a routine wellness checkup, then you’ll want to book a Wellness Exam. For times when your pet is not feeling well or seems off, you will want to book a Sick Visit instead.

What payment methods do you accept for in-home visits?

We accept all major credit cards and debit cards. We do not accept cash, checks, or Scratchpay. A credit card is required to book your appointment but will not be billed until the end of your home visit.