I love my vet!

MO_cows · #1 11/09/12, 06:43 PM

We did our fall vet call this week. This year, we have cattle at two places a few miles apart so it was really 2 farm calls. He brings his chute so it had to be set up and broken down twice. We preg checked, vaccinated, and wormed. Also castrated and dehorned a calf. He had to stand around and wait while we got the cattle caught at the 2nd stop. He still only charged $112. Did I mention, I love my vet?

rancher1913 · #2 11/09/12, 07:30 PM

you should send him/her a thank you care package of goodies. our vet charges a little more than that but its still nice having someone that will come day or night. he prefers if we only have a few head that we haul them to the clinic because he likes his chute there better.

springvalley · #3 11/10/12, 08:22 AM

We have one like that also, will go out of their way to help you, even after hours. I am so spoiled to have a GREAT vet, we would see him for ourselves, but he won`t see people. I send mine a Christmas card evey year. > Thanks Marc

MO_cows · #4 11/10/12, 10:42 AM

He does all the vet work for the local humane society, gratis. So I will make a donation when I pay the bill. At least try to cover some of the meds and supplies. I think he will like that.

hiddensprings · #5 11/12/12, 11:43 AM

My vet never leaves my place without something extra. A dozen eggs, fresh bread, goat's milk soap for his wife; just a little something extra because he is awesome. I think once you find one that you love, you do whatever you can to keep them!

Lazy J · #6 11/12/12, 12:55 PM

And people wonder why no one wants to become a large animal vet!

Wow, good for you for getting a great deal.

DJ in WA · #7 11/12/12, 09:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Lazy J

And people wonder why no one wants to become a large animal vet!

Wow, good for you for getting a great deal.

That's right. Better enjoy your vet, because they are a dying breed doing large animal.

Get a doctor's education, and work for less than plumbers earn.

And they have to wait for people to round up the animals. Imagine if a people doctor made housecalls (which they won't) and had to wait while the parents chase the kids around the house.

G. Seddon · #8 11/13/12, 07:03 AM

We're very fortunate to have great vets that come to us. I always try to have the animals up and ready (if they're not in the pen and they see the vet's truck coming down the road, they're off to the races).

Attended a workshop last spring where one of the vets gave us a handout with things to consider having near the working area:

1st aid kit (antiseptic wipes, bandage material)
Table to place vaccines (small cooler with ice packs), equipment and clipboard
Water, drinks to keep people hydrated
Bug spray, hand cleaner, paper towels

The handout had a lot of other tips, too many to write out here.

I think vets especially appreciate having the bill paid in full and on time. If there's a problem with that, it's important to call their office and explain the situation; don't just let it lapse.

FarmerDavid · #9 11/19/12, 08:10 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DJ in WA

Get a doctor's education, and work for less than plumbers .

After having to have quite a bit of plumbing work done in the last year I think most people make less then plumbers.