One of the most important things you can do to help ensure your pet's health is to give them high-quality, regular, long term veterinary care. To select the right veterinarian, ask your friends, family and co-workers for referrals. Focus on finding someone you are comfortable with, someone you feel will go that extra mile for you and your pet. People who love their pets will direct you to compassionate veterinarians.

Make sure you feel comfortable with the doctor and the office staff. Are they people you can talk to? Do they take the time to discuss cost as well as procedures?

Also ask about:

Location
Hours
Pet Boarding
Microchip ID Services
Dental Care
Regular Health Exams
Grooming
Dietary Counseling
Surgery