We get it—you love your pet. You’d do anything for them. But sometimes, in the chaos of trying to do right by your furry family member, some things get lost in translation between vets and pet parents.
So, allow us to gently say the things your vet might not always voice out loud:
1. Google is not a substitute for our degree.
We know you’re trying to be proactive—but not all online information is accurate. Let us guide you through the real, science-based facts. Your pet deserves more than a copy-pasted cure.
2. Please don’t wait until it’s “really bad.”
Most emergencies started out as small, treatable conditions. We can’t count the number of times we’ve heard, “Doc, akala ko gagaling din siya…” — but early intervention could’ve made all the difference.
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3. Vaccinations, preventives, and deworming are NOT optional.
These aren’t “extra gastos”—they’re life-saving. Skipping them is like saying you’ll drive without brakes because the seatbelt “looks fine.”
4. We’re not just here to ‘sell.’ We’re here to protect.
When we recommend a diagnostic test, a diet change, or a medication, it’s not commission—it’s compassion. We’ve studied for years to make those decisions in your pet’s best interest.
5. Yes, we cry too.
When we lose a patient, especially one we’ve fought so hard for, it breaks our hearts. We’re trained to stay strong—but trust us, we carry some of those losses home.
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6. Respect goes both ways.
We treat your pet with love, care, and respect. Please extend the same courtesy to our staff, our time, and our profession.
7. We’re not magicians—but we’re trying our best.
We can’t fix everything in one visit. But we’ll never stop trying. We want your pet to live their best, healthiest life just as much as you do.
We’re your partner—not your enemy.
Let’s build a relationship based on trust, empathy, and teamwork. Because behind every healthy pet is a pet owner who listens… and a vet who truly, deeply cares.
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Dr. Geoff Carullo is a Fellow and the current President of the Philippine College of Canine Practitioners.
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