High adoption rates coupled with an industry staffing shortage are two of the main reasons we’re busier than ever lately. Here are a few more:
More Patients Per Vet
- Pets need catch-up care they were unable to get in 2020
- Increased pet adoptions during quarantine
- An ongoing national shortage of vets, making it difficult to hire doctors
- More owner/pet interactions while working from home increased health awareness
- Increased anxiety for both pet and owner
Less Staff Availability
- Increased workload to staff ratio
- Workplace illness/pandemic protocols have changed and are more time-consuming
- School and daycare closures or homeschooling demands
We are doing everything we can to continue to provide excellent veterinary care for your pets. Here are a few things to keep in mind for your next visit:
What Hasn’t Changed
- Our love for animals and what we do
- Our commitment to see that, no matter what, your pets get the highest quality care
- Our connection with you and your beloved pets
How You can Help
- Understand that we can’t always fit in same-day cases when our schedule is full. If your pet needs urgent or emergency care, we may need to reluctantly refer you to an ER clinic
- Schedule exams, vaccinations, and other routine care as far in advance as possible
Please be patient, considerate, and kind to our staff!
