Regular vet visits are important. Still, pets don’t know that—and as a result, they’ll most likely be less than excited about the whole process. While your pet still may not be pleased about the situation, there are steps you can take to make it easier on everyone involved. The compassionate, experienced veterinarians at Hawaii’s Mililani Town Center Pet Clinic aim to provide every pet an enjoyable, stress-free visit.

On behalf of Mililani’s best vets, here are a few tips for preparing your furry friend for an upcoming appointment:

• Schedule A Social Visit: If it’s your pet’s first appointment with a new veterinarian, consider scheduling a “social” appointment beforehand. Call the vet to make sure it’s okay to stop in and say hello. Familiarizing your pet with the environment will allow him to feel more comfortable during the actual visit.
• Warm Them Up: A visit to the vet involves a lot of touching, handling, and probing. From taking your pet’s temperature to examining the eyes, ears, and mouths, there’s plenty your pet may feel anxious about without proper preparation. To warm your dog or cat up for the visit, practice frequently touching, petting, and handling your pet in the way the vet may. To help warm your pet up to others, you may also have your friends do the same. Employ treats when necessary.
• Try Out The Tools: Get your cat or small dog used to traveling in a crate. Pets who are crate-trained have a much easier time at the vet, as they are less likely to cry or whine from the new sense of confinement in small vet rooms.

For caring, personalized pet services in Mililani, look no further than Mililani Town Center Pet Clinic. To schedule an appointment, call a friendly staff member today at (808) 625-6744. For more information, visit the veterinary clinic’s website.