Vet home visits: how can I get a home visit for my pet?

Vets will sometimes your home – especially in certain situations.

Overview

You may remember a time in which your doctor made house calls when you weren’t well. These days home visits from your doctor are pretty unusual, but when it comes to our pets, it’s not uncommon for a vet to pay a visit to your home. There are some circumstances in which a home visit can be a big help.

Here are some situations in which a home visit from the vet is the best possible option.

Elderly or unwell pets

Reasons for a home visit

Vet services that can’t be provided at home

Medically reviewed by Dave Tweedle

Published on 19/07/2018 • Reviewed on 25/01/2024