Special Report: Visiting vets

There's no denying it, people love their pets, and they'll do just about anything for them .

From doggy massage, to gourmet meals to luxury clothing, nothing is to good for mans best friend. Same holds true when it comes to keeping them healthy.

But pet owners know making time, getting an appointment and dragging your dog to the vet isn't always easy.

Cindy Elmore, pet owner
"Taking her outside to a vet is just so traumatic on her."

For Cindy Elmore of Willmington, a visit to the vet with her pooch Belle can be stressful.

Cindy Elmore, pet owner
"She was just shaking so bad."

But Belle isn't shaking any more thanks to the latest trend in caring for canines.

Stephanie Lipton, AHouseCallVet.com
"I am a house call veterinarian."

Stephanie Lipton and a handful of other vets are bringing their services to your front door.

Stephanie Lipton, AHouseCallVet.com
"Most of what we do in the home is very relaxing for the pet and it's relaxing for the owner."

You can expect more than just a routine check-up from house call vets. For Lipton, her van is her office; complete with vaccines, needles and even a microscope.

Stephanie Lipton, AHouseCallVet.com
"We do everything from preventative medicine, vaccinations, acupuncture to euthanasia."

Lipton says there isn't much she can't do right in the safety and comfort of your living room.

Stephanie Lipton, AHouseCallVet.com
"I can do pretty much what can be done in a traditional animal hospital with the exception of major surgery and X-rays."

For Belle having her weekly blood drawn from home has become a breeze.

Cindy Elmore, pet owner
"Belle loves Stephanie she gets right on her."

And that makes not only the treatment easier, but a walk in the park for everyone involved.

So what's the cost? Of course it depends on the service, Lipton says some things such as medication can be cheaper than a traditional vets office however other services may run slightly higher.

Related link:
A House Call Vet

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