Why does my pet need to come in for a physical exam to receive prescription flea products or for pre surgical exam?
A. There are several reasons that your pet needs to have an exam prior to receiving a prescription product. The primary reason is to ensure that your pet is in good health, and will not be adversely affected by the product. The veterinarian can also explain the appropriate use of the prescription medicine. Also, New York State law requires a veterinarian to have an existing relationship with a client (your pet) before writing a prescription or issuing prescription medicine. It is also important that a thorough physical exam be conducted prior to any surgery. Again, this is done to help keep your pet as healthy as possible. The physical exam allows to the doctor to note any possible concerns that may need to be monitored during the surgery. The doctor can also see if there are any abnormalities that need to be checked prior to surgery as well.
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