How to Find the Best Veterinary Clinic (And What to Look for)

Whether you own pets, farm animals, or exotic animals, finding the best veterinary clinic ensures they get the care they deserve. A veterinarian is an important partner who is there to ensure your animals live a healthy and happy life. 

Your animals deserve high-quality care from professionals who understand their needs. With so many veterinary clinics out here, it can be very difficult to find the right vet for your animals. However, this doesn’t have to be overwhelming, and that’s why we have prepared the following tips to help with your search. 

How to Find the Best Veterinary Clinic 

Here is a step-by-step guide on how to find a great veterinary clinic for your pets or livestock. Keep reading to learn more. 

1. Ask for Recommendations

The best and reliable way to find a good veterinary clinic is from fellow animal owners. Ask for recommendations from family, friends, neighbors, or colleagues who have pets and animals. They are in the best position to give honest and reliable recommendations from their experience. 

2. Online Search

Another way to help you find the best veterinarian is through an online search. Ratings and reviews on Google from animal owners who have worked with a particular veterinary clinic can help you find a great one. Look for the ones with high ratings, reviews, and a strong online presence. 

Veterinary clinics with a strong online presence, like The Noble Veterinary Surgeons, prioritize transparency. Besides, they have a five-star rating and a high number of positive reviews on Google compared to other veterinary clinics. 

3. Referral From Your Current Veterinarian

If you are considering moving to a new town, your current veterinarian can help you find a new vet clinic. Most veterinarians have a big network, and your vet might have a colleague in the area you’re moving to. 

At The Noble Veterinary Surgeons, we have different branches in Nairobi, which means your animal will continue to get the same level of care no matter the town you move to. 

4. Animal Shelters or Adoption Services

If you got your pet from animal shelters or adoption services, they might have good recommendations. Most animal shelters and adoption services often partner with local veterinary clinics.

5. People Who Work With Pets

Professionals who work with pets, such as trainers, groomers, or pet sitters, can also help you find the best veterinary clinic in your area. Most of them have worked with local veterinarians. 

What to Look for in a Veterinary Clinic

If you’re looking for a new veterinary clinic, there are factors you need to look out for to ensure your animal gets high-quality care. Whether you are a pet owner or a livestock farmer, here are the top factors to consider. 

Proper Accreditation

A reputable veterinary clinic should be fully licensed and accredited by an appropriate veterinary board. Always check if the clinic you want to work with is accredited, which means it meets certain quality standards. 

The Noble Veterinary Surgeons is accredited by the Kenya Veterinary Board, which means we meet the quality standards to care for your beloved animals. 

Qualified Team

A veterinary clinic with qualified and experienced veterinarians ensures your pets or animals receive specialized care, especially if they have specific needs. 

Comprehensive Services

Look for a veterinary clinic that offers a wide range of services such as vaccination, grooming, diagnostics, and more. Remember, you don’t want to jump from one clinic to another to seek different services. 

Here at The Noble Veterinary Surgeons, we offer a range of veterinary services, like veterinary consultation, laboratory, pet grooming, and more to ensure your pet or animal gets all the services under one roof. 

Modern Facilities

Ensure the clinic is well-equipped with modern equipment like X-rays, labs, and other diagnostic tools to ensure your pet gets the services it might need.

Accessibility

Choose a clinic that is near you, especially if your pet doesn’t like to travel for long or needs emergency care. Additionally, check if their schedule aligns with yours, and if they are open on weekends. 

Cost and Payment Options

The cost of veterinary services and payment methods are different for each clinic, so it’s good to get this clear upfront. Find out if the clinic offers estimated quotes for services, what payment methods they accept, and if you have pet insurance, do they accept your plan?

At The Noble Veterinary Surgeons, we’re upfront about costs to avoid surprises and hidden fees. 

Why The Noble Veterinary Surgeons is the Best Veterinary Clinic in Kenya

We are more than just a veterinary clinic; we are a long-term partner in the welfare of your animals. If you’re a pet, livestock, or exotic animal owner in Nairobi, Kiambu, and the surrounding areas, we offer exceptional veterinary care. Here are reasons why we continue to stand out:

Qualified and Experienced Team – Led by Dr. Mwendwa Mulonzi, who has a Bachelor’s Degree in Veterinary Medicine (DVM), our veterinarians are qualified and experienced to deliver compassionate and high-quality care to your pets and animals. 

We offer a Wide Range of Services – From veterinary consultation, wellness check-up, pet boarding, grooming, to advanced diagnostics, emergency care, and surgery, we offer services to cats, dogs, livestock, exotic animals, and equine.  

State-of-the-Art facilities – We are well-equipped with X-rays, MRI, CT scans, and in-house labs to ensure accurate diagnosis. 

24/7 Emergency Care – We offer 24-hour emergency veterinary care. Our highly skilled veterinarians are ready to assist in animal emergencies, and they are available 24/7. We also have an ambulance ready to assist. 

Home Veterinary Services – If you have a busy schedule or your pet or animal doesn’t enjoy the car ride, we bring veterinary care right to the comfort of your home. Our home veterinary services include animal immunization, prescription, routine examination, and more. 

Final Remarks

Finding the best veterinary clinic for your animals takes effort, but it’s all worth it to find a trustworthy and compassionate veterinarian who will be there to care for your pet for many years. 

Looking for a veterinary clinic for your pets, livestock, exotic animals, or equine? Your search ends here. Contact us today and get customized veterinary services. 

Frequently Asked Questions

How Can We Identify a Good Veterinarian?

A good veterinarian should be licensed by a recognized veterinary board, like the Kenya Veterinary Board. They should be experienced in handling different types of animals, and their clinic should be well-equipped. Additionally, they should be able to communicate clearly to explain medical conditions and treatment options. 

Can a Clinic Treat Exotic Animals?

Not all veterinary clinics offer veterinary services to exotic animals, so it’s good to choose a vet that handles the pet or animal you have. However, some reputable clinics like The Noble Veterinary Surgeons offer veterinary care to exotic animals such as birds, reptiles, tortoises, small mammals, primates, and more.

How Can I Tell If a Clinic Is Compassionate?

Watch how the vets interact with your animals. They should be calm and gentle. Animals should feel safe and not terrified around them. 

 Can I Change A Vet if I’m not Satisfied?

Yes. If you’re not comfortable with your current vet or feel your pet or animal is not receiving proper veterinary care, you are allowed to switch clinics or seek a second opinion. For example, your current vet clinic might not offer exotic animal care or advanced diagnostic services, so you might want to switch to one that offers all these services at once.