Home Pet Doctor
Home Pet Doctor is a general practice practice in Los Angeles, CA. Procedures include Dewormings/parasite treatments, Virtual counseling, Rabies vaccine, and FVRCP vaccines.
About
Home Pet Doctor is a mobile veterinary service in Los Angeles, CA, providing general practice care directly to pets in their homes. Dr. Steve Smith offers comprehensive primary care, including puppy and kitten wellness programs, adult dog and cat wellness exams, vaccinations, and routine blood, urine, and fecal testing. The service also covers general medicine for common problems, travel preparation, and home euthanasia.
This practice focuses on creating a calm and relaxed environment for pets by conducting examinations and treatments in their familiar surroundings. Dr. Smith serves clients throughout Los Angeles, making house calls three days a week. For emergencies, the clinic advises pet owners to seek care directly at a veterinary hospital.
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Dr Steve Smith
Dr Steve Smith has been a companion animal veterinarian for 35 years, and he's been doing house calls for the last 22.
Procedures
- Dewormings/parasite treatments
- Virtual counseling
- Rabies vaccine
- FVRCP vaccines
- Puppy & Kitten Wellness
- Travel Preparation
- Fecal test
- Adult Dog & Cat Wellness
- Phone consultations
- FeLV vaccine
- DHPP vaccines
- Home Euthanasia
- General Medicine
- Bordetella bronchoseptica vaccine
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Photos via Google · Diana Wei
Frequently asked questions
- What types of wellness services are available for puppies and kittens?
- For puppies, wellness includes 3-4 DHPP vaccines, 1-2 Bordetella bronchoseptica vaccines, a Rabies vaccine, fecal tests, and dewormings/parasite treatments. Kitten wellness involves 2-3 FVRCP vaccines, 2 FeLV vaccines for outdoor cats, a Rabies vaccine, fecal tests, and dewormings/parasite treatments.
- How does Home Pet Doctor address the needs of fearful or aggressive pets?
- Dr. Steve can examine and treat fearful or aggressive animals more easily in their home environment. House calls can be modified to accommodate these pets by including floor exams, calming music, pheromones, catnip, toys, and treats. Calming pharmaceuticals and nutraceuticals can also be used before or during the visit if needed.
- What services does Home Pet Doctor offer for adult dogs and cats?
- Adult dogs and cats can receive regular check-ups, vaccinations, and routine blood, urine, and fecal testing. Dr. Steve can recommend a specific wellness plan tailored to each pet's age and lifestyle, considering factors like indoor/outdoor living, travel, or activity levels.
- Does Home Pet Doctor provide virtual consultations?
- Yes, virtual counseling is available for a fee by text or email any day of the week. Phone consultations are also offered by appointment on Friday afternoons. These options are provided for pet owners who may not need a full-service home visit but require advice or consultations.
- What should pet owners do in case of a veterinary emergency?
- For emergencies such as major trauma, sudden inability to stand, uncontrollable bleeding, difficulty breathing, seizures, persistent vomiting or diarrhea, or ingestion of poisons, pet owners are advised to take their pet directly to a veterinary hospital immediately. Home Pet Doctor provides a map of emergency veterinary hospitals in the Los Angeles area.