“We believe in highly personalized care for all of our patients.”

I have some general questions about caring
for my pet. Is there a website online where
I can find reliable information?

Much of the information you will read on the
Internet is inaccurate. We recommend that
you use the site www.veterinarypartner.com
to get information on any questions you may
have. You can call us during business hours
and we are happy to answer any questions.
What over the counter medications
are safe for my pet and how do
I know how much to give?

Before you give any over the
counter medications we would
strongly recommend you
call us. If it is after hours
call the Pet Emergency
Clinic of Pitt County
at 252-321-1521. Many
over the counter
medications are toxic
to animals. Dogs and
cats are NOT furry people.
What suggestions do you have for people interested in becoming a veterinarian?

First, volunteer at a veterinary hospital to experience firsthand what a veterinarian does on a daily basis. Second, volunteer at an animal shelter or humane society in order to get more animal experience. Third, understand the reality of a veterinarian; for example, the career of a veterinarian is highly respected by the public, but falsely viewed as an extremely high-paying job. In addition, schooling is more costly and lengthy in the pursuit of being a veterinarian—you have to work hard, but it all pays off in the end.
Why did you decide to go into the field of veterinary medicine?

Veterinary medicine is the best career for me: I simply like it and never find it boring. I enjoy meeting people and their pets, so I felt that a career consisting of both is perfect. I like the puzzle—say the challenge—about figuring out what is wrong with the patient and how to treat them. I love making the quality of an animal’s life better, and, thus, their family’s life better. For all of this, I found that veterinary medicine was the overall best choice.