In an era when convenience reigns supreme, mobile services continue to rise in popularity. One example is ReadiVet, a veterinary care service that comes right to your home. Not only does this eliminate stress for both you and your pet, but ReadiVet also provides high-quality care that caters to your furry friend’s specific needs.
We sat down with Dr. Whitney Keener, veterinarian and medical director at ReadiVet’s Nashville branch, to learn more about this service, how it works, and to answer some commonly asked questions.
What is ReadiVet?
ReadiVet is best described as a concierge at-home veterinary service. “What that means is we physically go into a client’s home to provide our veterinary care,” says Dr. Keener. “We’re happy to set up wherever the client wants us to … that’s typically a living room, kitchen, or wherever your pet is most comfortable.”
The ReadiVet team is fully equipped to offer a full range of services, including wellness and preventative care, vaccinations, sick visits, and delivery of medications. ReadiVet also has conveniently located clinics for when your pet requires treatments like dental procedures, spay and neuter services, or X-rays.
“We are here for busy people — just like Instacart, UberEats, or other services that save time and make life easier,” says Dr. Keener. “The benefit of ReadiVet is we’re delivering the care you would typically get in a traditional clinic setting, but with more time and personalized attention. ReadiVet’s service pricing is comparable to most vet clinics,
and we make sure our added travel fee is affordable, allowing us to
deliver care in more homes.”
How does it work?
Appointments can be easily made through ReadiVet’s online booking system, text, or phone. With ReadiVet’s online portal, you can quickly create a profile with your pet’s information and medical history, making the scheduling process even easier. After you’ve booked your appointment, ReadiVet comes right to you — whether you live in a house, an apartment, a condo, or an independent living facility.
Ahead of your appointment, you’ll receive a text from ReadiVet with an estimated time of your doctor’s arrival. Once your pet’s doctor and a veterinary technician arrive, they can set up wherever you and your pet are most at ease. Appointments typically last about an hour to allow ample time for your pet to get comfortable, for you to ask questions, and for the doctor to provide in-depth care.
Dr. Keener adds that ReadiVet services almost all of Nashville, including Green Hills, Belle Meade, 12South, Sylvan Park, Wedgewood-Houston, Brentwood, Franklin, and more. Doctors have designated zip codes to establish a level of continuity and allow you and your pet to build a relationship with the same veterinarian over time.
What sort of experience and knowledge do ReadiVet doctors have?
ReadiVet doctors have a wide range of backgrounds and come to ReadiVet after gaining in-depth experience in a variety of clinical settings. Some receive their start in shelter medicine, while others have experience in urgent care or treating zoo animals and exotic wildlife.
Dr. Keener adds that ReadiVet also encourages collaboration within the team. For example, they host monthly meetings where doctors come together from all ReadiVet locations to discuss challenging cases they’ve experienced or new treatment approaches that are improving outcomes for patients.
Why is a mobile vet better than a traditional clinic?
Perhaps the biggest benefit of ReadiVet is that 85% of their care is completed in the home setting — which includes everything from vaccines to drawing blood, assessing injuries and hot spots, and even end-of-life care.
For many, the end-of-life care options are a particular draw. The ability to help a pet cross over the rainbow bridge in the comfort of their own home is another reason why more pet owners are opting to use a mobile vet. No owner wants to think about saying goodbye to their beloved pet, but ReadiVet can make that extremely challenging process more peaceful for you and your pet.
The at-home component of ReadiVet also allows doctors to spend more time engaging with pets and owners in their everyday environment.
“The experience is not your typical veterinary appointment. For one, you’re eliminating the logistical headaches of getting to and from the vet. Secondly, you’re no longer sitting in the dreaded waiting room trying to pacify your pet until it’s your turn; and thirdly, you get true one-on-one time where you can be entirely present with your pet and discuss what’s on your mind,” says Dr. Keener.
“Most doctors have less that 15 minutes to visit with a pet and their owner,” Dr. Keener. “Being able to spend close to an hour observing a pet’s normal routine and addressing an owner’s concerns leads to better overall care.”
This easy access to personalized, efficient, and more thorough veterinary care makes the entire ReadiVet process seamless for you and your pet — from the beginning of the booking process to the end of your pet’s appointment. When you’re ready to schedule your pet’s first visit, check out readivet.com.
This article is sponsored by ReadiVet.Â
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