About Our Vet Directory Going to the vet is as important for an animal as going to the doctor is for a human being. Vets are animals doctors and specialize in a variety of procedures including: preventative medicine, nutrition and treatment of serious diseases and disorders. Vets have a range of responsibilities that include: administering vaccinations, prescribing medicine and sometimes performing surgery on an injured or diseased animal. There are tens of thousands of vets across the country some with general expertise and some with more specialized expertise. The type of vet you go to will depend largely on the type of animal you have. There are a variety of vet specializations including: reptile vets, avian vets, equine vets, canine vets and feline vets. Each has their own expertise and is able to speak specifically about their animal specialty. Whether you have a cat, dog, horse, gerbil or iguana, make sure that you visit your local vet and have your pet checked up as soon as possible.
