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As a child, the thought of being a veterinarian and spending days helping animals and experiencing their companionship sounded like an absolute delight. The idea of being able to cuddle with cats and dogs all day seemed like the perfect job. However, as we grow older, we come to understand that being a veterinarian entails much more than just enjoying the company of animals.
Becoming a veterinarian requires years of dedicated study and unwavering determination. It is a path that demands extensive knowledge and understanding of medical practices. While the journey may be challenging, it is undoubtedly rewarding. However, there is one aspect that can complicate matters: dealing with pet owners.
Pet owners play a crucial role in the well-being of their beloved animals, and veterinarians rely on their cooperation and understanding to provide the best possible care. However, not all pet owners possess the same level of knowledge or reasoning when it comes to their pets’ health. This can lead to veterinarians receiving some truly bizarre requests that can leave them questioning their career choices.
In a Facebook group dedicated to veterinarians, professionals in the field share their experiences with the most unusual requests they have received from pet owners. These stories serve as a reminder that dealing with pet owners can be a challenging aspect of the job. The group showcases a wide range of strange situations that veterinarians have found themselves in, highlighting the unexpected and sometimes bewildering encounters with pet owners.
While it is important to note that not all pet owners present difficulties, these anecdotes shed light on the complexity of navigating human relationships as a veterinarian. It requires patience, empathy, and effective communication skills to address the concerns and demands of pet owners while ensuring the best possible outcome for the animals under their care.
Despite the occasional encounters with perplexing requests, being a veterinarian can be an incredibly fulfilling and meaningful career. The opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of animals and their owners outweighs the challenges faced along the way. So, while there may be moments that test a veterinarian’s resolve, the ultimate goal of helping animals and providing them with the care they need makes it a truly worthwhile and rewarding path to pursue.
1. An elderly woman brought in a stuffed dog, believing it was real and in distress. the vet replaced the batteries, bringing her immense joy. She returned multiple times for battery replacements, and while it was a bit sad, her happiness was worth it.
2. A woman sought her dog’s reincarnation and returned with a male puppy from a shelter, expressing gratitude for the difference in appearance.
3. A client requested that during their cat’s cremation, the person overseeing it recite a specific Bible verse. The compassionate individual from the cremation team kindly obtained the requested verse from the library and read it during the cremation process.
4. A woman brought in her overweight female cat, unaware that it was actually pregnant. She insisted that her cat never went outside and had only been in contact with her neutered brother. When I mentioned this possibility, she took offense and complained to my boss. Eventually, he clarified that cats have different behaviors and moral standards than humans.
5. A former client asked the vet to arrange for their cat to have one last encounter with a female cat before neutering. The vet politely declined, as they no longer offer that service.
6. Client wanted to euthanize their 7-year-old Golden Retriever due to allergies and asked the vet to keep it secret from their spouse. The vet placed the dog in rescue instead. Perplexing situation.
7. A man brought in his long-deceased cat, stored in a smelly cooler, for cremation. He also requested a clay paw print, leaving the technician contemplating her pay.
8. A client requested to keep the testicles from their dog in a jar at their office. The intention was to use them as a warning to future boyfriends of their daughter, illustrating the consequences faced by those who mistreat her.
9. A woman brought a jar with a small garden snail, insisting that the vets scan it for a microchip because she believed it was “rare” and possibly being tracked or studied. To appease her, we scanned the snail, only to find that it was not microchipped, much to her surprise.
10. A client requested that I communicate my diagnosis and treatment plan to their guinea pig through an animal communicator, seeking the guinea pig’s agreement. Interestingly, the guinea pig expressed trust in my judgment, contrasting with its owner’s decision-making ability.
11. New clients, who identified as vampires, asked for windows to be covered and lights turned off during their pet’s appointments. Despite initial skepticism, they proved to be caring pet owners.
12. A man contacted an equine clinic, attempting to schedule an appointment for his wife’s annual OB/GYN visit. After a burst of laughter, A veterinarian managed to convince him that their veterinarians’ expertise was primarily focused on mares and not suitable for his wife’s needs.
13. The Hospital Manager received an unexpected phone call at home from a church member who inquired whether it was possible for their pug dog to have impregnated their cat, despite the apparent physical difference between the two species. The kittens, displaying flattened faces, added to the unusual situation.
14. A client requested that we could hold the ashes of their departed pet while they went on vacation, as their dog had greatly enjoyed staying at our boarding facility.
15. This vet had a client who opted for neutering their dog instead of spaying, citing cost as the deciding factor.
16. During an examination, a client expressed concern about two sizable lumps discovered on their dog’s underbelly, believing the dog to be female. Surprisingly, it took several minutes to convince the owner that their dog was, in fact, male.
17. A woman returned to the clinic weeks after euthanizing her dog, hoping to find its spirit. She requested to walk around the clinic in search of the dog and even asked a technician to smell the dog’s collar for assistance.
18. A client wearing a moo moo brought her dog with fleas to the clinic. She lifted her dress, without underwear, to show the doctor her itchy crotch, suspecting flea bites.
19. A man from a nearby hotel came to the clinic, claiming his cat wasn’t breathing. It turned out he had brought a shoebox with a Nike tennis shoe inside and insisted the doctor use a stethoscope to confirm the “death.”
20. An elderly woman inquired if we could examine her Tiger. When I assumed she meant her cat, she clarified that she had a 3-month-old tiger at home who was experiencing poor appetite.
21. This vet had a client that would bring her rabbit in and she would talk for the rabbit in this creepy tiny voice! One of the techs came out of the exam room after reviewing the tx plan with the client and said – “that rabbit just called me a b***h”! Lol!
22. A vet has a client who believes her male cat identifies as female and reacts strongly to incorrect pronouns, causing distress and apologies. She has requested changes in our records to protect the cat’s feelings.
23. Following the amputation of a cat’s tail, the owner made an unusual request to have the tail returned to them. Three weeks later, the owner returned with a newly acquired designer purse, featuring their cat’s tail as the zipper pull.
24. During a dog’s boarding period at a vet clinic, a client asked to place a photo of their family in the kennel along with a message-recording frame. They specifically requested that the recorded message be played at least six times daily.
25. A client once requested a copy of a veterinarian license, stating the intention to establish a veterinary account at a distributor in order to obtain “flea medicine.” The client assured the veterinarian that they had no intention of purchasing controlled drugs.
26. A vet had a woman who would take her cats home after euthanasia to sleep with them one last time, and then bring back their bodies for cremation the next day. Thankfully, they no longer see her.
27. In an unusual incident, an owner requested a technician to trim their own toenails, rather than their pet’s, seeking assistance in an unexpected domain.
28. On several occasions, individuals have lifted their shirts to reveal rashes, seeking Veterinarian’s assistance!
29. Years later, a client asked the vet to reattach her horse’s previously removed testicles, as the horse had shown exceptional behavior and she wanted to breed him. Surprisingly, she had kept the testicles in her freezer
30. A vet had a client that asserted that their cat’s recurring illness was attributed to the cat urinating on mothballs, resulting in a combination of urine and mothballs creating a meth-like substance that caused the cat to experience a state of intoxication.
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