06/05/2026
A friendly reminder from an RVT:
Please be careful who you're taking pet health advice from.
Just because someone has owned animals their whole life, worked at a veterinary clinic, volunteers with rescues, or knows someone whose pet had a similar issue does not mean they have the education, training, or complete information needed to give accurate medical advice.
The same goes for Google searches and AI programs. They can be incredibly useful tools for learning and gathering information, but unless you provide every little specific detail—and many times you may not even know which details are important—they may not give you the correct answer. In veterinary medicine, sometimes just one small piece of information can completely change the diagnosis, treatment plan, urgency of care, or outcome.
Unfortunately, I see far too many situations where well-meaning people give medical advice online without knowing the full story, and it can delay proper care or even put pets at risk.
If you have concerns about your pet, please reach out to your veterinarian or a licensed veterinary professional. Ask the people who have the education, training, and ability to evaluate the entire picture—not just a friend, neighbor, social media comment section, Google search, or AI response.
That being said, don't be afraid to ask questions—even when speaking with licensed professionals. We are human, and humans make mistakes. If something doesn't make sense, if your gut tells you something isn't adding up, or if you simply want to understand better, ask questions. A good veterinary professional should be willing to explain their thought process and help you understand your pet's care.
Your pet deserves advice based on a complete assessment, open communication, and informed decision-making—not assumptions or incomplete information.
—-Picture for tax purposes has absolutely nothing to do with this post
But how adorable is this pup?! ❤️ He was clearly very interested in learning about the business while I was performing services today. From supervising every move to making sure quality control standards were met, he took his job very seriously!
I think he may be ready to submit an application for an apprentice position at Perfect Paws by Heather the RVT. 😂
Perfect Paws by Heather the RVT LLC Pet Consultant Mobile Nail Trims
