The COVID-19 pandemic has continued to put a lot of strain on veterinarian offices in the province.
Vets across the province say they're trying to keep up with an influx of pets needing spay and neutering. It's believed this problem arose as more people got animals during the pandemic. Locally in Dauphin, the strain is being felt at the Dauphin Vet Clinic. Roxane Plett from the Vet Clinic says they are definitely feeling what so many veterinarians are.
"In this past year, we have consistently had a minimum four-week waiting period to get pets booked in for spay and neuter," said Plett. "In many cases, it's been six-to-eight weeks. We're asking people to be patient and if you know your animal has to get spayed and neutered, book ahead."
While there has been a major strain when it comes to spaying and neutering, Plett says other surgeries aren't backlogged as bad.
"There isn't quite as long as a waiting period," said Plett. "We always keep some time open for emergency procedures and dental procedures."
So yes there may be a wait when you try to make an appointment, Plett wants to assure you that the staff at the Dauphin and Ste. Rose Vet Clinic are there for you and will do the best possible to take care of your furry friends.
