VetSurgeon.org and VetNurse.co.uk have started filming a series of films which explain the reasons for the recent above inflation increases in the cost of veterinary care.

One of the consequences of veterinary price inflation has been a backlash from owners against vets, vet nurses and receptionists, so the first film kicks off by explaining why large vet bills are not the fault of the vet standing in front of them when their dog gets ill. 

Currently, a further eight films are now in production, each looking at a different reason why the costs of veterinary care have increased and suggesting ways that owners can mitigate the impact. They are:

  1. The difference in mindset between vets and owners
  2. The onward march of science
  3. The effect of changing attitudes to risk
  4. Feminisation in the profession
  5. Corporatisation of the veterinary profession
  6. The quest for clinical excellence (aka gold standard)
  7. The cost of fashionable dog breeds
  8. Summary

VetSurgeon.org Publishing Editor, Arlo Guthrie, who presents the films, said: "Above all, the aim here is to foster a better understanding between veterinary professionals and owners.

"I do hope the vets, nurses and support staff who have been bearing the brunt will feel my films are helpful.

"If you do feel they make useful points, then you need to share and 'like' the hell out of them on all the different social media platforms, in order that they reach the largest number of people.

"And if you have feedback about the content, or ideas for other topics we should cover, then come and post here: https://www.vetsurgeon.org/f/non-clinical-questions/31062/why-have-vet-bills-gone-up-so-much/245723"

The film is available here:

TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@vetsurgeon.vetnurse/video/7426457335880617248

YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/lg_EeamSbSI 

FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/reel/927062139289036

LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/posts/vetsurgeon-org_veterinarysurgeon-veterinarynurse-activity-7252420794004205568-LzE3/ 

INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DBM5i2XtfOB/

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