Veterinarians can’t diagnose over the phone. Besides being unethical and illegal, diagnosing by phone doesn’t allow veterinarians to physically examine a pet. A physical exam is necessary so your veterinarian can provide an accurate diagnosis and proper treatment. Treating a pet for the wrong disease or condition will cost more in the end and could be harmful or even deadly to your pet. Which is why it’s best that if you suspect anything to be wrong with your pet, to bring it in for an examination promptly. There may be symptoms that your veterinary medical team notices that you might not right away.
