New York State Veterinary Medical Society
Pet Owner FAQ

You and Your Veterinarian 15

• I need help paying for my pet's veterinary care
• What kind of animal rehabilitation services can New York veterinarians offer?
• My veterinarian will not call me with blood work results after repeated requests for information
• My veterinarian revealed the name of my pet and some other client-specific information on social media. Is this unethical or illegal?
• My veterinarian failed to have my dog's remains cremated. Now, the vet wants payment for cremation 6 months later. What are my rights as a client?

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Pet Ownership 6

• What are the nutritional guidelines for pet food manufactured in New York State?
• My friend has been caring for my dog over the past month. What happens if she won't give the dog back?
• I found a stray dog, put up flyers to try and locate an owner, and had no response after 7 days. Can I keep the dog and consider it mine?
• Where can I find information on how smoking and vaping affects my pet(s)?
• My pet has been diagnosed with an incurable disease. I want to use the time he has left to contribute to research efforts or participate in clinical trials. How do I do that?

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Death of a Pet 2

• My veterinarian used intracardiac injection to euthanize my cat. Did the cat feel any pain?
• My pet recently passed away and I can't seem to cope with the loss. Is there someone I can talk to?

Injuring Animals with Your Car 1

• What should I do if I accidentally strike and injure an animal with my car?

Resources for Owners in Crisis 1

• I'm in NYC and can't take care of my pet right now. How do I avoid taking it to an animal shelter?

Traveling with Your Pet 4

• What are the NYS temperature regulations for stowing a domestic animal in airplane cargo holds?
• How do I find out what vaccinations are required before taking my dogs from the U.S. into Canada?
• How do I find an accredited veterinarian to sign a health certificate so my pet can travel?
• Is there any outside temperature at which it's safe to leave your animal(s) in a car?