Pandemic Pets: A Surge in Pet Ownership and Care
During the pandemic, pets have become a significant source of entertainment and comfort for many. The increased adoption rates have made headlines in the news and across social media. According to an ASPCA survey, one in five households acquired a dog or cat during the first year of the Covid-19 pandemic. The same survey reveals that 90% of dogs and 85% of cats remain in the same household today. Pets can be a great addition to the home, but with a surge in pet ownership, good pet care is not always easy to come by.
Rising Demand for Veterinary Services
Veterinary clinics around the country have reported a rising demand for their services during the pandemic. This may be due to increased demand, but also due to social distancing practices and Covid-19 restrictions, which limit the number of pets per day a clinic can see. This has led to pet owners experiencing frustration and long waits for their pets to see the vet. Vets are having to increase work hours and are relying more heavily on their veterinary technicians to provide care during this period of increased demand.
The Role of Veterinary Technicians
Many of the Mavyn Experts that serve our customers' pet care needs are veterinary technicians or veterinary nurses. These healthcare professionals work in veterinary hospitals, clinics, or offices, alongside veterinarians, to provide care and improve the well-being of their animal patients. They have a broad range of skills and responsibilities including:
- Administration of medications and anesthesia
- Assisting a vet in surgery
- Drawing labs
- Providing physical therapy to the animals
These professionals sometimes have decades of experience and bring that to bear during Mavyn Chats.
Mavyn: Your Pet Care Solution
With Mavyn, these vetted pet experts (excuse the pun) are just a tap away to help you find your pet care solutions. From "how do I get my dog to stop barking" and help with crate training, to strategies to help your pet with separation anxiety, and questions about your animal’s health, using Mavyn you have a trainer and pet care advice at your fingertips.
For more information, talk to one of our Pet Experts and get customized advice by submitting a request in our Mavyn website.