The Veterinary General Practitioner, or GP, is your animal’s primary doctor. You would see this doctor for your annual checkups, vaccinations, dentals, etc. The GP can also perform minor surgeries such as spays/neuters, bloats, and fracture repairs. This list is not all inclusive. If an issue comes up that’s too complicated, then you’ll be referred out to a specialist.
Veterinary technicians at the GP do things like monitor vital signs, administer drugs (SQ, IM, or IV), place catheters, draw blood, take x-rays, and provide general medical care and attention.
definitions:
- SQ - Subcutaneous
- IM - Intramuscular
- IV - Intravenous
It’s the techs that will also take the animals out for walks throughout the day, feed them, and do hourly treatments if necessary. Basically, they monitor the animals all day.