Online Dog Vet Specialists

Online Dog Vet — Same-Day Care From Your Home

From allergies to arthritis, ear infections to anxiety — our licensed dog vets see your dog where they're most comfortable: at home. No waiting rooms, no travel stress, no $300 emergency fees.

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$65 Flat Fee
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Dog at home during an online dog vet consultation — relaxed and comfortable in their familiar environment

Why home-based vet care works for dogs

Dogs Are Calmer at Home — and That Helps the Vet

  • No clinic stress — your dog stays calm in their familiar home environment

  • Breed-aware diagnosis — our vets consider breed-specific predispositions

  • Same-day appointments — book now, be seen today

  • Prescription antibiotics, anti-itch meds, and pain relief issued same-day

  • Covers all life stages — puppies, adults, and senior dogs

  • Follow-up support at no additional cost

Anyone who's driven a stressed dog to a vet clinic knows the experience well: panting the whole way there, refusing to walk through the door, shaking in the waiting room. Clinic anxiety is so common in dogs that it has a name — "white coat syndrome" — and it can make physical examinations harder, elevate heart rate and blood pressure, and mask the very symptoms your vet is trying to assess.

An online dog vet appointment eliminates all of that. Your dog stays in their familiar environment, with their familiar smells, their familiar routines. They're more relaxed, more themselves, and easier to assess accurately. Our vets often say they can tell more about a dog's true behavior and gait by watching them move naturally at home than by observing a stressed, rigid dog in an exam room.

Beyond the comfort benefit, online dog vet care is faster, more affordable, and available on a schedule that works for you. Book in the morning for a same-day afternoon appointment, or book the night before for a first-thing consultation — including weekends and public holidays.

Why Dog Owners Choose TelaVets

  • Breed-Aware Care

    Our vets consider breed-specific health predispositions — knowing that Goldens are allergy-prone, Dachshunds are IVDD-risk, and GSDs are susceptible to degenerative myelopathy changes how we diagnose.

  • Low-Stress Examination

    Home-based consultations reduce stress for anxious, reactive, or large dogs who are difficult to manage in a clinical environment.

  • Same-Day Prescriptions

    From Apoquel to Carprofen, from Clavamox to Trazodone — prescription access same-day via our licensed pharmacy.

  • All Life Stages

    Puppy wellness questions, adult dog health concerns, senior dog pain management, and end-of-life guidance — all covered.

  • $65 Flat Fee

    Significantly less than most in-person vet co-pays — no examination fees, facility charges, or after-hours markups.

  • Next-Day Medication

    Medications prescribed in your consultation are processed and shipped the same day for next business day delivery.

Common Dog Health Issues We Treat Online

Licensed dog vets for everyday canine health concerns

Our online dog vets handle the full range of non-emergency canine health concerns — from first-time symptom questions to ongoing chronic condition management.

Whether your dog has been scratching for weeks or you noticed something unusual this morning, our dog vets are ready to help today.

Skin Allergies & Itching

Environmental, food, and flea allergies — with Apoquel, Cytopoint, and Prednisone prescriptions available.

Ear Infections

Bacterial and yeast ear infections treated with prescription ear drops — one of the most common dog conditions we see.

Digestive Issues

Vomiting, diarrhea, pancreatitis, constipation — assessed and treated with Cerenia, Metronidazole, and Proviable.

Anxiety & Fear

Separation anxiety, storm phobia, and generalized anxiety managed with Trazodone, Fluoxetine, and behavioral advice.

Joint & Mobility Issues

Arthritis, hip dysplasia, and age-related pain relief with Carprofen, Meloxicam, and Gabapentin.

Flea, Tick & Parasite Prevention

Prescription Bravecto, NexGard, and Simparica issued via video consultation — more effective than OTC options.

How TelaVets works for online dog vet

  1. Book your consultation

    Select a same-day or next-available appointment online — no phone calls, no referrals. Weekend and holiday slots are available.

  2. Connect with your licensed vet via video

    Join a secure, encrypted video call with an experienced TelaVets veterinarian. They'll visually assess your pet, review their history, and ask targeted diagnostic questions.

  3. Receive your treatment plan and prescriptions

    Get a clear diagnosis, a personalised care plan, and same-day prescriptions if needed — with medication delivered to your door next business day.

Keeping Your Dog Healthy — Proactive Tips From Our Vets

  • Start flea and tick prevention early in spring — prescription options like Bravecto offer 3 months of protection in a single dose.

  • Monitor your dog's weight monthly. A 10% increase above ideal body weight significantly accelerates joint wear and metabolic disease.

  • Know your breed's health vulnerabilities — and ask your vet proactively about screening timelines for conditions like hip dysplasia or hypothyroidism.

  • Address skin and ear conditions promptly — what starts as mild itching or head shaking often becomes a significant infection within days.

  • Keep a behavior diary for anxious dogs — patterns in when and how anxiety triggers occur help our vets prescribe more targeted treatment.

What Our Pet Parents Say

Join thousands of happy pet parents who trust TelaVets for their furry family members care

"Fantastic service! My dog gets extremely anxious at the vet, so having a virtual appointment from home was a game-changer. The vet was kind and helpful, and getting his medication delivered the next day made the whole process stress-free and more affordable than going to the clinic."

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David Long

Verified Pet Parent

"The vet I spoke with Dr. Ricksaw was very knowledgeable and nice. He took the time to go through all of my options and ideas with me. Reassured me that all we were doing for my dog's anxiety was good and gave me a couple of new ideas as well."

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Courtney Hughes

Verified Pet Parent

"I would definitely use them again. I'm cat sitting for 2 weeks and needed to see a vet. I was so worried about the kitten. I used Televets the cat got his prescription and all is good. Excellent service!"

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Maria

Verified Pet Parent

"Dr Corey was amazing, helpful, compassionate and well versed. I would highly recommend using this. It is so much easier than trying to get a 3 legged cat into a carrier, take him to a doctor's office and stress him out, love it!!!"

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Jackie Gardner

Verified Pet Parent

"I had a TelaVets Zoom appointment and couldn't be more impressed. They spent a lot of time with me, walking through every option to help my cat recover from her skin issues. I've also reached out about getting her medication through Chewy.com, and they've been extremely helpful every step of the way."

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Lara Durand

Verified Pet Parent

"Dr. Moppin is a dedicated professional who truly cares about his furry patients and their humans, too! It's such a relief that Dr. Cole took the time to listen and address my concerns thoughtfully. Thank you for taking care of our cats 🐈"

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Wanida Walker

Verified Pet Parent

"This service was amazing! My dog ran out of his medication before we were able to get in with a new vet and they were able to help get him a short term supply quickly. I would definitely use them again!"

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Amanda Tobias

Verified Pet Parent

"Knowledgeable, professional caring provider! Needed urgent Vet care on a weekend and TeleVet kept me from having to miss a day of work, as well as half the price of local weekend options. Thank you!"

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Jana Humble

Verified Pet Parent

"Dr. McGinnis was very knowledgeable and listened to my cat's issues. She addressed the problem and may have come up with an answer after 5 years of trying with local vet practices."

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Marilyn Kerr

Verified Pet Parent

online dog vet — frequently asked questions

Most non-emergency dog health concerns can be treated online — including skin allergies (the #1 reason dog owners use TelaVets), ear infections, digestive problems (vomiting, diarrhea), anxiety, eye infections, urinary tract infections, joint pain, and parasite prevention and treatment.

Yes. Our licensed dog vets can prescribe the full range of veterinary medications. The most commonly requested include Apoquel and Cytopoint (allergies), Carprofen and Meloxicam (pain), Trazodone and Fluoxetine (anxiety), Clavamox and Amoxicillin (infections), and Bravecto or NexGard (flea/tick prevention).

Yes — significantly. Reactive or aggressive dogs are among the most common reasons pet owners choose online vet care. Your dog stays in their familiar environment, with no strange smells or other animals. This typically reduces reactive behavior dramatically, allowing for a calmer, more accurate assessment.

Have your dog's vaccination records and current medications ready. Note when symptoms started and any recent changes in diet, environment, or routine. Set up in a well-lit room. If your dog has a skin or ear concern, take a few photos or a short video clip beforehand to share with your vet.

If your dog shows signs of a life-threatening emergency — severe trauma, difficulty breathing, suspected poisoning, seizures, or sudden collapse — go directly to the nearest emergency animal hospital. Our vets can help assess whether a situation requires emergency in-person care if you're unsure.

Yes. TelaVets sees dogs of all life stages — puppies (including first-time owner guidance on vaccines and nutrition), adult dogs, and senior dogs with chronic condition management.

Book your dog's same-day vet appointment

Same-day appointments available — $65 flat fee — next-day medication delivery.