In some cases, you may not be aware of special requirements for your herp, and although this might be embarrassing, it is still better to be honest. Of course, it is hoped that you will research the requirements of any new herp prior to you bringing it home, but that is not always the case. Sometimes, you may have been given erroneous information regarding a herp's care, and your vet can help you by providing the correct husbandry and diet info. So, while you might not be comfortable with some of your answers to your vet's questions, it is best to always be truthful. You and your herps will benefit in the long run.
Conclusions Working with a herp vet is a two way street.
A veterinarian who works on herps has invested a large amount of time, effort and money into tailoring the practice to treat herps. Respect the dedication of your vet to herp medicine, and don't ask her to compromise her abilities by asking her to prescribe without diagnosing. Your herp vet should not be used solely for emergencies, and while the occasional emergency is inevitable, get into the habit of practicing preventative medicine by having your herp vet periodically examine your animals. Your vet will respect you if you research your herps prior to purchasing them and take the best care of them that you are able. Don't overextend yourself financially, don't overcrowd your charges and don't overtax your time, or you won't enjoy your herps.