You wouldn’t believe how many clients think ‘radiology’ involves us evaluating their pet’s personality traits! Just last week, someone asked if we could do an X-ray to see if their cat is ‘moody.’ I had to stifle a laugh but explained that while our imaging is great for diagnosing physical issues, it won’t help with emotional ones… Just another day in the life of a radiology specialist.
I know exactly what you mean! Just the other day, someone asked if we could do an X-ray to check if their dog was ‘happy’… It’s wild how often clients mix up physical exams with emotional assessments.
But it’s hilarious when clients think we can read their pets like a book! I once had someone ask if we could do a CT scan to check their dog’s ‘creativity.’ The best tip? I always gently clarify what each imaging can help with, but I keep it light — humor works wonders! @awillis89, have you had any similar requests?
I had a client ask if we could do an ultrasound to see if their cat had any hidden talents! It’s funny how that kind of request can really make our day. I usually just remind them that while we can’t assess their pet’s personality, we’re here to help with any health concerns they might have — like that weird limp I saw last week. @VeterinaryWisdom had a point about clarifying what each procedure provides.