Veterinary Scale: Vital to the Practice

A Veterinary Scale is a vital part for veterinarians and their success. As pets come to be thoroughly examined, they must be weighed. A Veterinary Scale is designed to handle the weighing of both small and large animals while minimizing any discomfort the animal may feel. A floor scale is a wonderful model because animals can simply rest on the floor scale and have their weight calculated in a non-threatening environment. Many floor Veterinary Scales are designed to handle up to 200 lbs. The majority of these floor scales are battery operated to prevent further damage from unruly electrical cords. Some farm Veterinary Scales are designed to weigh much heavier farm animals than the typical household pet. Some of these farm Veterinary Scales can handle weights between 500- 2,500 pounds. These are suitable for both indoor and outdoor use. Small Scales for use by Vets for Animals Many Vets choose to use small scales for animals. These small scales are compact and some are even portable. This allows for greater freedom when dealing with overactive pets. Large LCD displays ensure that accurate readings will be detected every time. Some vets choose to use scales that contain small trays for easy placement of animals. These scales are reminiscent of the infant or baby scale. The trays are fully detachable so that they can be sanitized and cleaned. Many of these veterinary scales hold up to 50 pounds. There are Bench and Countertop Veterinary Scales as well as scales designed with a balance beam construction. Whether using small scales for pets or large scales for farm animals, the veterinarian must have adequate scales to be efficient and effective at his or her job.