Local veterinarians are feeling the effects of a nationwide COVID-19 pet boom as communities open and people return to their daily lives.
With a shortage of veterinarians and a surplus of pets, many practices are unable to provide care for all of the patients calling in.
Around North Texas, practices like Paws and Claws in Plano are buried in appointments, with wait times skyrocketing.
“Patients and family members, they kind of show us recognition every day, which is one of the great reasons to be a nurse," said..
