Routine Vet Visit for a Check-up
A pet owner brings their pet to the veterinary clinic for a routine check-up. They discuss the pet's general health, vaccinations, or common concerns with the vet or vet assistant.
Dialogue
Listen and follow along with the conversation
Vocabulary
Essential words and phrases from the dialogue
check-up
A routine medical examination to check if someone or an animal is healthy; it's like a regular health visit to the doctor.
vaccinations
Medical shots or injections given to prevent diseases; for pets, these are important to keep them safe from illnesses.
physical exam
A basic health check where a doctor looks at and touches parts of the body to see if everything is normal; useful for spotting early problems.
vaccination schedule
A plan or timeline that shows when vaccinations should be given; it helps pet owners remember important dates.
diet
The type and amount of food eaten regularly; in pet care, discussing diet helps ensure balanced nutrition.
appetite
The desire or interest in eating food; a good appetite means the pet is eating well and staying healthy.
robust
Strong, healthy, and full of energy; used to describe someone or an animal who is in good condition.
Key Sentences
Important phrases to remember and practice
We're here for Mittens' annual check-up.
This sentence introduces the reason for the visit using 'we're here for' to state purpose; it's useful when arriving at a doctor's office or vet to clearly explain why you're there. 'Annual' means once a year.
How has she been doing since her last visit?
A polite question using present perfect 'has been doing' to ask about recent condition over time; great for check-ups to gather updates on health since the previous appointment.
She's been pretty good. Eating well, and still very playful.
This uses present perfect continuous 'has been' for ongoing states, followed by examples with 'and'; it's practical for describing a pet's daily behavior and health positively during consultations.
We'll start with a general physical exam, check her teeth, ears, and listen to her heart and lungs.
Future 'we'll start' outlines steps using a list with commas and 'and'; helpful for professionals explaining procedures, and learners can use it to describe plans in routine situations.
Any changes you've observed, even small ones, are helpful.
This encourages sharing info with 'any changes' in a relative clause; the phrase 'even small ones' softens and includes minor details; useful in medical talks to get complete information.
She's been a little less interested in her dry food lately, preferring wet food, but her overall appetite is still robust.
Present perfect 'has been' for recent habits, with comparatives like 'less interested' and contrast 'but'; ideal for reporting specific pet issues while noting positives, common in vet discussions.
Thanks for letting me know. We'll keep that in mind during the examination.
Polite acknowledgment with 'thanks for' gerund phrase, and future 'we'll keep' for remembering info; this shows appreciation and reassurance, perfect for building trust in conversations.