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Italian Phrases: At the Vet

25 phrases · Levels: A2B1B2C1

Devo portare il mio cane dal veterinario.

I need to take my dog to the vet.

When your dog is unwell and you are explaining to someone that you are taking them to the vet.

A2

Il mio gatto non mangia da tre giorni.

My cat hasn't eaten for three days.

Describing loss of appetite to the vet — one of the most common feline complaints.

A2

Il mio cane ha ingerito qualcosa di tossico.

My dog has ingested something toxic.

Emergency call to the vet when your dog has eaten something potentially poisonous.

B1formal

Il mio cane ha bisogno del vaccino annuale.

My dog needs its annual vaccination.

Booking or attending a routine annual vaccination appointment for your dog.

A2

Il mio gatto zoppica — ha le zampe ferite?

My cat is limping — are its paws injured?

Describing limping to the vet when unsure of the cause.

B1

Quando è il momento giusto per sterilizzare il mio cane?

When is the right time to neuter/spay my dog?

Asking the vet for advice on the optimal age for neutering/spaying.

B2

Il mio cane ha le pulci — cosa uso per eliminarle?

My dog has fleas — what do I use to get rid of them?

Asking the vet or pharmacist for flea treatment recommendations.

A2

Il mio coniglio non si muove e respira con fatica.

My rabbit isn't moving and is breathing with difficulty.

Reporting a respiratory or neurological emergency in a rabbit — requires urgent veterinary attention.

B1

Il mio cane ha paura delle iniezioni.

My dog is afraid of injections.

Warning the vet about your dog's fear response before examination or treatment.

A2

Il mio cane ha le vermi — che trattamento usa?

My dog has worms — what treatment do you use?

Asking the vet about deworming treatment after finding evidence of intestinal worms.

B1

Il mio cane deve essere operato — spieghi il procedimento.

My dog needs surgery — please explain the procedure.

When the vet recommends surgery and you want to understand what will happen.

B2formal

Come devo somministrare le medicine al gatto?

How should I administer the medication to the cat?

Asking the vet for instructions on giving a cat its medication at home.

B1formal

Il mio pappagallo non parla più — è malato?

My parrot has stopped talking — is it ill?

Describing a behavioural change in a pet bird to the vet.

B1

Qual è la dieta migliore per il mio cane anziano?

What is the best diet for my elderly dog?

Asking for nutritional advice for a senior dog — important for managing age-related conditions.

B1formal

Il mio cane ha morso qualcuno — cosa devo fare per legge?

My dog has bitten someone — what do I need to do legally?

After your dog has bitten a person — understanding legal and veterinary obligations.

B2formal

Il mio cane sta invecchiando — ci sono segnali di demenza?

My dog is ageing — are there signs of dementia?

Asking the vet about Canine Cognitive Dysfunction (CCD) in an older dog showing behavioural changes.

B2formal

Il mio gatto ha bevuto dell'antigelo — è pericoloso?

My cat drank antifreeze — is it dangerous?

Emergency call after discovering your cat has ingested antifreeze — a veterinary emergency.

B1

Devo portare il cane in viaggio — ha bisogno del microchip e del passaporto?

I need to take my dog travelling — does it need a microchip and passport?

Asking about documentation needed for international pet travel from or to Italy.

B1

Il veterinario ASL fa visite gratuite?

Does the ASL vet do free check-ups?

Asking about free or subsidised veterinary services provided by the public health authority.

B1

Come posso sapere se il mio cane soffre?

How can I know if my dog is in pain?

Asking the vet how to recognise pain signs in your dog — important for home monitoring.

B2formal

Qual è la causa della tosse del mio cane?

What is causing my dog's cough?

Asking the vet to diagnose the cause of persistent coughing in your dog.

B1formal

Il veterinario può venire a domicilio?

Can the vet make a home visit?

When your animal is too ill or large to transport, or for elderly pet owners who cannot travel.

A2formal

Il mio gatto ha paura del trasportino — come lo abituo?

My cat is afraid of the carrier — how do I get it used to it?

Asking the vet for advice on carrier training to reduce vet visit stress.

B1

Il mio cane è in fine vita — cosa mi consiglia?

My dog is in its final stage of life — what do you recommend?

Having a frank conversation with the vet about end-of-life options for a terminally ill pet.

C1formal

Grazie per aver curato così bene il mio animale.

Thank you for having taken such good care of my animal.

Expressing genuine gratitude to the vet after successful treatment — closing phrase.

B1formal