If you have ever sat with a worried pet at 9 p.m. wondering whether that cough, that limp, or that upset tummy is something to panic about — you are not alone. A large share of everyday pet concerns can be looked at, understood, and treated through a simple video visit, often the same day, without a car ride or a waiting room.
Vetzi is founded by Dr. Azza Diasti-Kennedy, a practicing Florida veterinarian with over two decades of real exam room experience. She’ll tell you directly: most of the calls she sees don’t actually need an in-person visit — and knowing that is often the biggest relief a pet parent can have.
✓ Same-day video visits ✓ Florida-licensed vets ✓ Prescriptions available online
Getting help for your pet takes three simple steps — no waiting rooms, no referrals, no car ride required.
Select a time that works for you — often available the same day. No referral or insurance needed.
A Florida-licensed vet sees your pet live, reviews symptoms, and asks the right questions to understand what’s going on.
Receive guidance, a treatment recommendation, or a prescription sent straight to your door.
Vomiting, diarrhea, reduced appetite, and general GI upset — assessed live by a vet.
Hot spots, rashes, persistent scratching, ear irritation — especially common in Florida’s climate.
Diabetes, arthritis, long-term coughs — ongoing check-ins and medication management.
Stress, fearful pets, clinic anxiety — observed in their natural home environment.
Vomiting, diarrhea, and general “something’s off” tummy days are some of the most common reasons pet parents reach out. Most of these cases can be sorted out through video. A vet can ask about your pet’s appetite, energy level, and bathroom habits, watch how your pet is moving, and quickly determine whether this is a mild bug that will pass or something that needs closer attention — similar to how a vomiting cat is assessed by looking at frequency and overall demeanor rather than jumping straight to a clinic.
The key question a vet is always working through: is your pet still eating, drinking, and acting like themselves — even if not 100%? If so, there is usually a lot that can be figured out and treated from home.
Skin issues are especially common in Florida’s warm, humid climate, and they are also one of the easiest things for a vet to assess through a clear video call. Persistent scratching, red patches, hot spots, and general skin discomfort can often be traced back to allergies, fleas, or irritation — the same way persistent dog itching is worked through by asking about timing, location, and any recent changes at home.
Breathing changes sometimes show up alongside skin issues too, especially heat-related ones. A vet can help sort out whether excessive panting is a warm-weather response or something that deserves a closer look.
Chronic conditions like diabetes, arthritis, and long-term coughs benefit enormously from consistent, easy check-ins — and telehealth is genuinely well suited for this kind of ongoing care.
A study led by researchers at UC Davis, published in Frontiers in Veterinary Science, found pet caregivers preferred video telehealth for education and home management guidance around their pet’s chronic mobility challenges — while still preferring in-clinic visits for physical exams and diagnosis. That balance is exactly how we approach chronic care too.
Video visits for the day-to-day questions and adjustments, paired with your regular vet’s exam when something needs hands-on attention.
Some pets simply do not do well in a clinic setting — cats in particular are famous for disappearing the moment a carrier comes out. For pets with anxiety, fear, or stress around vet visits, a video call from home removes the car ride, the waiting room, and the unfamiliar smells that make the whole experience so hard in the first place.
A vet can observe your pet’s natural behavior in a comfortable environment and offer real guidance on managing anxiety — without adding to the stress in the process.
Once a vet determines medication is the right next step, our integrated online pharmacy makes getting it simple. The prescription is submitted electronically right after your visit — no separate errand, no paperwork. Registering a pharmacy account ahead of time helps everything move even faster.
Come prepared and things move faster. Bring:
Telehealth is a great first step for most everyday concerns, but it is not the right tool for everything — and a good vet will always tell you honestly when that is the case. Go in person immediately if your pet shows:
The goal is never to avoid a clinic when one is truly needed — only to skip the ones that are not.
Whatever is going on with your pet — from a tummy ache to a chronic condition you’re managing long-term — there is a good chance a video visit can help you understand it faster and with a lot less stress. Our veterinarians are here to walk through it with you, honestly and without judgment.
✓ Same-day video appointments ✓ Prescriptions sent to your door ✓ No referral needed
Your pet shouldn’t have to wait. Neither should you.
