20 Creative And Funny Vet Signs That Accurately Capture The Truth About Having Pets
Regardless of the era, capturing people's attention remains one of the toughest parts of running a business. Competition is constant, so every business needs a way to stand out and attract customers.
That’s why you’ll find everything from barbecue spots to churches to veterinary clinics using witty, playful, or clever messages on their outdoor signs. And as this collection of photos proves, vet clinics often lead the pack when it comes to delivering humor just right.
Somebody must have felt very clever that day
While Shih Tzu has long been a favorite for cheeky puns, this particular twist feels refreshingly original—and that's impressive given how tough it is to come up with something new these days.
The slogan also delivers a bold promise, though it’s hard not to wonder if unhappy customers might turn the pun around to vent their frustrations. A good clue would be if many negative reviews mention bulldog-Shih Tzu mixes in a suspiciously pun-filled way.
That's one argument for getting a pet their shots
They're not wrong—dinosaurs never received any vaccines. Luckily for humans, that’s probably a good thing. But when it comes to our cherished pets, folks definitely expect better protection than what they’d hope for against creatures that could stomp or devour them.
Sure, no vaccine could have helped against a sudden meteor strike. Still, since there are several theories about what caused the dinosaurs’ extinction, being prepared is always wise.
Well, it's not any more provocative than the original lyrics
It's tough to believe even Lil Jon foresaw how his song would still have people joyfully shouting about sweaty testicles more than 20 years later—but the animals probably aren't as thrilled by their own take on it. Honestly, that’s not exactly anyone’s idea of a good time.
While the idea might bring relief to pet owners wanting to avoid surprise puppies, "three six one, damn they’re gone" just doesn’t have the same catchy vibe. Plus, getting crunk definitely isn’t great for dogs—it’s kind of like chocolate in that way.
Dogs are so lovable but they may not be if they were human
Dogs are easy to adore with their endless energy, loving nature, and undeniable charm. But this vet clinic's sign serves as a funny reminder: if dogs had human abilities, our feelings toward them might change.
Imagine if a person wouldn’t stop calling you—pretty annoying, right? Well, dogs do the same thing, and it’s hard to blame them. Plus, most people wouldn’t feel any more at ease if that person started panting or barking nonstop. Maybe it’s best to appreciate dogs just the way they are.
That cat's owner will swear it loves them, though
Many people who aren't fond of cats believe they’re aloof and dislike their owners. Yet plenty of cat lovers proudly show off their affectionate felines that prove otherwise. Still, the way cats express their affection can sometimes raise questions.
The most sensible explanation might be that the cat simply doesn’t understand how careful humans need to be on stairs and just picked a bad time to walk alongside us. But when it happens repeatedly, it’s hard not to wonder if they’ve caught wind of those wealthy folks who leave their fortunes to their cats.
These are words to live by
Even though it's disappointing to hear that the five-second rule is mostly a myth, dog owners probably knew that long before scientists officially studied it. After all, it’s pretty hard to find out how much bacteria sticks to dropped food when your dog swoops in and eats it first.
Honestly, that might be the only research project where a scientist could pull the classic "my dog ate my homework" excuse with a straight face in front of a grant committee. Still, has anyone ever actually gotten away with using that line?
Of course, the bladder will soon take notice
There's probably no better way to test how much someone loves their cat than seeing how their plans change when that little furball falls asleep on their lap. If their first instinct is to freeze and stay perfectly still, chances are that cat is living in a pretty great home.
Of course, everyone has their limits. People might be willing to endure boredom just to let their cat keep snoozing peacefully—but that doesn’t mean they should sacrifice basic needs to do it. The cat will understand... eventually.
Just a little joke
Some vet signs are clever reminders to spay and neuter pets, while others are just a fun way to let people know the clinic's open. But if you drive past them often enough, you’ll realize most of them are really just excuses for some good old-fashioned corny jokes.
This one definitely falls into that category—but it’s a little sharper than most. And honestly, it’s hard to argue with the logic. It’s probably exactly how that saying got started in the first place.
Now, that's a tradition everyone can get behind
This isn't the only vet clinic sign to make this pun, but the way they tied it to a specific occasion makes the joke a lot more obvious. On other signs, someone who’s not paying attention might just see it as a straightforward request and miss the humor entirely.
But when it’s Mardi Gras, you know it’s not just about showing off cute, grumpy cats. With all the shouting, music, and general chaos, those poor cats are probably just trying to survive without missing out on their precious 12 hours of sleep.
As long as it's not flooding or burning anything, it's fine
For cat owners, the real noise to worry about at night isn't the crashing or bumping sounds. If the cats knocked something over, there’s not much you can do about it anyway. The sound that really sends a chill down your spine is that high-pitched retching noise they make when their stomach isn’t agreeing with them.
Unless your cat is secretly trying to remake Home Alone, whatever they broke probably won’t be much of a hazard. But the nasty little "land mine" they leave behind after all that retching? That could be lurking anywhere, just waiting for an unsuspecting foot.
Well, at least nobody has time to get their hopes up
Sometimes, it can be a little hard to tell whether a sign was put up as a joke or as a response to a genuine incident. And this vet sign noting that only the little patients being brought into the clinic are eligible for free belly rubs is a pretty good example.
On the one hand, it's a sweet way to tell people that the vets are as affectionate with people's pets as they are. On the other hand, it's really not hard to picture someone with the audacity to lift their shirt and look at the vet expectantly.
This clinic's got a million of them
There's a clear theme to a lot of this vet clinic's signs and they're a great argument for why it's probably best that pets can't read. It's hard enough to get them to agree to vet visit without giving them the impression they're going to be neutered every time.
After all, neutering them may make them less nuts (har har) but telling them that's about to happen tends to have the opposite effect. And the cat will just say they can stop the catnip anytime.
Why is that the only thing that kills their appetite?
Although humans and animals are often similarly nervous about going to the doctor, most humans can at least say that they'll take the medicine they're given. For some reason, dogs seem convinced that it's some kind of cyanide pill that was secretly slipped into their meals.
Honestly, who do they think did that? Considering how aggressively they react to this person's presence, the answer would probably be a postal worker. Sadly, they probably wouldn't be able to call their owner a donkey like Ramsay does if they learned the truth.
Some clinics put just as much care into the sign in the back
Although many vets hope their future clients will be charmed enough by the sign in the front of their practice to remember them, this clinic wants to make that fun-loving impression on their existing patients. That's why the staff put this sign in the parking lot.
The sign obviously is there to explain how the system works, but the "sit" and "stay" commands make it clear that the vet had a lot of fun with it. Honestly, the random cat butts are probably the bigger sign of that.
Now, there's a message someone will actually appreciate
When a person passes along that another person says hi, there's usually just a little moment to acknowledge that before the conversation moves on. Maybe it'll warrant further discussion if nobody's seen that person in a long time.
However, it's a lot different with cats. They may not actually care who said, "pspspsps." As long as somebody did, they're just glad to have heard it. It's hard not to wish for that kind of enthusiasm. And it was already hard not to envy how honest cats are when they don't like someone.
Has there ever been a pet that enjoyed the cone?
It's rare to find a pet that isn't curious. No matter where they go, the chances are good that they're going to stick their faces into as many things as they can find. Although most people wouldn't be crazy enough to go anywhere near some of that stuff, that's not really how cats and dogs think.
So naturally, one of those mysterious discoveries is going to make them sick. Sadly, understanding that it sucks to wear the cone isn't quite the same as learning to avoid the activities that force them to wear one. The pet owner's struggle.
The dog probably wouldn't even question it
One thing that's great about dogs is that as long as their friends are happy and they're getting a lot of love and affection, it doesn't really matter what's going on. "Excited but unsure of what's going on" is practically the default mood for some of them.
So, if we were to make like Patrick Swayze and majestically lift our dogs in the air, it might startle them a little. However, it wouldn't be long before that big, dopey smile came back and they'd agree that nobody puts a fur baby in the corner.
That would at least provide an explanation
Although it's sometimes clear what a dog is barking at, it's sometimes legitimately hard not to imagine that another dog called them a jerk from a zip code away and it was somehow carried on the wind. And that goes double if it's an aggressive breed like a Chihuahua.
No matter how much we may want trust that our dogs aren't literally barking at nothing, it's also true that whatever they're mad at is usually happening far enough away that they might as well be an Amber Alert warning.
That's life in a nutshell
Some folks will find that a piece of tape will stick to their fingers easier than what they're actually trying to put it on. Dog hair works more or less the same way. It's at its most useful when it stays on the dog but it seems to have other plans.
No matter how inseparable people are from their dogs, it seems their hair takes that attitude with literally everything else. And like cats, it seems most attracted to people who are allergic to it.
Now that's a fertile philosophical discussion
It sounds like the subject of one of those intense but ultimately pointless 1 am discussions, but one clinic boldly asked the world what dogs call their owners. Do they seem them as the parental figures that some people try to be? Do they have a concept of private ownership?
However, it may not matter that much whether they call people mommy, master, friend, or feed servant. The point is that they like us. Finding out what level they like us on may shatter illusions we're not ready for.
