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When I was teaching Kindergarten we had a dramatic play area that had different themes throughout the year. One of the most popular themes was a vet’s office. My students always had so much fun taking care of animals and I was amazed at all learning that took place in this dramatic play area. I decided to create a pretend play vet’s office at home for my kids to explore through pretend play. It was super easy to set up and I can’t wait to share how you can make one for your kids too! I am even including a free printable for an office visit. For more fun ideas for pretend play check out Pretend Baking Water Play and Camping Pretend Play.
Set up a Pretend Play Vet's Office - Free Printable for Vet's Office for kids.

Pretend Play Vet’s Office

You will need:

  • Kids doctor kit
  • Thermometer
  • Band aids, bandages, other medical supplies
  • Baby wipes
  • Small flashlight
  • Office visit form (download the free printable here)
Pretend Play Vet's Office
I had most of the supplies already and bought the few I didn’t have at the dollar store. They have a great selection of medical supplies – who knew? I found an old thermometer in a drawer and decided to add it to the pretend play area.
Once I had my supplies, I needed some patients. This was the easy part. Our home is drowning in stuffed animals. I found some of our most popular ones and sat them down in some chairs. Instant waiting room!
Pretend Play Vet's Office
The kids were excited to get started examining patients. I got my youngest a doctor’s lab coat for her birthday, and it was the perfect addition to our play area. She starts off by checking the monkey’s heartbeat.
Pretend Play Vet's Office
A small flashlight is perfect for checking the monkey’s eyes.
Pretend Play Vet's Office
Monkey had a boo-boo, so it was time for a band aid. My daughter got a chance to practice some fine motor skills as she peeled the backing away from the band aid.
Pretend Play Vet's Office

My daughter determined that monkey needed some medicine to feel better. We used a small, empty cup that came with some cough medicine.

Pretend Play Vet's Office
Before monkey left he needed to be groomed and cleaned.
Pretend Play Vet's Office
My daughter B’s patient was a puppy. I think B looks very official with her glasses. I would take my pet to see her!
Pretend Play Vet's Office
Puppy is a good patient and held still while having his temperature taken.
Pretend Play Vet's Office
I created a free printable of an office visit form where the kids could write in their patient’s information and treatment recommendations. This is a great opportunity for kids to practice writing and reading. You can download this free printable here.
Pretend Play Vet's Office
We also had a bunny visit, and sadly, he needed a shot.
Pretend Play Vet's Office
The vet filled out the form with the diagnosis and treatment plan.
Pretend Play Vet's Office
I am pleased to report that all our patients are now feeling better and our vets are still caring for other sick animals.

As you can see, setting up a dramatic play area allows kids to use their imaginations to create play scenarios and act out various roles. Our vet’s office was easy to set up and resulted in hours of imaginative play and learning. As an extension you and your child can read some great books about vets such as: Pet Vet, I Want to Be a Vet and A Day in the Life of A Veterinarian.

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  3. Oh, I love this! I had a brilliant idea over the weekend to set up a vet’s office for my 4 and 2-year-old and wasn’t sure what to put in it. I found you on Pinterest, you have such awesome ideas not only for a vet but for everything else. Can’t wait to try some of the others.

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