With any medical office cleanliness and ease of maintenance are critical factors. Veterinarians, in particular, have a challenge when it comes to flooring.
Animals present a high risk of soiling the floor.
Slippery floors make it difficult for animals to walk and could lead t o injury
Animals on leads could pull unexpectedly putting handlers at risk of slipping and falling.
Cold and hard floors are not suitable for older animals.
Comfortable floors reduce the stress that animals feel in a strange place.
Hard floors increase noise levels.
Germs and bacteria from ill animals linger on tile and linoleum.