Sept Bob DVM - Bering Sea Animal Clinic

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23819 Immelman Cir, Chugiak, AK 99567, USA

Hours:

Monday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Thursday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Friday: Closed

Saturday: Closed

Sunday: Closed

How to Save Money at Sept Bob DVM - Bering Sea Animal Clinic

Schedule Regular Vet Visits

One of the best ways to save on vet bills is to prevent expensive health issues before they develop. By scheduling regular wellness checkups, your vet can detect health issues early, helping you to avoid costly treatments and surgeries down the road.

Price Shop for Pet Prescriptions

Oftentimes our fur babies are prescribed human drugs off-label. Your vet is apt to charge more for these medications than you would pay at your local pharmacy. In fact, big-box or chain pharmacies can offer steep discounts. So it’s best to price shop.

Pet Insurance

Most pet insurance providers will pay between 80% and 90% of the vet bill. You can even get coverage for routine care and things like vaccinations and dental cleanings. If you do the math, you’ll most likely find that pet insurance makes financial sense in the long run as well as gives you peace of mind.

How Do You Choose the Right Pet Insurance Provider?

Pet Insurance Review makes it incredibly easy for pet parents to select an insurance provider they feel good about. You can use our handy comparison tool to get the gist of what a company offers. We’ve also collected over 150,000 reviews of insurance companies from real pet parents like you to rank the top providers in the market. Here is the current ranking of each:

Top Pet Insurance Providers of 2024
Rating Provider Total Review
4.4 AKC 889
4.7 ASPCA 11,414
4.9 Embrace 14,242
4.9 Fetch 2,055
4.4 Figo 2,580
4.7 Hartville 164
4.9 Healthy Paws 7,477
4.9 Lemonade 783
3.2 ManyPets 2,156
4.6 MetLife 493
4.8 Nationwide 21,393
4.3 Pet Assure 12
4.7 PetPartners 110
4.5 Pets Best 7,196
4.3 Pumpkin 1,163
4.7 Spot 5,275
4.9 Trupanion 60,301
4.8 Prudent Pet 125

Or, you can simply get a fast quote from multiple providers and go from there.

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Getting to Know Your New Vet: Essential Questions to Ask

Choosing a new veterinarian is an important decision for any pet owner. You want to find someone who is competent, compassionate, and a good fit for you and your fur baby. To help you get the most out of your first appointment, here's a list of essential questions to ask your new vet:

Tell me about your experience with [pet type].

Different vets have different areas of specialization. Some are experts with cats, some dogs, some pocket pets, and some horses. Knowing that your vet has vast experience treating your specific type of pet can bring you peace of mind.

How do you handle emergencies?

You must know what to do in case of a pet medical emergency. Inquire what after-hours policy the clinic has, whether they have on-site emergency care available, and if they have a relationship with any nearby emergency animal hospitals.

How do you communicate with pet owners?

Good communication is key to building a trusting relationship with your vet. Ask how they prefer to communicate (phone calls, emails, online portal) and how often you can expect to hear from them.

Are there any breed-specific health concerns I should be aware of?

Some breeds are predisposed to certain health conditions. Knowing what to watch out for can help you catch problems early and get your pet the treatment they need.

Do you have any questions for me about my pet?

This is a great question to ask because the answer will show that the vet is interested in getting to know your pet as an individual and is willing to listen to your concerns.

Bonus question: Can I take a tour of your facility?

Getting a feel for the clinic's environment can help you and your pet feel more comfortable during your visits. Remember, you’re not just looking for a veterinarian, you’re looking for a partnership. Do not be afraid to ask these questions and any others you can think of. Any vet worth their salt will be happy to answer them. Because the more informed you are, the better equipped you'll be to make decisions about your pet's care! And that should be every vet’s top priority.

Reviews from Google

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Degen Fejes

Bob treats us like family, when my dog almost died from a rare genetic disorder he was able to get to the root of the problem, and get him back to a happy healthy dog. So grateful for him and the amazing staff!

posted: 05/06/2023

Kristen Stevens

My dog had an infect tooth and my regular vet quoted 1200-1500 for a tooth extraction. A lot of people suggest I contact Bering Sea for a quote. The day I called they had me pick up antibiotics. A few days later I brought my dog in for dental work. I only paid $600 (much more doable!) The staff was wonderful to work with, and they took good care of my fur baby. I will for sure be back for all my vet needs.

posted: 11/02/2021

Katie Kingsley

From Faith, who helps run the practice to Bob the Veterinarian, this clinic runs incredibly smoothly while maintaining a wholesome, family feel. I live in Anchorage and CHOOSE to drive to Chugiak for my dogs visits. That speaks a lot to the value and quality of this practice. 10/10 recommended.

posted: 03/06/2022

Kathryn Russell

Dr Bob and his staff have treated all of my dogs for years. He is compassionate, caring, and completely knowledgeable. What's even better is his prices can't be beat. Thank you for all the excellent pet care!

posted: 10/23/2019

james fejes

Bob is an an amazing vet, jaxx is not only a big poodle but a big baby This is the only vet office he has ever been comfortable in. The prices are more than fair and the attending to detail are second to none.

posted: 11/05/2022