West Main Animal Hospital
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How to Save on Veterinary Costs at West Main Animal Hospital
Preventive care
Routine wellness exams can help identify health issues early, often before they become more serious or expensive to treat. Regular checkups are one of the most effective ways to manage long term veterinary costs.
Compare prescription pricing
Some pet medications prescribed at veterinary clinics may also be available through local or online pharmacies. It can be helpful to compare pricing when appropriate to reduce ongoing medication costs.
Consider pet insurance
Pet insurance may help cover a portion of eligible veterinary expenses depending on the plan, including accidents, illnesses, and in some cases preventive care. Coverage details, reimbursement levels, and deductibles vary by provider.
Why Pet Insurance Information Appears on This Page
Looking for information about West Main Animal Hospital? This page also includes pet insurance resources to help pet parents understand how to prepare for unexpected veterinary expenses.
Veterinary care costs can vary widely depending on the type of visit, treatment, or emergency. Many pet parents explore pet insurance before they need it so they are better prepared when unexpected situations arise.
How to Choose a Pet Insurance Provider
Pet Insurance Review helps pet parents compare insurance providers using verified customer reviews and real-world experiences. Our tools make it easier to evaluate providers based on claims experience, service quality, and overall satisfaction.
We have collected more than 220,000 reviews from pet parents, creating one of the largest independent databases of pet insurance feedback available.
How rankings are determined
Unexpected veterinary expenses can happen at any clinic. The providers below are ranked using verified reviews submitted by real pet parents through Pet Insurance Review. Results reflect overall satisfaction, claims experience, and value based on real world feedback. Rankings are updated regularly as new reviews are submitted.
| Rating | Provider | Total Review |
|---|---|---|
| 4.8 | Adoro | 19 |
| 4.5 | AKC | 1,801 |
| 4.4 | ASPCA | 12,226 |
| 4.9 | Embrace | 19,970 |
| 4.9 | Fetch | 5,900 |
| 4.1 | Figo | 2,868 |
| 4.4 | Hartville | 183 |
| 4.9 | Healthy Paws | 11,365 |
| 4.8 | Lemonade | 833 |
| 4.6 | ManyPets | 2,416 |
| 4.7 | MetLife | 11,195 |
| 4.8 | Nationwide | 25,683 |
| 3.9 | Pet Assure | 15 |
| 4.3 | PetPartners | 121 |
| 4.9 | Pets Best | 15,326 |
| 4.8 | Prudent Pet | 2,864 |
| 4.7 | Pumpkin | 3,533 |
| 4.6 | Spot | 11,560 |
| 4.9 | Trupanion | 55,033 |
Compare Pet Insurance Plans
You can compare coverage options from multiple providers to find a plan that fits your budget and your pet’s healthcare needs.
Getting to Know Your Veterinarian
Choosing a veterinarian is an important decision for pet parents. A strong vet relationship is built on trust, communication, and understanding your pet’s individual needs.
Experience
Ask whether the clinic has experience treating your specific type of pet, since care can vary between dogs, cats, and pocket pets.
Emergency Care Procedures
It’s helpful to understand how the clinic handles after-hours emergencies, including whether they provide emergency services or refer to nearby emergency hospitals.
Communication Preferences
Ask how the clinic communicates with pet parents, including updates, test results, and follow up questions.
Breed Specific Health Considerations
Some breeds may be more prone to certain health conditions. Early awareness can help with prevention and early treatment.
Facility Tour
If available, touring the clinic can help you and your pet feel more comfortable before the first visit.
Final Note
Pet care decisions often involve both medical and financial considerations. Having access to trusted veterinary information alongside pet insurance comparisons can help pet parents feel more confident when planning for their pet’s health and wellbeing.
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Reviews from Google
117 reviews
I decided to give my furry friend a summer haircut, and this pet groomer delivered beyond my expectations. The quality of the haircut was flawless, and my dog looks so adorable. The value for the money spent is excellent. I appreciate the groomer's attention to detail and their genuine love for animals. I'll be a loyal customer from now on!
Jan 3, 2025
I came in from Florida for a vet appt but due to a personal mix up, needed to find a new animal hospital and a new appointment. I happened to stumble upon West Main Animal Hospital today and boy am I glad I did. I contacted them in the afternoon, desperate for an appointment due to an urgent situation and I drove from an hour away just to see them. Everything from the front desk team to the practice manager to Dr. Writt’s services was just so efficient and they sincerely helped me out in a difficult time. I highly recommend them to anyone living in LA or otherwise. Thank you all.
Feb 10, 2025
I've been bringing my dog to WMAH since she was a puppy. She's 11 now so it has been a while. Why the 1 star? Because of the new ownership. Dr. Frics is no longer there. There are veterinarians who go into the business of caring for pets because they love animals - new ownership loves money way more than your pets. They are so greedy! I literally left the vet office without treatment for my dog today because they were "forcing" me to accept lab tests for hundreds of extra dollars in order to get any actual medication. I told them I couldn't afford all of these lab tests. In the name of "quality care," they told me they will not be able to give me medication for my dog without the lab tests. I let them know that they used to prescribe me medication without all of these "required" lab tests so what has changed? Is it by law? No. Just new ownership. I told them I can't afford their estimate, and I wouldn't pay for the exam fee since the only thing they did was weigh my dog and take her temperature... no service or product was provided to make my dog feel better. So they threaten me about sending the exam fee to collections. Just wow. They say I took an appointment slot. That's like being forced to pay for an appointment at a hair salon who won't cut your hair unless you also buy their expensive hair products. I took half a day off work for this. After going back and forth for an hour, the exam fee was waived. As a fellow pet owner in this economy, here's my review to spend your time and money elsewhere. Please don't support these greedy businesses and take your pet to an animal hospital that actually cares about the well-being of your pet.
Nov 7, 2024
Dr Writt saw my cat, charged me $735 and gave my cat a B12 shot. She wanted $2000 more to test for diabetes. 4 days later he was dead. The vet that saw him could not believe she did not even give him a pain shot, knowing he was dying. She should have known because everything about my cats condition were in the labs. I am devastated that she was so greedy she couldn't even give him a pain shot knowing he was that sick. My God how could a vet be so cruel. I hate her for making my cat suffer. I hope no other pet parents have to endure what I did. I just can't shake this hole and emptiness I have in my gut. I am devastated! I just want to spit in her face but i don't want to tarnish my cats memory. God forgive her maybe she is just inexperienced and maybe just maybe she will learn from this and not hurt someone elses pet. Margo Campa
Nov 3, 2024
I took my family dogs here to be seen for some stomach trouble, and I was blown away by how amazing the staff handle him. He is not a small dog and is definitely a handful, and I have been to some previous vets that are hesitant to give him proper care. However, at West Main they all were so loving and caring towards him and me as the owner I cannot say any negative comments about my experience, and I will definitely be bringing, my dog back for all of his veterinarian needs.
Mar 16, 2024
Veterinarians in Alhambra, California
Alhambra Veterinary Hospital
1501 W Mission Rd, Alhambra, CA 91803, USA(626) 289-9227
VCA Mission Animal Hospital
25 W Mission Rd, Alhambra, CA 91801, USA(626) 289-3643
Veterinary Eye Clinic Alhambra
3000 W Valley Blvd Suite A, Alhambra, CA 91803, USA(626) 537-1779
West Main Animal Hospital
2216 W Main St, Alhambra, CA 91801, USA(626) 282-2179