Nile Point Veterinary Hospital - Norman Lohr DVM

4.4 (100)

2007 Niles St, Bakersfield, CA 93305, USA

Best Pet Insurance in Bakersfield, California 2024

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How to Save Money at Nile Point Veterinary Hospital - Norman Lohr DVM

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:

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4.7	Hartville	164
4.9	Healthy Paws	7,477
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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

Christopher Espinosa

I have been coming here since 1996 when I got my first kitten Viskers. Dr. Lohr treated him for nearly 20 years before I had to put him down in 2015. Dr. Lohr has been such a wonderful vet & treated myself & my pets wonderfully. He also has taken care of 2 of my parrots 🦜 since 2000 & 2016.. I am a cat owner again in 2021 & even though I live way out on Rosedale I knew I was coming back here to have my new cat cared for by him. For 26 years I've been a client & I'm so grateful to Dr. Lohr & his staff for the wonderful service they have provided my pets over the years. They REALLY do treat you like family here. It's what's made me come back time & time again. I couldn't ask for a better Doctor than Lohr. The compassion he displays for your animals has always left me in awe... He truly is a wonderful guy. Always grateful Christopher I'm blessed to have had a white cat from 96 to 2015 and then AGAIN in 2021 I get another pure white Cat. & I have a beautiful Conure as well. Niles point Vet is #1 for me.

posted: 08/19/2022

Crystal Sharp

Because of my daughter having a bad experience at this vet. They refused to see me. I had no idea that my daughter sent an email until just now. I am not her and her experience or response should of not been reflected on me.i will never refer them to anyone.

posted: 04/24/2023

Jennifer Conner

I've worked in the Veterinary industry for 18yrs, I took my tortoises to Dr. Lohr as the the Vet I work for does not treat them. Dr. Lohr was so knowledgeable. We had to say goodbye to our baby Mork and Dr. Lohr was not only kind and compassionate but gave our family one of his baby tortoises so our Mindy would not be alone. Dr. Lohr and his staff are wonderful and we are so grateful for their care.

posted: 09/16/2020