Alpen Veterinary Hospital
4.7 (116) 167 Grandview Rd, Bishop, CA 93514, USAHours:
Monday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at Alpen Veterinary Hospital
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:
| Rating | Provider | Total Review |
|---|---|---|
| 4.4 | AKC | 894 |
| 4.5 | ASPCA | 12,057 |
| 4.9 | Embrace | 20,305 |
| 4.9 | Fetch | 27,409 |
| 4.1 | Figo | 2,786 |
| 4.5 | Hartville | 177 |
| 4.9 | Healthy Paws | 10,736 |
| 4.8 | Lemonade | 815 |
| 4.6 | ManyPets | 2,428 |
| 4.6 | MetLife | 5,637 |
| 4.8 | Nationwide | 21,417 |
| 3.9 | Pet Assure | 15 |
| 4.4 | PetPartners | 117 |
| 4.3 | Pets Best | 14,113 |
| 4.7 | Pumpkin | 2,549 |
| 4.6 | Spot | 9,855 |
| 4.8 | Trupanion | 62,914 |
| 4.8 | Prudent Pet | 2,445 |
Or, you can simply get a fast quote from multiple providers and go from there.
Thinking of insuring your pet?
Get Quotes & CompareGetting 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
Alpen Vet is so great! My kitty is on the feral side lol and they are terrific with our "Chola "! Highly recommend! Recently added a new member to our family, his name is Ponchito! My kitties both love Dr. Tesla and he truly loves them! 🐈⬛❄️😻
posted: 01/11/2024
My senior cat was very sick and had a fever. They got her in that day getting her the antibiotics she needed. I was fearful she wasn’t going to make it last night but she pulled through and is getting much better this morning. Great vet listened to all our concerns, caring and experienced.
posted: 08/08/2024
EDIT: Beau had a full panel of blood work and urinalysis done with his regular vet. I can now confirm that he was misdiagnosed at Alpen. He (thankfully) does not show any signs of kidney disease. ----- We were on vacation in Mammoth when my dog, Beau, started to have some symptoms reminiscent of a UTI. Alpen Veterinary was able to see him sooner than Bishop could, so I brought him here. What followed was a really strange experience... Dr. Teslaa seemed kind enough at first. He checked Beau out and ran a few tests, including an ultrasound, where everything seemed normal. We got to the urinalysis and they used a catheter, which I was in the room for. Beau did great but I'm not used to being there while a vet does something this invasive. The urinalysis showed some protein. Dr. Teslaa diagnosed Beau with kidney disease and said the cause was dental disease as he has gingivitis on his back teeth. He talked about a paper he's publishing about the link between dental health and kidney disease and how it's going to shock the veterinary community. His treatment plan: renal support supplements and antibiotics for 60-90 days at which point he recommends dental work. This was a lot to process (chronic kidney disease is not reversible) and I shed a few tears but tried to keep it together. I went into the lobby to pay out and when I finished, Dr. Teslaa called us back into the room. He showed me an ultrasound or x-ray from a dog that came in a few days earlier. He'd diagnosed this dog with kidney disease. He told me "This dog died the next day". Sorry, what? Beau is nearly 10 years old now, but he's been healthy his entire life. I brought him in for mild symptoms and left entirely panicked, feeling like I am already losing him. Dr. Teslaa seems knowledgable and maybe his research will genuinely make waves in the veterinary community, but he treated us like a case study.
posted: 05/15/2024
Person who answered the phone was entirely useless. Said there was nothing they could do for my 5 year old Australian shepherd who ate some raisins. Went to Bishop - Mammoth Vetrinary and they’ve already been more helpful before even getting my dog checked in, prepared to run blood tests + treat him in any and every way possible as all vets should be.
posted: 04/14/2025
Absolutely amazing.Dr Teslaa saw our daughters dog ( cockapoo) Mora after hours on a Saturday morning. He was so patient and through with her digestive issues!! Thank goodness we have found our vet!!
posted: 07/17/2023
Veterinarians in Bishop, California
Alpen Veterinary Hospital
167 Grandview Rd, Bishop, CA 93514, USA(760) 872-4612
Bishop Veterinary Hospital
1650 N Sierra Hwy, Bishop, CA 93514, USA(760) 873-5801
I Care
PO Box 76, Bishop, CA 93515, USA(760) 872-3802
Mountain View Animal Hospial: Cheryl Chong DVM
1650 N Sierra Hwy, Bishop, CA 93514, USA(760) 873-3500
Mountain View Animal Hospital
174 S Main St, Bishop, CA 93514, USA(760) 873-3500
Sierra Veterinary Clinic
2640 W Line St, Bishop, CA 93514, USA(760) 873-4824