Alpen Veterinary Hospital
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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 Alpen Veterinary 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
116 reviews
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! 🐈⬛❄️😻
Jan 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.
Aug 8, 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.
May 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.
Apr 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!!
Jul 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