Mohnacky Animal Hospitals of Carlsbad

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2505 S Vista Way, Carlsbad, CA 92008, USA

Hours:

Monday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM

Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM

Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM

Thursday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM

Friday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM

Saturday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Sunday: Closed

How to Save Money at Mohnacky Animal Hospitals of Carlsbad

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 11,392
4.9 Embrace 14,179
4.9 Fetch 1,995
4.4 Figo 2,561
4.7 Hartville 164
4.9 Healthy Paws 7,475
4.9 Lemonade 781
3.2 ManyPets 2,145
4.6 MetLife 487
4.8 Nationwide 21,391
4.3 Pet Assure 12
4.7 PetPartners 110
4.5 Pets Best 7,194
4.3 Pumpkin 1,131
4.7 Spot 5,194
4.9 Trupanion 60,280
4.8 Prudent Pet 124

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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Christopher Hazlett

My family and I have had a few dogs over the last 15 years. We have taken them here. Pretty friendly staff. They are pretty knowledgeable.

posted: 09/15/2023

Kristin Jankel

Not my Normal vet but happy to always find a appointment on short notice! And with saying that they treat me as if any other client, even though I don’t see them often! Excellent service and fair prices.

posted: 06/09/2023

Ashley De Lisle

Amazing care by the staff, Jordan and Dr. Souther. My female dam just had delivered 12 puppies two days before but needed emergency surgery for ingested foreign body. They took care of her and her pups even though it was towards the end of the day and Jordan took the time to teach me to tube feed are neonates. So, so thankful for them!

posted: 05/01/2023

Gabriela Sanchez

I have been a recurring client with my pup for 2-3 years now. I found them via a Groupon or advertisement and thought the appointment cost was reasonable and going over the charges before procedures made me feel comfortable. Earlier this year my pup had two ear infections, 3 types of bacteria in one ear and 2 in the other. He needed to have numbing and cleaning, overall was charged $490 which felt high but reasonable. I went back in for a recheck up and additional shot within 30 days and spent another $170 or so. Based on the service I received last time I went back in today and was very dissatisfied with the charges. My pup is no where near the same condition on ear infection as last time and I was quoted $470 for a checkup, ear cleaning, test (like last time), allergy shot and 1 medication. This time around all pricing has gone up $8-10 per step within the same year no less (these visits are 4 months apart), and when asked why medication was $120 I was told it’s vet preference. If I want medication alternatives I have to take my pup back and reschedule. When I gave pushback I was then told a different thing; how I get quoted the most expensive and then charges can change after the test. It seemed inconsistent to my past experience and I felt nickel and dimed. When my fur baby’s well being is on the line I don’t mind paying but I shouldn’t feel like I have to stress over the experience both of us will receive and inconsistent bill quotes. 3 stars because my experience last time was 5 stars but my experience this time more like a 2.

posted: 07/24/2023

Jenifer Peters

Terrible customer service!! Had an appointment for my dog, at the time of scheduling the appointment I made it clear that my dog would be on trazodone due to being very reactive at the vet. We got to our appointment 5 minutes late but I did call the office on the way to inform them and was told it was not an issue. When we arrived, I was told that I could leave my dog there or come back in a few hours because there was no doctor on site since this was their lunch time. I explained that he was on trazodone, waiting for a few hours would mean the meds would wear off and leaving him there alone would increase his aversion to vet visits! The woman who “helped” me was indignant and could care less that I had drugged my dog for no reason since he couldn’t be seen. She didn’t even offer an apology as a courtesy. Rather, when I asked why he was scheduled for a time when the doctor wouldn’t be in the office when I made it clear he would have to be drugged and doesn’t do well with the visits all she said was “I don’t know since I wasn’t on the other end of that phone call”. Find a vet who values your business enough to hire front desk people who care about and value your time!

posted: 08/12/2023