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Del Mar Heights Veterinary Hospital

4.6 (95)

2626 Del Mar Heights Rd B, Del Mar, CA 92014, USA

Best Pet Insurance in Del Mar, California 2024

Hours:

Monday: 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM

Tuesday: 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM

Wednesday: 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM

Thursday: 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM

Friday: 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM

Saturday: Closed

Sunday: Closed

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How to Save Money at Del Mar Heights 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:

Top Pet Insurance Providers of 2024
Rating	Provider	Total Review
4.4	AKC	889
4.7	ASPCA	11,414
4.9	Embrace	14,242
4.9	Fetch	2,055
4.4	Figo	2,580
4.7	Hartville	164
4.9	Healthy Paws	7,477
4.9	Lemonade	783
3.2	ManyPets	2,156
4.6	MetLife	493
4.8	Nationwide	21,393
4.3	Pet Assure	12
4.7	PetPartners	110
4.5	Pets Best	7,196
4.3	Pumpkin	1,163
4.7	Spot	5,275
4.9	Trupanion	60,301
4.8	Prudent Pet	125

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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

Jessi Lemler

Best place to take your pets .. Dr Kim and staff took care of my Drama so well and loved her like she was their own .. will definitely be back and trust them to take care of my babies .. very professional and super clean facility .. Drama had a small procedure and already bald to her favorite jobs of helping with our farm We recently went back with our new litter of pups and two adult dogs and all were so happy and comfortable.. staff and dr kim were just Amazing puppies never ever cried or freaked out

posted: 08/14/2023

sandy g

Our 1 year old lab somehow got kennel cough and was vomiting. Our regular vet hospital was overbooked with emergencies (Thursday before Labor Day weekend) and suggested we take her to emergency care. I called DM Heights Vet Hospital, sort of out of desperation and trying to find a different option than the emergency hospital. The front desk personnel was extremely patient with me, and gave me appointment options, as they knew I was a bit frazzled. My husband brought our puppy in, and he also noted the wonderful front desk staff, and the wonderful care from Dr. Lauren Jackson. We were prescribed meds and happy to say that our pup was quick to respond and almost back to normal (already digging up the backyard ). We very much appreciate the care from the DM Heights Vet Hospital team! Thank you so much!

posted: 09/01/2023

Barbara

Thanks so much to Dr. Cargen, Michelle and the entire team for the incredibly professional, empathic and efficient service. No detail was spared, my animal received incredible care. This team was absolutely wonderful and I am so grateful to Dr. Cargen. Wonderful communication, compassion, and positivity. Thanks again so much!

posted: 04/26/2023

Chrystol Koempel

The staff and Dr Cargen are fantastic! They are extremely attentive and my dogs have never been happier when they go to the vet!

posted: 07/25/2023

Valerie Ryan

Dr. Cargen is an awesome Veterinarian. I appreciated her taking the time to explain things during her exam with my dog and discuss all options. She is caring and compassionate and my dog loved her. Shout out to Monica and Daniel who know us well and always make us feel welcome.

posted: 02/18/2023

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