Wiese Diane M DVM

3.5 (2)

524 N Santa Cruz Ave, Los Gatos, CA 95030, USA

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Hours:

Monday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Thursday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Friday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Saturday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Sunday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM

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How to Save Money at Wiese Diane M 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?

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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

Dan Fifer

I just moved to the area and needed to update my 5 year old yellow Lab's vaccines, so I called VCA and set-up an appointment. Over the phone I was told that because we were new to the hospital our first medical exam would be free, it wasn't (approx $60 not outrageous, but not free). When I arrived the desk staff was average, nothing to complain about, but nothing to compliment either. Then we were walked back to an exam room. The room was small, a bit run down and not exactly welcoming. When the doctor arrived, before introducing herself she began talking about doomsday scenarios because my dog has not been spayed. I am a responsible dog owner and know the risks (this wasn't my first vet visit nor my first dog). I happened to mention that I recently discovered my dog had allergies; this information sent the doc into another tirade of doomsday scenarios and expensive solutions. Finally she looked the dog over and complimented her disposition and general health. Then as she was about to leave I reminded her that we came for vaccines (apparently the doc either didn't know or had forgotten). Because my dog was in heat (actually started spotting there in the office) the doc sent the technicians into the exam room to administer the vaccines rather than taking her to the back room (makes sense). I helped one technician hold the dog down while the other administered the medicine. Some how the technician missed(?) with the first vaccine and squirted medication on my dog's fur. Finally they got the vaccines taken care and all that was left was for me to pay. So a trip that should have been a quick exam and two vaccine's took well over and hour and left me feeling uneasy about the hospital and I got the sense that if I was less experienced with dogs I might have spent well over $1000 to prevent HIGHLY unlikely doomsday scenarios. Needless to say I will not be returning.

posted: 07/12/2012