Fire Mountain Veterinary Hospital

4.6 (233)
613 Crouch St, Oceanside, CA 92054, USA

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: Closed

How to Save Money at Fire Mountain 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 11,392
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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Abby O’Brien

7/2023: Updating… we have 2 new puppies and took them in to FMV immediately. Dr. Sarah was great. Spent additional time discussing helpful hints to help our 14 year old dog accept the pups. Always professional staff. 6/2022: we’ve been coming here for about 5 years since relocating from the OC. Recently one of our dogs was in full heart failure and needed to be put down. The employees were wonderful. There was no rush on the day we scheduled and they made sure it was what was best for our dog. Although a very sad moment for our family the employees were truly compassionate. We opted for the private cremation and the company they use did a wonderful job. The pick up process was pleasant and the remains were beautifully presented with a mold of the paw and a small jar of his fur. We also received a handwritten card about a week after the apt. Such a helpful way to grieve. Thank you Fire Mountain Vets.

posted: 08/17/2023

Rene Lopez

Truly appreciate the care and concern from the entire staff. They made us feel comfortable and thoroughly explained the procedures for our dog. Highly recommend!

posted: 07/19/2023

Aydee Martinez

I am not a customer here but due to adopting/fostering from SPOT I was able to meet the staff and they seem like they're very friendly. The place is very clean and the staff is very caring for what I noticed. My adopted child (dog) and my foster child (dog) got treated here and they have not shown any complications after their surgeries. I did had to call and request my baby's vaccine history and the lady who answered the phone was very polite, friendly and sent the documents right after we hung up.

posted: 12/23/2021

Laura B

Great place. My 17 yr old dog was having seizures & I took him in. It wasn't good news. His organs were shutting down. I was told the humane thing for him was euthanasia, because he was dying. I cried & cried. I don't believe I have the right to take a life. They stayed with me for over an hour talking to me & explaining everything. I still couldn't do it. They let me stay with Hunter in the family room for 1.5 more hrs, checking on us the whole time. Finally, I could see that his consciousness was gone & his body was shutting down. I said ok..I was holding him & crying while they comforted me..they helped me to understand that I wasn't Killing him..I was letting him go to have peace..They were so kind & caring. I couldn't have asked for better treatment in such a tragic situation. I adopted him from the Kill List in a Shelter 15 yrs ago.. It was Dr Andy & I think, the office manager..

posted: 08/05/2022

Celina Bazinet

I got my appointment time wrong and accidentally showed up 2 hours early but they still made time for my boy. Super friendly staff. Fair prices.

posted: 05/27/2023