Trident Veterinary Hospital

5 (40 reviews)
12265 Scripps Poway Pkwy #107, Poway, CA 92064, USA

Hours

Monday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Tuesday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Wednesday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Thursday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Friday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Saturday Closed Sunday Closed

How to Save on Veterinary Costs at Trident Veterinary Hospital

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 Trident 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.

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4.5 AKC 1,801
4.4 ASPCA 12,226
4.9 Embrace 19,970
4.9 Fetch 5,900
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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
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4.9 Pets Best 15,326
4.8 Prudent Pet 2,864
4.7 Pumpkin 3,533
4.6 Spot 11,560
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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

5

40 reviews

I want to highly recommend Dr. Ashbaugh and Trident Veterinary Hospital. I first met Dr. Ashbaugh when we had two golden retrievers 16 years ago. We had just moved to San Diego and I went to a few different places before I found Dr Ashbaugh. He is the most kind, patient, thorough, and calm vet I’ve ever met. I always had several questions about my fur babies and he would take the time to explain in detail the answers or the options I had. We went through a lot throughout their lifetime- everything from chronic ear infections, elbow dysplasia, hip dysphasia, arthritis, pain management, torn ACL, bladder infections, etc. I followed him as he moved to a few different clinics before learning that he had finally opened his own practice. I couldn’t be more excited for him, and all the clients in the area that will benefit from having his clinic in the Poway area. Trident is new, clean, and state of the art. Their prices are very affordable. Everyone who works there is so friendly, and they treat you and your pets like family. It is very hard to find a trustworthy vet you are comfortable with for your beloved pets, and I know you will be just as pleased as I am! I drive from Carmel Valley to this clinic, and I’d drive further if I had to. Thank you so much for taking such great care of our animals!

Sep 30, 2024

Love Trident Veterinary Hospital! Everyone there is so kind and professional - Dr. Ashbaugh is incredibly knowledgeable. They have a designated cat exam room designed to make cats feel more comfortable, and my cat loved it! There is no one I would trust more with my pets!

Nov 13, 2024

Dr Ashbaugh has been my veterinarian since 2007. I have followed him most places and couldn’t be more excited that he’s opened his own practice. Trident is state of the Art, modern, bright, clean, and the staff are all warm, personable and welcoming. Dr Ashbaugh has many years of experience and is so wonderful with my dogs. I have pitbulls and us pitbull owners are particular in choosing our Vet. He has always help guide me to make the right decisions. He’s shown me empathy and compassion when I sadly had to say goodbye to 2 of my dogs Sampson and Maya. I have so much trust and faith in him. You can’t go wrong with trusting your pets in his capable hands. Rocco and Bowie thank him and Maya and Sampson loved him. 🌈

Oct 9, 2024

I was delighted and impressed by the entire staff at Trident Veterinary Hospital. The minute I stepped in the door the receptionist was so friendly and remembered the text conversations that we had the week prior and had already had a chart with the information that I had given to her prior. Dr. Ashbaugh was amiable, knowledgeable, and professional and truly listened to me including the type of medical I prefer holistic and medical. He enlightened me with the stats and recommendations and let me decide with the medical information or read and digest. He showed me the entire operation introduced me to the rest of the back operation and let me stay with my dog as they treated her. Of course, everyone gave her a treat including a special treat she had never had. I have never had such a transparent, professional, and friendly experience at any other vet.

Nov 26, 2024

Trident is the only place I'll take my dog! My little dog is a rescue and very fearful, but he is completely calm with Dr. Ashbaugh and his team. The entire clinic is very new, clean and spacious, and the front desk people are always helpful. I am impressed with how Dr. Ashbaugh clearly shares information and presents alternatives. He takes his time and answers all my (many!) questions. It is obvious that Dr. Ashbaugh and the others in his office really love dogs. They have been an amazing resource for me in keeping my dog healthy physically and mentally. I can't recommend this place enough. In fact, I have three other vets just a couple miles from my home, but I drive up from San Diego because we really trust The Trident Vet team.

Oct 3, 2024