Animal Hospital of Redondo Beach

4.8 (193)
820 Torrance Blvd, Redondo Beach, CA 90277, USA

Hours:

Monday: 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Thursday: 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Friday: 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Saturday: 7:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Sunday: Closed

How to Save Money at Animal Hospital of Redondo Beach

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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Albert Parks

Dr. Amini and the nurses/front desk staff are the absolute best! Our big 95 lb dog Beau has aggressive tendencies at the vet and they were so great with him and us. We really appreciate you all thank you so much!

posted: 08/12/2023

C Narvadez

My Sammy, a senior age kitty, enjoys coming in for her annual check ups. The doctors and techs are very friendly and are very accommodating to Sammy’s needs and love for tuna 😻 scheduling the appointment was easy, getting the results for Sammy’s bloodwork was easy quick (received in 2 days), and all my questions about her health were well listened to and answered.

posted: 03/23/2023

Shelley Conger

Dr Huston was excellent during my first ever appt there with both my senior rescues. She nurtured them till they calmed down. Only then did she examine them. She gave me some great tips on cleaning teeth and other items. I learned new things and I’ve had dogs for years. She’s smart, funny, congenial and very supportive. Definitely going back. In the end my pups were totally chill. 🥰🥰🥰

posted: 07/11/2022

Celeste Torres

Dr. Hotson was so knowledgeable and her vast experience was evident throughout her treatment of our lil Jack. Her services were affordable and her staff was very friendly and diligent. We avoided having to take our lil Jack to the ER thanks to this great vet ! The pics show the before & after treatment all within 4 hrs ! Thank you Dr. Hotson ❤️

posted: 12/07/2022

Gaby Webb

Hi, Anne Gaby Webb, here. All of our furry family members - for nearly 30 years -- 7 cats and 2 dogs -- have benefitted from the stellar care given by Dr. Chris Hutson and her magnificent staff. When first searching for a new veterinarian, my sister, a vet who lives out of state, recommended Dr. Hutson, remembering Dr. Hutson as the smartest one in her class at UC Davis. Best advice by sister ever gave me. Dr. Hutson has treated all of our furry buddies with her deep medical knowledge and talent, creativity, compassion and care. We have also had the pleasure of Dr. Ann Murata treating our little buddies - she's also a caring, talented vet. The entire AHORB staff - technicians, reception, nurses - are equally compassionate and always, ALWAYS are there for us - whether it be a routine vaccination or a more serious issue. We will be forever grateful that Dr. Hutson and her staff have extended the quality and length of the lives of our pets, and in doing so, added years of joy to our lives. Drs. Hutson and Murata and the entire AHORB staff treat each pet as if that pet were their own. We cannot recommend AHORB highly enough. We are so lucky to have them near were we live. Caring professionals like the AHORB staff are critical, especially in this time of the COVID19 pandemic, when many people are bringing in new pets to the family. What better way to insure that the new family members start off with the very best care they can possibly get? Team AHORB furever!

posted: 02/11/2022