Vetco Total Care

4.2 (45)
8974 Trautwein Rd, Riverside, CA 92508, 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 – 6:00 PM

Sunday: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM

How to Save Money at Vetco Total Care

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 11,411
4.9 Embrace 14,234
4.9 Fetch 2,051
4.4 Figo 2,579
4.7 Hartville 164
4.9 Healthy Paws 7,477
4.9 Lemonade 783
3.2 ManyPets 2,153
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 5,260
4.9 Trupanion 60,297
4.8 Prudent Pet 125

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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Rudy Velasquez

I had an appointment at 8:30 am and didn't get seen until 10. Once they saw me it still took a while before they took her in. Once they took her in it was about a ten minute process and they are definitely cheaper than most options. My cat might of not kept awake but she's a real trooper.

posted: 02/15/2023

Shawn O

Your staff was nice and the office was clean. However, over $200 for an obvious ear infection is way too much. Our dogs are family. I know you are a business, but it feels less like family medicine and more like how much can we charge these people. For example, $5.99 materials and supplies charge when my appointment used neither materials or supplies. I was told we have to charge everyone that. You are taking home a $41 bottle of medicine, therefore you have to pay that fee. Really? Increase the cost of the meds then. Overall, I was disappointed with the visit.

posted: 06/08/2023

Lynne Xu

I received a call less than an hour before my appointment time, stating that the hospital was 2 hours behind, and asking me to reschedule. I agreed to reschedule, but did not receive a confirmation email and/or text. To clear up the confusion and to confirm, I called back 30 minutes before the original appointment time, they say that I did not get rescheduled, and I can come in for the original time. Due to the last minute notice and departure, I asked if I can be late for 10-15 minutes for leeway, they rejected. Then I asked if 5 minutes is okay since Google maps said that I should arrive right on time. They went to confirm for a few minutes, and said yes. I left immediately. When I was driving there, I received a text to confirm my rescheduled appointment time. Due to the last minute notice and rush hour traffic, I turned into the plaza 10 minutes late, and received a text stating that I should reschedule. I figured to walk in and ask if seeing my pet was possible. The hospital was empty, and seemed like closing before the closing hour, which it does not match with the statement of them being 2 hours behind. My pet was only seen due to the fact that she was there for a second vaccine shot, I didn't have the opportunity to have a fully conversation to ask abouty concern, and everything seemed very rushed.

posted: 04/28/2023

Mari Ram

Our kitties were brought inside for their vaccine and physical exam right on schedule. Nurses and doctor handled our babies with care and let us be with them for their physical; this was very important for us because our babies are not sociable and feel fear and stressed with strangers around. The visit was very fast. Our appointments were 8 & 8:15 am and we're out at 8:40 am.

posted: 04/27/2023

Sarah Brock

Staff was very professional helpful outgoing honest and friendly great personalities I even want to work there as a receptionist but I don't know if they'll accept me being in a wheelchair lol...great dr

posted: 08/04/2023