Vetco Total Care Animal Hospital

4.2 (57)
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: Closed

How to Save Money at Vetco Total Care Animal 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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Kimberly Chick

Front staff was rude at best. Kept interrupting me when I’d try to speak. The vet told me my options with my new puppy were to force feed him or give him back. Everyone in my family is attached to this dog, he just won’t eat. Give him back because he won’t eat? I mean she was nice, but I wasn’t happy about that. They wanted expensive tests I couldn’t afford, I asked if there were ways to finance. No. Then there’s a sign that you can apply to finance right at the front desk, and says just ask an associate. The only response I got when I asked was “that’s for a separate credit card on your own.” So I didn’t apply and they didn’t get paid. I will be taking my puppy elsewhere. I will also be making sure everyone I know goes elsewhere. I have a wellness appointment scheduled for him with them, but am canceling that. The only thing I can say is that they did give me a free visit as it was my first time there. But what a shame for a first visit this is the impression I got.

posted: 02/28/2024

Raychell Croft

I came in with my sick dog. Her symptoms were runny nose and Lethargic. The Veterinarian stepped into the room told my family he has distemper. To get a test done and if it comes out negative, it could still be distemper. To then give my dog back to the shelter because it is fatal. My family was destroyed by the news. The veterinarian didn't do a throughout check on my pet. She just looked at it and gave me and my family anxiety and told us Not to adopt again for 6 months. We went to a different clinic. They informed up distemper is a real thing, but also rare. That Relieved us from our stress, the petco clinic gave us, in a matter of minutes. Fortunately for us she just had a puppy cold. Very curable. My puppy is feeling so much better and I'm glad I didn't listen to this doctor because the thought of not having my dog would hurt.

posted: 04/06/2024

yasmine montoya

I wasn’t sure if this facility was going to help my dog since the day before I took him to the emergency Vet and they didn’t fully help him!!! This facility was just amazing blew away my concerns from arriving to leaving this place was just amazing. The Girl in the front I didn’t catch her name was super nice I came early and informed that it be a while and put me and my dog in a room while we waited. The assistant/nurse/tech Julie or Julia I’m bad with names she was awesome asking me questions and getting all the correct information she explained the medication and process of what they were going to do and what my dog needed! The doctor, Dr.D was also awesome she did a FULL examination of my dog while in the room she took the time and didn’t rush. They all made me feel better that my dog was being taking care of and being treated if I had any questions or concerns that answered them all! They did more than the Emergency Vet with half the cost and care for my baby! Will definitely keep coming back to them!

posted: 11/20/2023

Elias Farias

First time coming here, wlll be coming back. Julie was amazing with my azul, very kind and helpful. Dr. D was amazing as well, making sure my boy was good. Very professional and clean

posted: 03/20/2024

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