Ocean Avenue Veterinary Hospital

4.3 (592)
1001 Ocean Ave, San Francisco, CA 94112, USA

Hours:

Monday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM

Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM

Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM

Thursday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM

Friday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM

Saturday: 8:30 AM – 10:00 PM

Sunday: 8:30 AM – 10:00 PM

How to Save Money at Ocean Avenue 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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Danielle Hall

This vet was great! I was able to make an initial appointment very quickly. I like their online process for registering and submitting paperwork. The check in system is also great because you check in with a QR code and there is a TV that displays the line and you can tell them where you want to wait. It was pretty busy in the lobby, but the vet tech came out and got the process started before a room became available. Jenna was great, very friendly and kept me in the loop the whole time. Dr. Mukul Padalkar was the vet we worked with and she was great. She listened to all of my issues and concerns about my doggo, and actually addressed them. It was a decently long wait, but I would say it was worth it.

posted: 07/05/2023

Jason Lugo

I would never have thought that I would have commented on a vet hospital, but wow, what an amazing hospital. Dr. Kim went above and beyond with our Boston terrier Duncan. She was relentless to fi d out the root of his problem, and she found it. Since then she has personally called twice to check on him. We definitely found our vet and will be bringing both of our pups to Dr. Kim

posted: 08/16/2023

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I can't say enough nice things about this hospital and the staff here. I've been coming for 16 years and, I believe, 3 changes in ownership, and it's the best it's ever been. The staff are friendly and helpful, the place runs like a well- oiled machine, it's clean, and they really care for us in every sense of the word. The best part is the Drs'. clinical acumen is razor sharp and they are thorough as well. What more could you want? I've taken pets to other hospitals for convenience, and most times I wish I'd driven the extra hour from where I was, to get here and see these lovely people. I certainly believe the outcome in one case would've been successful had I done that. Watching them, I also am reminded how medicine is an art as well as a science. Thank you for your careful care. I couldn't be more grateful.

posted: 08/13/2023

Natalie Robin

Extremely happy with the same day service I received for my dog here. My 1 year old golden retriever had not been keeping her food down all day so I called them around 5pm and they said I could come in at 5:30. When I got there I was a little nervous at how busy it was but they saw my dog and treated her all in about an hour. Extremely kind and efficient staff and front desk. Thankful to have this place nearby and would definitely take my dog here again.

posted: 05/07/2023

Leah Garcia

I started bringing my dog here last year and I couldn’t be happier with the service. First of all, Dr. Kim is amazing. She’s so personable, empathetic, and I don’t know her very well but I can tell that she’s just a great human outside of work. Her and the staff always make it very clear in regards to what I will be paying for at the end of my dog’s visit. Dr. Kim is empathetic when it comes to how expensive vet care can be and really emphasizes what my dog needs at that point in time and what can wait until next time. The front desk staff and vet techs are all so sweet and friendly when it comes to check in and check out. I’ve never waited more than 5 minutes to see Dr. Kim (with an appointment of course). I’ve also never had an issue with getting an appointment in a timely manner. I’ve had nothing but good experiences here and unless I move, I will never not take my baby to Ocean Avenue Vet.

posted: 05/26/2022