PetMed Veterinary Urgent Care

5 (20 reviews)
3940 Broad St Suite 6, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401, 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 PetMed Veterinary Urgent Care

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 PetMed Veterinary Urgent Care? 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.

Top Pet Insurance Providers of 2026
Rating Provider Total Review
4.8 Adoro 19
4.5 AKC 1,801
4.4 ASPCA 12,227
4.9 Embrace 19,970
4.9 Fetch 5,909
4.1 Figo 2,868
4.4 Hartville 183
4.9 Healthy Paws 11,371
4.8 Lemonade 833
4.6 ManyPets 2,416
4.7 MetLife 11,221
4.8 Nationwide 25,693
3.9 Pet Assure 15
4.3 PetPartners 121
4.9 Pets Best 15,328
4.8 Prudent Pet 2,865
4.7 Pumpkin 3,539
4.6 Spot 11,570
4.9 Trupanion 55,033

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

20 reviews

I cannot say enough good things about Dr. Ethan McEnroe and his staff. My Oliver was not well, we didn't know what was wrong as it was not his normal Frenchie issues. Sadly it was a mass on his small intestine and Dr. Ethan did emergency surgery the next am. It was complicated but he did such a fine job that my Oliver is recovering very well. Dr, Ethan has checked in with us many times and has been so informative about everything. Cancer is the big concern now and he has gone above and beyond helping navigate our somewhat complicated situation. I have been so grateful and impressed with his help and compassion. My boy is now 8 days post surgery and improving daily, in fact he is being a bit ornery which is a great sign. Next we face oncology but with the excellent support from Dr. Ethan we are headed in the right direction although praying for a miracle. Pic is of my boy Oliver that they sent me post surgery. Update- NO CANCER!!!! Best call ever from Dr. Ethan.. I think he was as surprised as we were..

Aug 17, 2023

Thanks to Dr. Ethan and his wonderful staff our beloved bird was saved and is now doing well. The clinic is brand new and beautiful. Our community really needed an urgent care veterinarian. If your animal is injured or suddenly ill and your usual vet can't give you an appointment for days or weeks it is such a relief to know this clinic is here. And such a great bonus that they treat chickens and other birds as well as dogs and cats. Thank you!

Sep 1, 2023

Dr. Ethan fit us in within 30 minutes after I called. He was caring, attentive and took our Shih Tzu Bailey’s treatment step by step, being conservative but effective with treatment recommendations. He took pictures to show me and after treatment and discharge, followed up well after hours a day later to see how she was doing. And we have a follow up appt. in a week. He is better than most vets I’ve seen over the years. I also loved how he wanted to run his opinion by his colleague who specializes in her specific urgent situation, just to be sure he was giving us the most expert path for healing. 5 stars! Can I give 10? - Jody Bayliss

Jun 9, 2023

We are very grateful that we took Lily, our 9yo pocket beagle, to be treated by Dr. McEnroe. He and his staff were very caring and I would recommend the Petmed Urgent Care for anyone in need of urgent care and ongoing care for their pet. We were on vacation and needed immediate care. Dr McEnroe assessed and diagnosed the issue, provided the appropriate medications for Lily. If we lived in SLO or surrounding communities, he would be our veterinarian.

Jun 9, 2023

We received truly amazing service and care. Dr. Ethan is a fantastic communicator and vet. He explained thoroughly, yet in a way we could understand, all that was going on with our cat. He explained the pros and cons of all our options and did a great job diagnosing and nursing our cat back to health. Also the clinic was clean! We highly recommend PetMed Urgent Care!

Jul 28, 2023