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Advanced Veterinary Care of San Elijo

4.6 (64)

1691 Melrose Dr, San Marcos, CA 92078, USA

Best Pet Insurance in San Marcos, California 2024

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 – 2:00 PM

Sunday: Closed

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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.

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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

Jose Trujillo

Great Veterinary service. Took care of us like family when we had to put our dear old dog down. And gave us real great advice to make sure he did not suffer needlessly before he passed. And now they continue that care for our cat. Great place for your family pet needs.

posted: 03/29/2023

Amanda Hernandez

After 2 months of looking at different vets and their puppy packages Advanced Veterinary was hands down the way to go. The initial visit was good Onyx did great... as Weekes went by until his 2ed set of shots the team text me and keep intouch to check in. When it came time to go in my mother and I were given a paw imprint of Onxy saying welcome to the family. Only enjoys going to see the whole team:)

posted: 05/21/2022

Simon Sangpukdee

Staff was attentive and listened to our concerns regarding our pet. They handled everything with professionalism and compassion. I feel lucky our pet now has a vet team I can trust with his well-being.

posted: 05/22/2023

Katie Burk

AVC is WONDERFUL. You can tell that every staff member cares about your pet like it’s their own. The doctors are amazing and transparent about what needs to be done and what can wait.

posted: 05/19/2023

Ali Motanabbeh

Love this office and will return. Front desk lacked compassion and care in their communication style which was just slightly dissapoing but once you make it past the front desk the nurse Carley and the Doctor JoAnne Khaleel are very kind , caring , professional and patient. Been coming here for a while and I have no complaints.

posted: 03/27/2023

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