Sweetwater Veterinary Clinic

4.8 (182)
33324 Agua Dulce Canyon Rd, Santa Clarita, CA 91390, USA

Hours:

Monday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Thursday: 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Friday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Saturday: 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Sunday: Closed

How to Save Money at Sweetwater Veterinary Clinic

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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Devon Bloore

This is the best veterinarian experience I’ve ever had. Everyone is so nice and accommodating. It seems like they really care about your pets. My dog was a little nervous and everyone spent a lot of time making sure he felt comfortable. I highly recommend.

posted: 09/04/2023

Sarah Clifford

I am very impressed with the quality of the vets and professionalism at Sweetwater. Dr. Ruppert really impressed me with his many years of experience and friendly demeanor. Dr. Conn is a wonderful, highly skilled, large animal vet that uses fear free techniques. I think her kindness and patience is incredibly refreshing! Their prices are a touch higher than the clinics in the AV but you're also getting a much higher caliber of skills and experience so it's totally worth it.

posted: 02/02/2023

Robin Whitt

I really liked my kitties doctor. She made me feel that no matter what the problem was , she would work with me and keep in my budget! I haven’t experienced this at any other vet anywhere. I live in Palmdale and will drive there now for any needs my animals have. Thank you!

posted: 09/01/2023

Robin Josephson

We have a tale of two dogs, two vet offices , and two completely different experiences. Both our large dogs got bitten by a rattlesnake.First time. Because of established care, one went to Sweetwater and the other went to a vet in Palmdale. Sweetwater treated our boy with so much care and compassion. I called as soon as it happened, they had me come right into the office. When I got there the paperwork was ready, we went straight into an examine room, and got down to business with the anti venom. We left him there the day for treatment. At pick up, they took the time to walk me through his stay, what to watch for, and his meds. I was late, and they stayed anyway and did not rush us out. Our girl had a horrible experience at the Palmdale vet, did not receive pain meds for home, and more. That is for their review. Going to separate vets was my doing, when I arrived at Sweetwater they told me I could bring her in too, but our girl was already more than half way to the other vet. Since time was a factor we didn't change our plan. Wish we had!!! Needless to say we are taking both to Sweetwater for follow up care and all future care. We are never going back to that other place. I really like this vet. The times i have been there they are nice to people and pets. They did not try to sell me more procedures or tests. Other vets have done that. The price comparison for the two vets in this instance was comparable. We paid a little less at sweetwater and got a world of difference in care.

posted: 07/29/2023

Teri G

Sweetwater Vet is friendly and caring . They are also well organized and professional . I was kept very well updated regarding my upcoming ranch visit appointment. Dr. Conn was so empathetic and kind during a very hard time regarding my pony. I can’t thank her and Sweetwater Vet enough .

posted: 05/21/2023