Alderbrook Pet Hospital

4.9 (97)
1533 4th St, Santa Rosa, CA 95404, USA

Hours:

Monday: 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM

Tuesday: 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM

Wednesday: 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM

Thursday: 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM

Friday: 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM

Saturday: Closed

Sunday: Closed

How to Save Money at Alderbrook Pet 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 11,411
4.9 Embrace 14,234
4.9 Fetch 2,051
4.4 Figo 2,579
4.7 Hartville 164
4.9 Healthy Paws 7,477
4.9 Lemonade 783
3.2 ManyPets 2,153
4.6 MetLife 493
4.8 Nationwide 21,393
4.3 Pet Assure 12
4.7 PetPartners 110
4.5 Pets Best 7,196
4.3 Pumpkin 1,163
4.7 Spot 5,260
4.9 Trupanion 60,297
4.8 Prudent Pet 125

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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Sacha Aponte

It took me a while to be able to write this review. Last year June, my dog was hit by a car and I needed an emergency vet. Someone recommended this clinic. When I ran in the back door with my dog in my arms, the staff immediately took her from me and rushed her into their treatment room. No questions, no hesitation. They were there to try and save my dog. They were so very kind to me, allowing me to catch m breath, cry when I needed to. Unfortunately my dog didn't make it. They kindly offered me time to sit with her as long as I needed. I was not bothered with questions about bills and the ability to pay. I was lucky to have friends there with me, but the staff at Alderbrook was incredibly kind and supportive. I ended up taking her home to bury her. But I'm forever grateful to them for trying to save her.

posted: 04/15/2023

iTz Rew

All the staff there are great. Dr hart is honestly amazing she is very skilled. She has done surgery's in the past that left no scar of any kind and can tell they just had to been done with extra care. I brought my cat in to her that other vets said the only answer is put him down and by the look of him I'd say I can't blame them I was really feeling it was his time as tuff as that is but something told me I needed to see what dr hart thinks. My cat boo boo is his name has kidney cancer so we were sure this was the reason he wasn't walking/eating really at all he looked bad. But dr hart had a enough experience and understanding that this could be more then that going on so in short we ended up treating for a infection and it quite literally brought him back to life. He is still running around today happy as ever and I know if I was not lucky enough to crossed paths with dr hart this would not be the case today so u can maybe understand how I feel about her. My dog Lucy is scared of slippery floors even though the floors there are not that slippery they could tell she was uncomfortable so they brought out a mat for her to walk on. Lucy and I guess myself as well also have separation anxiety and they let me stay by her side the whole time witch really made the experience so much better for all of us. The extra steps they take for my situation couldn't be more appreciated and their care for your animas is top notch. 10 out of 10 for sure I love these people.

posted: 08/31/2023

Heather Wenzel

The vets, techs, and really all the staff here give compassionate care and make me feel like my babies are in great hands. They're wonderful with nervous pets, both in demeanor and with advice to help them learn not to be so scared. I love that they offer "happy visits" to help my puppy know they're friendly and the vet is a good place to visit. I also appreciate the upfront communication on cost for needed procedures that come with a detailed breakdown of why the cost might vary.

posted: 01/17/2023

Alyson Dorr

We love Dr. Melissa Hart! Everyone was wonderful each step of the way and we are so happy to have found a place we trust to care for our golden retriever.

posted: 07/09/2023

Janine Ahlers-Scott

The entire staff has be so incredibly knowledgable, helpful, compassionate and generous to all our furry family members. They are simply the best.

posted: 08/07/2023