McConnell Veterinary Services

4.9 (61)
4444 Scotts Valley Dr #2, Scotts Valley, CA 95066, USA

Hours:

Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM

Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM

Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM

Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM

Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM

Saturday: Closed

Sunday: Closed

How to Save Money at McConnell Veterinary Services

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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Heidi Hart

Thank you McConnell Vet! Ty and his staff are always so friendly, comforting and accommodating. They are gentle and patient with all of my dogs. He takes the time to carefully examine and properly diagnose at every visit. His staff makes sure to promptly remind us of any upcoming appointments, necessary vaccinations and fits us in sometimes even on the same day of calling! We have always felt very cared for here and hope their office is around forever. Ty is extremely experienced and clearly loves what he does. We feel very blessed our animals are cared for in this special office full of love and knowledge. Love from Savannah, Callie and Cash.

posted: 09/20/2022

Jessica Victorino

We have been using Ty McConnell, since 2010 at the recommendation of my in-laws, aunts, friends etc, when looking for a Vet that would come to your home.  Dr. McConnell and his staff have been nothing but amazing, since then.  They have been with us through all the ups and low low downs, that pet parents have to go through.  They have gone above in beyond when things have been urgent, Dr. McConnell even met us on Saturday when our beloved cat had to unexpectedly cross the rainbow bridge.  We had an emergency situation come up this past spring and Dr. McConnell and Kelly worked with us to help set up a payment plan for the unexpected cost, always helping and advising us on the fee and costs.  Every time I call, they are always, so cheery and happy, know our "kids" names right off the top of their head.   We cannot recommend Dr. McConnell or his amazing office staff enough.  Thank you for all that you do!  -The Victorino Family

posted: 09/15/2022

Jennifer Ledford

My husband and I started bringing our animals to Dr. McConnell in 2018 when we moved to the SC Mountains. At the time we had three senior dogs and one of them has a VERY complicated medical history. His office was able to offer us the type of care and support our animals needed and still need today. Dr. McConnell is a wise and seasoned doctor with an intelligent and kind staff. He is practical, the billing is always fair, and I trust this practice one hundred percent. They love their patients and were there for us every step of the way when our Standard Poodle passed. We are always grateful for their loving compassion and how hard they work to serve the community. We couldn't imagine going anywhere else!

posted: 09/22/2022

Courtney Reif

Knowledgeable and compassionate vet. Minimally invasive. Took great care managing chronic health issues with my senior cat up until his passing, and has been so helpful with several unfortunate foxtail incidents over the summer with my dog. Staff is wonderful and very kind. Prices are very reasonable. Would recommend to anyone.

posted: 10/15/2020

Eva-Marie Tordoff

Dr. McConnell has be my veterinarian for over 30 years. To say the least, we've been through it all with him. Dr. McConnell is intelligent, intuitive, has vast experience and is extremely compassionate; I trust him completely with my animal's care. McConnell Veterinary Service staff are wonderful, kind and compassionate folks that have always made me (and my dogs) feel welcome and comfortable. Communication is clear and the billing process is easy and flexible. Additionally, the staff takes the time to inform me about rebate programs to help off set the prescription fees. Prescriptions refills are easily and questions for the staff or doctor are address in a timely way. Dr. McConnell, Kelly, Charlyn and Diana are professionals and have always treated me and my pets with dignity and respect. I'm grateful for all that they do.

posted: 09/20/2022