Simon Veterinary Surgical

4.5 (50)
14302 Ventura Blvd, Sherman Oaks, CA 91423, USA

Hours:

Monday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM

Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM

Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM

Thursday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM

Friday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM

Saturday: Closed

Sunday: Closed

How to Save Money at Simon Veterinary Surgical

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 11,414
4.9 Embrace 14,242
4.9 Fetch 2,055
4.4 Figo 2,580
4.7 Hartville 164
4.9 Healthy Paws 7,477
4.9 Lemonade 783
3.2 ManyPets 2,156
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 5,275
4.9 Trupanion 60,301
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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Megan Parsons

Dr Simon is so knowledgeable. She and her staff were the only ones to come forward to help save our two week old rescue kittens from a life threatening congenital condition. Nathan took my call on a weekend while at a wedding. I was panicking and he was able to give me a sense of reassurance that they could not only save the babies, but do it for $10,000 less than we had been quoted at VCA, yet VCA wasn’t even sure if they would be willing to perform the surgery needed. They seem to care more about money. Nathan put me at ease, and I knew I was in good hands. Pun intended as our kitten they saved is named Hands :) I trust Dr. Simon more than I would any emergency vet. We care so deeply for our babies and our rescue babies, and I see the same care from Dr. Simon and her staff. Thank you Nathan, thank you Dr. Simon. We will always turn to you for the honest and knowledgeable level of care you’ve provided us. ♥️

posted: 08/14/2023

Olivia Mitchell

Nathan at Simon Vet Surgical has been kind to my dog Ruby in two procedures now- a luxating patella and a tooth removal. He’s prompt, efficient, and helped me with insurance claims too. Not to mention their flat fee pricing including prescription drugs is super competitive. Love it!

posted: 07/15/2023

Alyssa Hartman

What can I say except this place is amazing and I'm so grateful for them. I just had a very large mass removal done on my dog Rowan yesterday. It was fast growing and we kept getting the run around everywhere we went. They quoted me over the phone for free. I'd already paid out $800 on consults & tests at other places that went nowhere. It was a flat rate $5,000 cheaper than the previous surgical center quoted me. They called me part way through and alleviated my fears and let me know she was doing well. That her "friend" was gone and they didn't think she'd miss it lol. The humor was appreciated. Let me know she had some dental issues that they could take care of but wasn't not pushy about it or make me feel bad I couldn't afford it right now. Said we could biopsy the mass but also wasn't pushy about it. I'll be bringing my animals here any time they need surgery because you guys did so great. Even gave anxiety meds because coming out of anesthesia is really difficult for your fur baby. I've never had a vet offer that and it shows they go above and beyond for the comfort of your pet.

posted: 03/10/2023

Cryselda C

This review is long overdue. I can’t thank Dr. Simon and her crew enough. She has performed two successful TPLO surgeries and one plate removal surgery for my boy Baloo. She even took the time to talk me through instructions for his care on a holiday weekend when they were closed. A special thank you to Elma, hope I spelled that right, for always relaying important information and helping me feel comfortable with the process. Baloo obviously wasn’t thrilled about going in for checkups. But with time, he was visibly more comfortable in her care. Going through this surgery process was definitely less stressful because of the care and time they gave. I could call anytime I had a question and they’d gladly check him out to make sure his recovery was going well. The rehab therapy instructions provided were also a huge plus. The rehab work is on the owner so I appreciate them going as far as to have it all laid out week by week and even providing videos on their website so we can see how to properly perform the exercises. I’ve recommended Dr. Simon to friends and clients and will continue to do so. Thank you again. My boy is back to strutting around because of you.

posted: 02/08/2023

Ray Delgado

Top-notch service at an affordable price! I was really fretting about how expensive TPLO surgeries were at the few SoCal vets I checked out before I found Simon Vet. They were considerably cheaper and it was great to know that my dog would be cared for at a place that specializes in these type of surgeries. The staff was fantastic and walked me through the whole process and after-care very carefully and my dog Bryce was on his feet in due time. He ended up injuring his other leg a few months later and I went back to Simon Vet again knowing he'd be in great hands. They once again handled him with ease and got us right in. Bryce is now back on his feet and happier than ever. I highly recommend this place!

posted: 07/31/2023