Red Rowan : Dr. Megan Bamford
4.9 (32) 10180 Stonehurst Ave, Sun Valley, CA 91352, USAHours:
How to Save Money at Red Rowan : Dr. Megan Bamford
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:
| 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.
Thinking of insuring your pet?
Get Quotes & CompareGetting 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
She helped with a treatment for my dog's hip problems and a pulled muscle on my other dog. She also treats large animals and will recommend holistic treatments or house hold items if possible. She's friendly and so great.
posted: 05/05/2018
Dr Bamford is an "old fashioned" veterinarian. You spend your whole visit with her. She doesn't just dash in for 5 minutes between veterinary assistants. Dr Bamford is very knowledgeable and very caring. My dog doesn't even mind going to her office. She has been doing an exemplary job of supervising hospice care for my extremely elderly dog. Quality of life is paramount. A few pills the keep him comfortable, diet and exercise to suit his changing needs. No unnecessary and scary/painful treatments. I wouldn't consider going to anyone else.
posted: 10/23/2019
If you're lucky enough to become a client here (they don't overbook, no waiting for your appointment in the waiting room, so they don't always take new clients), you will come here for the rest of your life. I have been bringing dogs here for over twenty years. Not only has Dr. Bamford saved some of my dogs' lives, she has prolonged their lives with quality, adding years. I also run a rescue organization, so I have brought dozens of animals here, and I can say after years of going to many vets before I found Dr. Bamford, she is the best diagnostician I have ever seen. She always figures it out. She is gentle, compassionate, brilliant, available and amazing. I hope she works until she's 100, I never want to go anywhere else.
posted: 10/21/2017
Dr. Bamford is the best vet that I have come across. I have had dogs for years and it wasn't until a local vet in Highland Park ruined my dog's eyelid that I needed to search for someone that was not only competent and compassionate but also, knowledgeable about alternative medicine and preventative care. I will not go to anyone else - I don't trust anyone else. Her clinic is like no other. Instead of a cold sterile room with a metal table, and the smell of harsh chemicals trying to flush out the last animals scent, she receives the pets by coming down to them on the floor in a non-threatening way to help relieve fear. The room is non threatenting for your pets, wooden floor, carpet and it has all the barn yard smells. She is also very calm, gentle, and compassionate. I love the fact that you can be in the room with your pet during the examination and treatment. Dr. Bamford is very explicit and detailed about her diagnosis. She is very patient in answering your questions and listening to your concerns. Unlike other vets who's time is measured and sometimes dismiss your concerns. And the other great thing is that your appointment is always honored. None of that 1 hour wait or longer. The most I have had to wait is 5 to 10 minutes! She is the best! I will never take my dogs to anyone else - I feel very fortunate!
posted: 07/31/2016
Who ever heard of dogs being happy to go to the vet? Mine are! Dr. Bamford is kind, calm and knowledgeable. She answers questions and asks good questions, like about nutrition and environment. We "tweak" their diet to suit particular situations. She uses holistic methods whenever possible, and when having to use something else will give homeopathic remedies to help detoxify the medicine that was used. Though each dog has gotten a couple of shots in this office, they don't realize that they did. There was no pain or force. One of the dogs decided to show off a skill she had learned (crawling) and got hearty praise from Dr. Bamford. My dogs and I are always comfortable in this office. They get an extra treat of being able to see the horses, donkeys and mules that live there.
posted: 06/29/2017