High Plains Veterinary Hospital

4.8 (641)
4007 Tutt Blvd, Colorado Springs, CO 80922, USA

Hours:

Monday: 7:30 AM – 6:30 PM

Tuesday: 7:30 AM – 6:30 PM

Wednesday: 7:30 AM – 6:30 PM

Thursday: 7:30 AM – 6:30 PM

Friday: 7:30 AM – 6:30 PM

Saturday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Sunday: Closed

How to Save Money at High Plains Veterinary 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 5,697
4.9 Embrace 10,255
4.9 Fetch 174
4.4 Figo 587
4.7 Hartville 164
4.9 Healthy Paws 7,475
4.9 Lemonade 781
3.2 ManyPets 11
4.6 MetLife 424
4.8 Nationwide 21,391
4.3 Pet Assure 12
4.7 PetPartners 98
4.5 Pets Best 7,194
4.3 Pumpkin 54
4.7 Spot 160
4.8 Trupanion 55,007
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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Jeffrey Howard

The whole staff was very professional and helpful from being to end. I had to put my baby Joules down. She had cancer in her nose and it was affecting her ability to breathe. Although this was a devastating event for my family. This clinic made sure Joules went with dignity. I was given Joules' ashes in a very timely manner in an amazing decorative urn and we received a clay impression of her paw print. A few days later we received a handwritten letter from all providers who were hands-on with us expressing their condolences and how lucky Joules was to have a family like us. This is the place to take your loved ones to get the best care.

posted: 06/01/2023

Haena Choi

I brought my cat, Prime Minister Winston Purchill, here after moving to Colorado Springs. They found a broken tooth in my baby. They were able to fit him in for surgery soon after. They took such good care of my cat. They explained the costs very well. They also called a few days later to check on him as courtesy. I am glad to have chosen this vet. I will also be bringing my other cat, President Theodore Meowsevelt! Thank you, High Plains :)

posted: 03/11/2023

Amanda Mcdermith

I have been going to see this vet for a long time now and am so very impressed with this vet office, in particular Dr. Bizzul. I had a 15 year old pit bull Nala that was a treasured member of my family and Dr. Bizzul always treated her with such care and kindness and never pushed us to pay for expensive procedures for her that would not add much to her quality of life. We ended up having to put her down early this month because her quality of life was poor and it was time. Dr. Bizzul was incredibly kind and so patient with us and helped us work through that whole process. Losing my sweet Nala was the hardest thing I have ever been through and the team at High Plains made this awful and sad process easier. I will never be able to thank Dr. Bizzul enough for her gentleness and compassion at the worst moment of my life, and if you choose to bring your animals here, you will be in good hands.

posted: 07/24/2023

Esliee Rincon

Normally, your pets hate going to the vet. However, when you have staff that is kind, loving, and always willing to give you a treat, it tends to be their favorite place. This place is exceedingly friendly, gentle, and professional! They always explain the procedures, medications, and help you when you need them. I've taken Lily here for years and have always received the best service and care- definitely recommended!

posted: 07/24/2023

Heath Gram

My husband and I were in search of a new veterinarian that still showed the true love and care for animals since our last vet at Crossroads animal hospital, was completely checked out. Dr. Moore and the FULL staff exceeded all of our expectations!!! I wish I could name everyone from the front desk, vet techs, and more. Just trust me everyone at this office cares deeply on giving excellent care not only to your family pets but to us the owners!! My 12 year old yorkie who was completely put on the back burner at our last vet, was thoroughly taken care of through out her extensive dental surgery. The first time I’ve ever seen a vet go the extra mile to make sure we have the longest time with her and that she has the fullest life left!! I can’t thank you all enough on how you have made our family feel. We feel truly blessed to be apart of this amazing veterinarian hospital family now. All three of our dogs have had their annuals for 2023 at the last awful place, but after this wonderful experience with our yorkie we don’t even mind spending the extra money to get a much better and THOROUGH proper check up again with High Plains!! They too are already scheduled for new annuals with Dr. Moore for 2023 and we couldn’t feel happier to know they will get the proper check up they deserve now!!! We highly highly recommend High Plains Veterinary Hospital!!

posted: 08/04/2023