Carbon Valley Veterinary Clinic
4.2 (221) 101 Grant Ave, Firestone, CO 80520, USAHours:
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 Carbon Valley Veterinary Clinic
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 4.5 | AKC | 1,797 |
| 4.5 | ASPCA | 12,110 |
| 4.9 | Embrace | 19,782 |
| 4.9 | Fetch | 5,395 |
| 4.1 | Figo | 2,832 |
| 4.5 | Hartville | 179 |
| 4.9 | Healthy Paws | 11,065 |
| 4.8 | Lemonade | 822 |
| 4.6 | ManyPets | 2,413 |
| 4.7 | MetLife | 8,691 |
| 4.8 | Nationwide | 24,878 |
| 3.9 | Pet Assure | 15 |
| 4.3 | PetPartners | 121 |
| 4.9 | Pets Best | 8,936 |
| 4.8 | Pumpkin | 3,142 |
| 4.6 | Spot | 10,938 |
| 4.9 | Trupanion | 55,032 |
| 4.8 | Prudent Pet | 2,694 |
| 4.4 | Adoro | 5 |
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
They were great! You can tell the staff here really do love the animals brought in. They took good care of our new pup and had a puppy gift bag. I will be continuing to bring my pretty Penny here.
posted: 09/17/2024
Dog dental appointment went very well. The dog did great. Staff are super nice. Reasonably priced.
posted: 04/14/2024
Always feel welcome. Our pets are always attending to with calm caring treatments. I don't mind driving from N. Longmont to get this exceptional experience.
posted: 08/30/2024
Edited to add: the vet chased a preconceived notion of what was happening to my dog. I completely understood their diagnostics and expected her to actually investigate what was happening to my dog. When I had to come back because she had it wrong, they tried to charge for another office visit. The front desk readily removed that charge. Unfortunately this place still hasn't changed. I took my dog in and they were chasing a non existent foxtail up his nose. I'm paraphrasing - "they were looking for one because they felt that it was common." They put my dog under light sedation to put the scope back in his nose to see what was going on. They completely missed the fact he actually has a large tumor up there. I told them his symptoms which are the most common for nasal cancer. They said - "eh, a little inflammation", and the Dr thought the nonexistent foxtail was working it's way out of his system. So they put him on antibiotics and anti inflammatory drugs. I bring him back about 2 weeks later because it's worse. I told them about a small puncture he had there and that it wasn't a fox tail. Then they find an oronasal fistula but still missed the fact there was a tumor, which most likely caused what they found. They did a scope, X-rays, and other dental photos during these two visits. And they tried charging me for another office visit the second time. LOL. Never again. It was that bad. When confronted, they deflect and justify.
posted: 08/18/2024
One of my dogs was seen at this vet twice (should have only been once). First, the receptionist did not remember or even write down my information, because whenever I called, she would always forget. Second, I asked for the vet who saw my dog (Murphy) to call me, so that we could get on the same page regarding my dog’s needs. The vet never called me. Not sure if the vet was busy, or the receptionist forgot (again). Also, I’m not a vet and don’t claim to know everything, but I do know that heart worm is a pretty serious sickness when contracted by a dog. I don’t understand why the vet would option a heart worm test and treatment.
posted: 04/15/2024