Connecticut Feline Medicine and Surgery
4.9 (59) 96 Connecticut Blvd, East Hartford, CT 06108, USAHours:
Monday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 12:00 – 2:00 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at Connecticut Feline Medicine and Surgery
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 | 893 |
| 4.5 | ASPCA | 11,960 |
| 4.9 | Embrace | 19,158 |
| 4.9 | Fetch | 26,731 |
| 4.2 | Figo | 2,719 |
| 4.5 | Hartville | 175 |
| 4.9 | Healthy Paws | 10,321 |
| 4.9 | Lemonade | 808 |
| 4.6 | ManyPets | 2,421 |
| 4.3 | MetLife | 1,734 |
| 4.8 | Nationwide | 21,412 |
| 4.1 | Pet Assure | 14 |
| 4.4 | PetPartners | 116 |
| 4.3 | Pets Best | 13,410 |
| 4.7 | Pumpkin | 1,886 |
| 4.6 | Spot | 8,781 |
| 4.9 | Trupanion | 61,499 |
| 4.8 | Prudent Pet | 2,103 |
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
I've brought my cats here for about ten years, and and I can't recommend them enough. Dr. Miller and staff (I'm most familiar with Summer, who is wonderful, and everyone we've seen there over the years was great) have always been so kind and compassionate. Many years ago I had some not great experiences at a different vet with my first cat, but I just thought that was normal and kept taking her to the same place her whole life. When Longfellow came into my life and we started going to CT Feline, the difference in care and service was incredible. Dr. Miller noticed that when his previous owners had him declawed, it left bone shards in his toes that were causing him pain. The operation to remove them was such a relief--you could tell it really improved his quality of life. Evie joined the family later, and everyone at CT Feline has been great at dealing with Evie and Longfellow's very pronounced personalities. As devastating as it was losing Longfellow to cancer, it was comforting knowing he was in such good hands. Evie and I are moving too far away to keep coming to CT Feline, but I hope we're lucky enough to find another place like this!
posted: 08/21/2024
High quality care at this veterinarian! They only service cats and are extremely knowledgeable about feline care. They make sure your kitty is as comfortable as possible and they do not rush anything. They will exhaust all possible solutions to help your kitty with any ailments. I only wish that they lived closer to me. I drive my kitty 45 minutes to an hour to bring her here and that's because it's worth it. I have 100% trust in the staff at CT Feline. Highly recommend!
posted: 12/10/2018
I recently adopted a 9 year old cutie named Elvis. He started to have some issues with vomiting and hairballs, and so I decided to take the recommendation of a family friend to book an appointment with CT Feline Medicine and Surgery. The staff were able to schedule him within 2 days for an appointment, and were very flexible with my work schedule. When I arrived at the office, the staff greeted Elvis before even greeting me! They cared so much about making the environment right for him. I was blown away at how amazing this team was - absolutely fantastic! I have never experienced such personalized care - the vet tech took her time to get to know Elvis, and truly cared about getting the details of his medical history correct. In addition to the 30 minutes the Vet Tech, Summer, spent with Elvis, all of us, (Dr. Haining, Summer, Elvis and myself) sat on the floor for nearly 45 minutes to make Elvis feel comfortable while we talked about his medical issues. I cannot express how pleased I was with the amazing service this team provided. Hands down, the best customer service experience I have ever had. I would HIGHLY recommend!
posted: 10/23/2017
Dr. Miller and her staff are so caring and dedicated. Dr. Miller worked relentlessly to help treat our cat for months as she battled cancer, even accommodating emergency appointments. When we unfortunately had to say goodbye, even the administrative staff came in to say goodbye to our girl because they also loved her so much. Dr. Miller and her team have also helped to keep one of our other family cats well and shes about to be 20!
posted: 02/19/2024
If I could write a novel, I would. Dr. Miller and her team are so knowledgeable, caring, and just truly genuine people. I never felt like a number there, my girl was just as important to them as she was to me. I brought my kitty to CT Feline for checkups and routine visits starting when she was about 9 and they saw her up until she passed at 15. Although loosing a pet is the worst experience, they made me feel so cared about and walked me through the process every step of the way when she was sick. I watched her team stay after hours and contact me late at night just to make sure I was well informed and my girl was well taken care of. I can not speak highly enough of this group, if you have the chance to have your kitties taken care of here, you will not regret it. Amazing people who love kitties just as much as me. ❤️
posted: 09/23/2023
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