Elm Veterinary Clinic

4.8 (83 reviews)
93 Bull Hill Ln, West Haven, CT 06516, USA

Hours

Monday 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM, 2:00 – 5:00 PM Tuesday 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM, 2:00 – 5:00 PM Wednesday 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM Thursday 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM, 2:00 – 5:00 PM Friday 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM, 2:00 – 5:00 PM Saturday 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM Sunday Closed

How to Save on Veterinary Costs at Elm Veterinary Clinic

Preventive care

Routine wellness exams can help identify health issues early, often before they become more serious or expensive to treat. Regular checkups are one of the most effective ways to manage long term veterinary costs.

Compare prescription pricing

Some pet medications prescribed at veterinary clinics may also be available through local or online pharmacies. It can be helpful to compare pricing when appropriate to reduce ongoing medication costs.

Consider pet insurance

Pet insurance may help cover a portion of eligible veterinary expenses depending on the plan, including accidents, illnesses, and in some cases preventive care. Coverage details, reimbursement levels, and deductibles vary by provider.

Why Pet Insurance Information Appears on This Page

Looking for information about Elm Veterinary Clinic? This page also includes pet insurance resources to help pet parents understand how to prepare for unexpected veterinary expenses.

Veterinary care costs can vary widely depending on the type of visit, treatment, or emergency. Many pet parents explore pet insurance before they need it so they are better prepared when unexpected situations arise.

How to Choose a Pet Insurance Provider

Pet Insurance Review helps pet parents compare insurance providers using verified customer reviews and real-world experiences. Our tools make it easier to evaluate providers based on claims experience, service quality, and overall satisfaction.

We have collected more than 220,000 reviews from pet parents, creating one of the largest independent databases of pet insurance feedback available.

How rankings are determined

Unexpected veterinary expenses can happen at any clinic. The providers below are ranked using verified reviews submitted by real pet parents through Pet Insurance Review. Results reflect overall satisfaction, claims experience, and value based on real world feedback. Rankings are updated regularly as new reviews are submitted.

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Rating Provider Total Review
4.8 Adoro 19
4.5 AKC 1,801
4.4 ASPCA 12,221
4.9 Embrace 19,969
4.9 Fetch 5,895
4.1 Figo 2,868
4.4 Hartville 183
4.9 Healthy Paws 11,362
4.8 Lemonade 833
4.6 ManyPets 2,416
4.7 MetLife 11,182
4.8 Nationwide 25,675
3.9 Pet Assure 15
4.3 PetPartners 121
4.9 Pets Best 15,323
4.8 Prudent Pet 2,859
4.7 Pumpkin 3,525
4.6 Spot 11,551
4.9 Trupanion 55,033

Compare Pet Insurance Plans

You can compare coverage options from multiple providers to find a plan that fits your budget and your pet’s healthcare needs.


Getting to Know Your Veterinarian

Choosing a veterinarian is an important decision for pet parents. A strong vet relationship is built on trust, communication, and understanding your pet’s individual needs.

Experience

Ask whether the clinic has experience treating your specific type of pet, since care can vary between dogs, cats, and pocket pets.

Emergency Care Procedures

It’s helpful to understand how the clinic handles after-hours emergencies, including whether they provide emergency services or refer to nearby emergency hospitals.

Communication Preferences

Ask how the clinic communicates with pet parents, including updates, test results, and follow up questions.

Breed Specific Health Considerations

Some breeds may be more prone to certain health conditions. Early awareness can help with prevention and early treatment.

Facility Tour

If available, touring the clinic can help you and your pet feel more comfortable before the first visit.


Final Note

Pet care decisions often involve both medical and financial considerations. Having access to trusted veterinary information alongside pet insurance comparisons can help pet parents feel more confident when planning for their pet’s health and wellbeing.

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Reviews from Google

4.8

83 reviews

Dr. Claypoole and staff are amazing. They are kind, caring, extremely knowledgeable, and they love the pets….and the pets love them! Price is always reasonable and location is convenient. If you are looking for a great veterinarian look no further.

Sep 13, 2023

Doctor Claypool and Staff are incredible! They're always helpful, patient, and kind. We've got 2 cats, one of which is a sweetheart but he's a big boy and gets anxious at the vet. They handle him so well and don't get frustrated with him or us. We went recently for rabies shots and the tech comforted our more timid cat. They seem to really know what our pets need in order to give them the right care! Just, very smitten to have a vet we love and trust. Would absolutely recommend!

Jul 25, 2023

Great vet. Great staff. Waiting room is like something out of your uncle's house from the 70s but the prices are great and the people are caring

Nov 28, 2023

I have been taking my current cat , age 3, to Elm vet since i 1st got her at 8 weeks old . My kids and i also take my grandcat and grand dog there as well. Dr Claypool , Apryl, and the other staff are a wealth of knowledge! They know the tried and true, as well as the latest scientific findings , as well as the passing fads being recycled. They are experienced and skilled. Equally important , if not even moreso, they are compassionate animal lovers and they take the time to really help and educate pets, owners/families. They make you feel like family and like your pets are their pets too. They realky care. Apryl put in the time and energy with me to help me with a highly complicated insurance issue for one of our cats that was above and beyond. Her knowledge of pet insurance and persistance in persuing the problem was awesome ! When i lived elsewhere i took my last cat to a larger more sophisticated vet practice, which also had skilled and caring practioners. This is a smaller, cozier , more informal , relaxed, and comfortable setting with the same or better expertise . I highly recommend them. Chere Aiudi- Washenko

Sep 12, 2023

Very friendly,you just know they love animals.

Oct 5, 2023