Westport Veterinary Associates
4.6 (42) 1677 Post Rd E, Westport, CT 06880, USAHours:
Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at Westport Veterinary Associates
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
Had to share the wonderful experience I had this past week, my recently adopted Calico cat had her first wellness exam and I don't have enough words to describe the practice. Top notch all the way, so clean you could eat off the floor. On time and the staff was warm and welcoming. We are sold and will be back in Feb for a dental cleaning. Thanks again Cali had a great experience and so did Mom.
posted: 04/15/2023
I brought my Blue Heeler dog to Poster for the first time the other day and we were very pleased with the warm welcome from Jess and the Poster Team. Jess was very kind, friendly and super helpful with all of our needs. Dr. Jeremy Salvatore is our absolute favorite veterinarian of all time! We followed him to Poster because he has taken the absolute most excellent care of my dog and her multiple health issues. She is now in the best health of her life and doing Pawsome. All thanks to the outstanding care of our beloved Dr. Sal. We’re happy with and would recommend care at Poster vet. They were able to get several tests done on the spot and give us immediate results, including aspirations/biopsy for Mast Cell Tumor concerns. Very excited to receive a wonderful health report for my best girl! She was also comfortable going inside by herself, as per their current pandemic guidelines involves pets inside the facility only. Their parking lot/outdoor area is comfortable to wait and hang out in. I totally trusted the Poster team and so did my dog. Thanks Poster, Jess & Dr. Sal!
posted: 01/13/2022
Dr. Poster and her staff have been amazing with our two dogs. They are there for us whenever we need them and always try their best to accommodate our schedules. Not only do we completely trust Dr. Poster, her staff really go out of their way and make it an overall great experience.
posted: 01/27/2021
I was referred by a friend to Dr Jeremy Salvatore . He was very kind and patient, explaining about my cats disease. His assistant Jessica was wonderful as well… Great crew! Nice & clean place , I’m definitely becoming a client.
posted: 01/20/2022
I run Hopalong Hollow which is a large rabbit rescue in Norwalk, Connecticut. I’d like to publicly thank Poster Animal Hospital for always being there when we need them. The doctors and staff are amazing. Professional, kind and gentle, not to mention wonderful diagnostic skills, surgical skills and great follow up. Being responsible for 100+ animals is made much easier for me knowing that I have such a competent vet hospital at my disposal. They have always been there for me when I need them for both routine Procedures and emergencies. I also would like to say I find their pricing is very reasonable! Definitely five star!
posted: 09/03/2020