Humane Rescue Alliance
4.4 (1458) 71 Oglethorpe St NW, Washington, DC 20011, USAHours:
Monday: 12:00 – 7:00 PM
Tuesday: 12:00 – 7:00 PM
Wednesday: 12:00 – 7:00 PM
Thursday: 12:00 – 7:00 PM
Friday: 12:00 – 7:00 PM
Saturday: 12:00 – 7:00 PM
Sunday: 12:00 – 7:00 PM
How to Save Money at Humane Rescue Alliance
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 | 1,796 |
| 4.5 | ASPCA | 12,095 |
| 4.9 | Embrace | 19,735 |
| 4.9 | Fetch | 5,297 |
| 4.1 | Figo | 2,825 |
| 4.5 | Hartville | 179 |
| 4.9 | Healthy Paws | 11,017 |
| 4.8 | Lemonade | 822 |
| 4.6 | ManyPets | 2,413 |
| 4.7 | MetLife | 8,125 |
| 4.8 | Nationwide | 24,711 |
| 3.9 | Pet Assure | 15 |
| 4.3 | PetPartners | 121 |
| 4.9 | Pets Best | 8,866 |
| 4.8 | Pumpkin | 3,060 |
| 4.6 | Spot | 10,794 |
| 4.9 | Trupanion | 55,032 |
| 4.8 | Prudent Pet | 2,652 |
| 4.3 | Adoro | 4 |
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 came in last Sunday shortly after the shelter opened. I knew exactly which dog I wanted. I shopped around because I love animals, but Cassandra was coming home with me. It was love at first sight. I’ve been telling my girlfriend for months that I wanted an older chihuahua and I found one!!! A lovely person named Caroline introduced me to Cassandra and helped me through the adoption process. I adopted two cats here last year and my previous visits were lovely. However, Caroline made Cass’ adoption extra special. She was patient with me, answered all of my questions, and I loved the fact that she already had a great relationship with my dog! I will never forget the day I adopted Cassie. The past week I spent with her made this crazy year I had worth all the trouble. If I had room to adopt more fur babies, I would. Please adopt here on my behalf! I love this shelter. I can tell staff members here genuinely care for the animals.
posted: 11/17/2025
We adopted Bogo in 2019 from the same shelter and welcomed Cooper (formerly Woody) yesterday. They are happily sharing play time and nap time. We love Human Rescue Alliance and are so thankful for the work they do.
posted: 02/01/2026
Went there today to see about my kitten, and all the staff was just rude reminded me of talking to a private solider. They was handling my kitten like she and I was trash. My service dog was even happy to leave that place. I wouldn't recommend thi s place to any one. You be better off going to Kmart or dealing with walmart. O and by thw way my little 3 month old kitten died in my arms last night. Thank you for nothing.
posted: 11/16/2025
Love places that truly support the lives of these beautiful animals! We picked up our pups from here and love them so much! HRA has been helpful in getting us all the information they need to get their medical attention, from procedures to medications, it’s more than just an adoption center! I love them so much and could not recommend a better place for you to go to rescue a life and add to your family!
posted: 10/22/2025
This place is the most heartless ever, i went on Saturday to look for a cat. I found this perfect cat which was the same as the one i had as n child. That same day they told us his not ready for adoption due to him still needing to see the doctor and we wont be able to adopt prior and that its first come first serve(which made me so sad and i cried walking out but i had hope). We called every singe day after that , on Wednesday we saw the cat was posted on their website at 2pm and decided to drive straight there . Got there at 2:30pm and the cat was still there and posted on the website but they refused to let us adopt and told us he was already adopted and waited to be picked up and that he was adopted 3 days ago. Make this all make sense . Since their policy say first come first serve and no cat will be held for anyone. Im extremely upset and hurt by the way this was handled.
posted: 01/22/2026
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