Coastal Veterinary - Not Currently Accepting New Clients

4.8 (174 reviews)
33053 Lighthouse Rd #4017, Selbyville, DE 19975, USA

Hours

Monday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Tuesday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Wednesday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Thursday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Friday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Saturday Closed Sunday Closed

How to Save on Veterinary Costs at Coastal Veterinary - Not Currently Accepting New Clients

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.

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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.

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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

174 reviews

I had such a wonderful experience with Dr. Richards! I brought my Scottish Terrier Linden in to meet with her for the first time and was blown away with how much experience Dr. Richards has with Scotties in particular and also how carefully and methodically she is narrowing down on the root cause of Linden's infection. Dr. Richards is incredibly easy to talk with, very kind, compassionate and friendly. Thank you so much, Dr. Richards, and the entire staff at Coastal Veterinary!

Jun 18, 2023

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Coast Veterinary is wonderful. The office, the location, "feel" of the place is welcoming and caring, Dr. BIELECKI is a wonderful, caring Vetinarian and Benji has gotten excellent care from this practice. He most recently had his teeth cleaned and they provided an estimate range prior to appointment so there were no surprises. Happily he didn't need any teeth pulled so the cost was closer to the lowest in the range. Very happy with this clinic. Also note that not only Dr. BIELECKI but all the staff are excellent. The women who answer the phones, the Techs who bring him in for his appointments. Each one is loving, caring and you can tell they treat your pet like they were their family.

Jun 11, 2023

Over the past two months, I have been to Coastal Veterinary for 2 puppy visits. The techs were amazing and took great care of our pup Gretta. We also had to visit here to put our senior dog, Alabama, down. The vet and the tech took great care of not only Alabama but me and my husband as well. They provided us with a quiet place to say our last goodbyes to our furbaby as well as show some compassion to our baby. I would highly recommend this veterinarian hospital.

Mar 16, 2023

Thank You Dr. Mary Helen Staruch and staff who cared for Both of our Kitties, Doodles and Chloe this past week. They are doing very well after their Dental surgery. No doubt Dr. Staruch is an excellent surgeon to extract such small teeth in a small space with precision. The Veterinary team should be commended. I want to thank the people I spoke with Teresa, Karla, Laura and others who I cannot remember their names who kept us informed of their progress. Thank you everyone who cares for these temporary gifts from above. Heartfelt Blessings , Renee and Frank Smith

Apr 21, 2023

As new Delawarians this year 2022, we were desperate for quality care for our senior dog that has heart issues. Coastal Veterinary has been a godsend. Not only are the staff veterinarians excellent, the front desk staff members are phenomenal in handling callers' questions and concerns. This is an incredible practice and we highly recommend Coastal Veterinary!

Nov 18, 2022