Alachua Animal Hospital
5 (413) 15100 Main St, Alachua, FL 32615, 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 – 12:00 PM
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at Alachua Animal Hospital
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 | 11,414 |
| 4.9 | Embrace | 14,242 |
| 4.9 | Fetch | 2,055 |
| 4.4 | Figo | 2,580 |
| 4.7 | Hartville | 164 |
| 4.9 | Healthy Paws | 7,477 |
| 4.9 | Lemonade | 783 |
| 3.2 | ManyPets | 2,156 |
| 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 | 5,275 |
| 4.9 | Trupanion | 60,301 |
| 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
New clients of Alachua Animal Hospital for 6 months. Highly recommend the office. Have (2) greyhounds that have received excellent care specific to their breed as they have special needs & some unique medical differences from other dog’s. Each had a dental at a great cost savings and both had quick recovery times. The Dr’s (Nadler & Osa) are both greyhound savvy). Other staff friendly and knowledgeable. We had been with Timberview Pet Clinic (excellent) for 12 years until many doctors retired and they were bought by another vet. So glad we switched.
posted: 08/17/2023
So she was hit by a car up here in Lake City we took her to a vet in Live Oak, and they wanted an astronomical amount of money to fix so she was hit by a car up here in Lake City we took her to a vet in Live Oak, and they wanted an astronomical amount of money to fix her and the charged is 115 for pain medicine and didn't do anything else. we took her to a Alachua Animal Hospital, because they are the only people that we can afford to take her to and they were awesome. I'll never take her anywhere else near lake city to live oak
posted: 08/12/2023
Great place to take your fur babes! Staff is attentive, caring, accommodating and the office is affordable. It’s a bit of a drive for me, but the care and kindness that all of the staff offer is top notch! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
posted: 05/04/2023
My little Cupcake thought she wanted to tangle with our barn Cat ..the Cat won and Cupcake got her eye scratched. I called, and they said they would work her in. I was expecting a wait since she was a work in. She had her eye stained for a scratch ( it was), she was given pain medication along with an antibiotic and told me not to hesitate to reach out for any concerns. Today they sent a message asking about her. We have a follow up appointment next week. I was very pleased with her care and would recommend this clinic. Robin Green & Cupcake 🧁
posted: 03/30/2023
Dr. Nadler is great! The facility is lovely and all the staff are kind, knowledgeable, and engaged. Highly recommend even for shy pups lol 👍🏼
posted: 06/26/2023