Vet Care Express
4.8 (32) 7907 49th Ave E, Bradenton, FL 34203, USAHours:
Monday: 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Thursday: 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Friday: 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday: 7:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at Vet Care Express
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 | 894 |
| 4.5 | ASPCA | 12,057 |
| 4.9 | Embrace | 20,305 |
| 4.9 | Fetch | 27,409 |
| 4.1 | Figo | 2,786 |
| 4.5 | Hartville | 177 |
| 4.9 | Healthy Paws | 10,736 |
| 4.8 | Lemonade | 815 |
| 4.6 | ManyPets | 2,428 |
| 4.6 | MetLife | 5,637 |
| 4.8 | Nationwide | 21,417 |
| 3.9 | Pet Assure | 15 |
| 4.4 | PetPartners | 117 |
| 4.3 | Pets Best | 14,113 |
| 4.7 | Pumpkin | 2,549 |
| 4.6 | Spot | 9,855 |
| 4.8 | Trupanion | 62,914 |
| 4.8 | Prudent Pet | 2,445 |
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
Used them as a go between our veterinarian and surgery specialist when our 120 lb St Bernard had to have emergency spinal surgery and couldnt walk. They were fantastic, definitely recommend them!
posted: 05/02/2025
I will always highly recommend Cheryl and Vet Care Express! She was nothing but kind and patient with me, and took very good care of my cat when he needed emergency transport. I can't thank her enough.
posted: 05/01/2025
My husband was on travel and my 100 pound male German Shepherd Chief became ill and disabled had to be rushed to the vet. I was not able to lift Chief into my vehicle so I reached out to Vet Care Express. Cheryl answered the phone, quickly gathered my information and showed up on time so I could make my appointment with the vet. When Cheryl and Lumi arrived they were able to skillfully lift Chief into their SUV and transport him to the vet. I followed behind in my truck. When we arrived at the vet Cheryl and Lumi were able to carefully get Chief out of their SUV and help me get him inside. We arrived a little early. At this point Cheryl and Lumi could have left but they didn't. They stayed with Chief and I until I was sure I no longer needed assistance. They also knew from experience that Chief was quite sick. They comforted Chief and were compassionate with me while we waited. I am so grateful to Vet Care Express. I couldn't have gotten the help I needed without them. Cheryl and Lumi were professional, compassionate and competent. I would highly recommend Vet Care Express and feel very lucky that they were available when I needed them.
posted: 02/23/2024
I own an AirBnB property and a guest's elderly dog tragically passed away in the back yard of the property. Cheryl was extremely supportive and kind to the distraught guests and also to me. She explained the process clearly of taking the dog away to be cremated and made an otherwise horrific experience much more bearable for everyone involved. Thank you so much for offering this amazing service in Sarasota - we are truly blessed to have you here in our community! RIP, Chubs...
posted: 08/30/2017
Cheryl and her team reminded me that there still are REALLY REALLY REALLY great people out there in this world. My sweet, loving, 8 year old red lab, Howie passed away at home due to an inoperable brain tumor. Cheryl and her team showed up promptly in great time of need and helped to make the absolute worst day of my life a bit easier. I honestly have never encountered a more compassionate team. My dog was my child and my heart was (and still is) broken into two that night, but Vet Care Express was amazing. Cheryl even delivered my baby's ashes back to our home. She understood how hard of a time I was having and agreed to deliver them when I was ready-no rush through the entire process. Her words touched my heart and I will never forget her kindness and compassion towards my family and my furbaby. Thank you so very much for what you do Vet Care Express. This world needs more people like you all.
posted: 11/30/2021
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