Ocean Animal Hospital
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How to Save on Veterinary Costs at Ocean Animal Hospital
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.
Consider pet insurance
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.
Why Pet Insurance Information Appears on This Page
Looking for information about Ocean Animal Hospital? This page also includes pet insurance resources to help pet parents understand how to prepare for unexpected veterinary expenses.
Veterinary care costs can vary widely depending on the type of visit, treatment, or emergency. Many pet parents explore pet insurance before they need it so they are better prepared when unexpected situations arise.
How to Choose a Pet Insurance Provider
Pet Insurance Review helps pet parents compare insurance providers using verified customer reviews and real-world experiences. Our tools make it easier to evaluate providers based on claims experience, service quality, and overall satisfaction.
We have collected more than 220,000 reviews from pet parents, creating one of the largest independent databases of pet insurance feedback available.
How rankings are determined
Unexpected veterinary expenses can happen at any clinic. The providers below are ranked using verified reviews submitted by real pet parents through Pet Insurance Review. Results reflect overall satisfaction, claims experience, and value based on real world feedback. Rankings are updated regularly as new reviews are submitted.
| Rating | Provider | Total Review |
|---|---|---|
| 4.8 | Adoro | 19 |
| 4.5 | AKC | 1,801 |
| 4.4 | ASPCA | 12,228 |
| 4.9 | Embrace | 19,973 |
| 4.9 | Fetch | 5,918 |
| 4.1 | Figo | 2,868 |
| 4.4 | Hartville | 183 |
| 4.9 | Healthy Paws | 11,371 |
| 4.8 | Lemonade | 833 |
| 4.6 | ManyPets | 2,416 |
| 4.7 | MetLife | 11,234 |
| 4.8 | Nationwide | 25,705 |
| 3.9 | Pet Assure | 15 |
| 4.3 | PetPartners | 121 |
| 4.9 | Pets Best | 15,347 |
| 4.8 | Prudent Pet | 2,867 |
| 4.7 | Pumpkin | 3,545 |
| 4.6 | Spot | 11,586 |
| 4.9 | Trupanion | 55,033 |
Compare Pet Insurance Plans
You can compare coverage options from multiple providers to find a plan that fits your budget and your pet’s healthcare needs.
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
218 reviews
Highly recommend!! They treat your pets like family!! Great staff, great Doctor. They make my cat feel so welcome and at ease. Very caring and compassionate staff. The only place I will ever bring my pets!
Oct 19, 2023
We came across Ocean Animal hospital after Dr Jorge in Merritt Island very flippantly said my cat had a lump in him and immediately needed surgery. I really didn't get a great vibe with Dr Jorge and actually felt like my cat may of been in danger if I let an older man try the operation. I had that really bad gut feeling. I told my fiance we'd try somewhere else. When we came to Ocean Animal hospital, Dr Gabe earned our immediate trust as a really passionate vet who actually cared about the outcome of my cat, spent more time with him, and whatnot. My fiance and I were kinda a mess about the whole ordeal. The surgery day went really fast and he was back on the same day. Our cat healed nicely and was playing, eating, lizard watching, all that good cat stuff. The surgery was a 100% success, as in, the entire mass was able to come out. Though we couldn't really relax until we saw a pet cancer doctor, who said the results weren't really that clear (note: this is not Dr Gabe's responsibility/any fault of his.) Though because of Dr Gabe's dexterity, he flung that nasty lump right out like no problem. One year later, our cat is still lump-free and extremely happy and handsome. Dark Star was a Cape Canaveral street cat who came up to me one night when I was getting off work from the space center. He came into my life like a shooting star by chance. He's a creative, funny, caring soul who stops my fiance and I when we argue, loves belly rubs, sleeps at my feet every night like such a good boy, and is a genuine addition to my being every day. I got the vibe that Dr Gabe got our story without even hearing it. He cared about us. Dr Jorge in Merritt Island didn't really care or want to see it. Don't hesitate to call Ocean Animal hospital if you don't have a good feeling about your current vet. Don't let other vets make you feel like they are your only option. Call Gabe if you need someone to trust and take care of your fuzzy family member.
Feb 13, 2023
Friendly staff and fair prices, highly recommend. They don’t take advantage like other animal hospitals I’ve seen and dealt with in the past. They are extremely honest and are all good people that I have came to trust with all of my pets over the years!
Oct 18, 2023
Dr Gabe and his staff are amazing! They treat our fur baby as if she were their own…. They’ve always made us feel like family. Best Vet in Brevard!
Oct 18, 2023
My German Shepard was in her last week of life, so we went to Ocean Animal Hospital for an exam. Even though Dr. Young knew she could not breath, eat or walk anymore, he went ahead and prescribed 8 different medication x 3 times a day (plus 2 shots). The total bill was $400 and I was overwhelmed trying to give her this many pills when she couldn't even breath or eat. I can't believe that he would put anyone thru this just to make extra money. My best friend had to be put down 2 days later because she just couldn't breath. I do believe that Dr. Young knew this and I don't recommend this Animal Hospital as they are only concerned about making money and not about you or your pet.
Oct 17, 2023