Coral Gables Animal Hospital

4.7 (122)
4569 Ponce de Leon, Coral Gables, FL 33146, USA

Hours:

Monday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM

Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Thursday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM

Friday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Saturday: 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Sunday: Closed

How to Save Money at Coral Gables 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:

Top Pet Insurance Providers of 2024
Rating Provider Total Review
4.4 AKC 889
4.7 ASPCA 11,411
4.9 Embrace 14,234
4.9 Fetch 2,051
4.4 Figo 2,579
4.7 Hartville 164
4.9 Healthy Paws 7,477
4.9 Lemonade 783
3.2 ManyPets 2,153
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 5,260
4.9 Trupanion 60,297
4.8 Prudent Pet 125

Or, you can simply get a fast quote from multiple providers and go from there.

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Getting 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

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shayne orr

I called about an emergency situation for my dog. They were very up-front over the phone and informed me that it would be best to take my pet to the emergency room, and even gave me the name and address of the best hospital. I appreciate their professionalism and guidance.

posted: 07/26/2023

Anna Carrandi

Absolutely love our vet. From the front office to the vet and the vet techs, we know that our dogs are in great hands whether we have to drop them off for a bath or come in for an appointment, there’s nothing but professional, respectful, and just so kind. I know that our dogs are in such great care not to mention our dogs absolutely love everybody in that office.

posted: 01/16/2023

Alison King

Dr. Thomas is wonderful. My family recently moved to the Miami area with our elderly dog and needed to find a veterinarian. Coral Gables Animal Hospital was highly recommended by my husband's colleague and I am glad that I took his advice. I was able to get an appointment relatively quickly. When I had problems getting my records transferred from our previous vet, Kylie who works in the office stepped in and got them. Dr. Thomas was warm and friendly and put my nervous dog at ease instantly. She was thorough and patient when going through his extensive medical history. She is meticulous and takes great care to explain everything in great detail. She even took the time to suggest local doctors for my husband and me. I had the opportunity to talk to Dr. Richter as well and he was equally pleasant and helpful. I can't say enough about Coral Gables Animal Hospital. Dr. Thomas, Dr. Richter, the vet techs and the front office staff all contributed to a great visit and we will definitely use them for all of our veterinary care.

posted: 03/14/2022

Sarah Smith

I took my puppy to Coral Gables Animal Hospital when she wasn't feeling well one morning. She had never been to a vet in the Miami area, and neither had I. What should've been a routine puppy vet visit turned into much more, however Coral Gables Animal Hospital was so helpful and informative of everything that was going on. They worked her into their schedule last minute. They walked me through her vaccination schedule, and treatment plan in a very detailed manner. It was so reassuring for me as a new dog owner, especially with my puppy not feeling well. Responsive, great quality, knowledgable, & highly recommend!

posted: 09/25/2020

Pedro Perez

Called for the price of teeth cleaning. Lady on the phone was rude. Wanted to rush and hang up quickly. Didn’t want to describe price which many other vet offices gladly gave me there pricing. She wanted to charge me $69 for the first visit just to tell me a price. This is bad service

posted: 01/19/2023