VCA Wakulla Animal Hospital

4.6 (256)
2571 Crawfordville Hwy, Crawfordville, FL 32327, USA

Hours:

Monday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Thursday: 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Friday: 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Saturday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Sunday: Closed

How to Save Money at VCA Wakulla 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 11,392
4.9 Embrace 14,179
4.9 Fetch 1,995
4.4 Figo 2,561
4.7 Hartville 164
4.9 Healthy Paws 7,475
4.9 Lemonade 781
3.2 ManyPets 2,145
4.6 MetLife 487
4.8 Nationwide 21,391
4.3 Pet Assure 12
4.7 PetPartners 110
4.5 Pets Best 7,194
4.3 Pumpkin 1,131
4.7 Spot 5,194
4.9 Trupanion 60,280
4.8 Prudent Pet 124

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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Matt Burton

I am throughly astounded at the level of service my dog and I received today at Wakulla VCA. Dr O’Brien and Tyler (patiently) answered every silly question I had both on the phone and in person today and also helped me get the prescriptions my dog Sally needed straight. The receptionists today were also very courteous and helpful too when I came and checked her out and everyone treated my little pal like royalty. Wakulla VCA has won a loyal customer in me with their level of service today and I hope Sally will continue to see Dr. O’Brien and the wonderful staff there today for years to come. - Matt Burton, Paul’s Termite and Pest Control.

posted: 05/25/2023

Callie Burch

What a wonderful vet clinic! I brought my cat for her first appointment yesterday and had a great experience. Dr. O’Brien and the veterinary technician (sorry I forgot her name) we’re amazing. My cat was calm the whole time, they have the best bedside manner. I am so glad I found them. I was in and out of the office in 35 minutes! Will definitely be back.

posted: 01/24/2023

Darlene Vazquez

First visit and I’m so pleased. Great staff. Quick and affordable.

posted: 08/18/2023

Nelson Taylor

We've been going here for years, but now they have gotten crazy expensive. Went for a drop annual health and groom today to be told the low price for my three small dogs would be $1200. Never been more than $500 previously. I declined a 250% increase.

posted: 08/08/2023

MrCedartucky

The Vets are incredible. The problem is dealing with the incompetency of the staff. And then an office manager that truly is a reflection of her name, Downer! I have never met an office manager in my life that instead of de-escalating a problem inflames it! And I for one have never told a customer to buy my competitors product. But Ms. Upper told me that very thing! Well guess what. I will. And I have 3 dogs and a cat. You don’t want my money. I will take it elsewhere. And there is not a person on this planet that loves their animals more than me. Don’t get me wrong, if you can deal with incompetency until you get to see a Vet, the vets are caring and knowledgeable. But I like a little respect. And the staff there offers zero respect. They come off as self entitled. Ask me about showing up for a 7AM appointment at 6:50 and one of their staff walking by never acknowledging me and making me stand in the cold. Then when I get in hearing I don’t punch in until 7! Excuse me?

posted: 01/16/2023