South Seminole Animal Hospital
4.6 (183) 102 Oxford Rd, Fern Park, FL 32730, USAHours:
Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at South Seminole 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
We love South Seminole Animal Hospital! Dr. Tonks and the staff make you feel like your pet is the best and most cherished animal! Their prices are reasonable and are always looking out for your best interest. We've been going there for three years now and have always had a great experience.
posted: 10/13/2023
I am so happy to have found this vet. Dr Tonks was so patient with my nervous boy, she did everything she could to keep him calm. You can tell she absolutely loves what she does and treats every pet as if they were her own. This is truly the best vet I have ever been to. They even sent me a hand written welcome card! Don’t go anywhere else in Orlando, this vets office is the best!!
posted: 06/10/2021
Always a pleasant experience. The staff is wonderful and so accommodating. Love this place.
posted: 09/10/2023
2 weeks ago I had a horrible experience. Without going into detail, the veterinarian here at SSAH euthanized my dog at my request wafter she was cared for improperly by another local vet. She was 15 years old and suffering. The people at SSAH were kind and understanding and did everything possible to ease my grief. They were respectful and considerate. I had wasted over $200 at the other vet, and then there was the cost of euthanasia. Several days later, I had to bring in another one of my dogs to SSAH. Dr. Tonks prescribed medication to help her immediate problem but radiography revealed that my dog has some serious underlying conditions that required a specialist and very expensive treatment which is impossible for me. That initial visit cost close to $300. I'm elderly (76) and live on a small pension. I had already spent about $600 on vet expenses and I wrongly took out my frustration and anger on the people who deserved it least, these professional women who had treated me and my animals so kindly. My unflattering review was the result of my anger, mostly at myself, for being unable to afford comprehensive care for my dog. Veterinary costs have indeed skyrocketed, but so has everything else. I'm now in the position of having lost one dog, and have two more geriatric dogs in poor health. I'm terrified of the future in terms of being able to properly care for them. All that is unfortunate, but none of it is SSAH's fault or responsibility. It was ill-advised for me to write a review while I was overwrought and upset. My sincerest apologies. SSAH did nothing wrong and provided the best care possible within my financial limitations. To my knowledge, they are the best people with whom to trust your beloved pets.
posted: 04/07/2022