Marathon Veterinary Hospital, A Thrive Pet Healthcare Partner
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How to Save on Veterinary Costs at Marathon Veterinary Hospital, A Thrive Pet Healthcare Partner
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 Marathon Veterinary Hospital, A Thrive Pet Healthcare Partner? 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 | 12,230 |
| 4.9 | Embrace | 19,973 |
| 4.9 | Fetch | 5,921 |
| 4.1 | Figo | 2,868 |
| 4.4 | Hartville | 183 |
| 4.9 | Healthy Paws | 11,375 |
| 4.8 | Lemonade | 833 |
| 4.6 | ManyPets | 2,416 |
| 4.7 | MetLife | 11,266 |
| 4.8 | Nationwide | 25,712 |
| 3.9 | Pet Assure | 15 |
| 4.3 | PetPartners | 121 |
| 4.9 | Pets Best | 15,353 |
| 4.8 | Prudent Pet | 2,868 |
| 4.7 | Pumpkin | 3,551 |
| 4.6 | Spot | 11,597 |
| 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
183 reviews
We were on vacation in Marathon when our beautiful girl, Kimber, jumped in the canal on day one and scraped all four paws on the sea wall. By Monday, her feet were swollen and she could barely walk. Dr. Whipple, the vet tech, and the staff at Marathon were amazing! They treated her like their own and even called to check on her a couple of days later to see how she was doing. It's nice to know there is a place close by to our vacation spot that treats out-of-town fur babies so special. We would highly recommend this animal clinic.
Jul 14, 2023
Ever since the Care corporation took over Marathon Veterinary Hospital care and Service has plummeted. From what originally was a Homey neighborhood clinic where employees knew clients by name and animals by temperament, who would meet a sick client after hours when needed, and where I was willing to pay a higher fee for visits because of these “family“ qualities, has become a fee mill. Treatment not absolutely needed was was constantly encouraged for very high fees while annual vaccinations for my two dogs were well over a thousand dollars. The last straw was when my 21 year old cat, who has been going to this vet for 21 years, was very sick while I was out of town. Staff there told my pet-sitter to take my cat to Cudjoe key, a 30 mile drive. The other Veterinary Hospital in the area agreed to see her although they had never had her as a patient and were able to do what was needed to keep her on her wobbly feet. I really liked my vet at Marathon Animal Hospital and I have always enjoyed the office staff, but those are not good enough reasons to keep bringing my pets there.
Aug 13, 2023
We couldn't be more thankful to the Marathon Veterinary Hospital staff for the excellent care our little Lacie received during our recent trip to Marathon, Florida. Lacie had a horrendous pancreatitis flair up that, quite honestly, my husband and I didn't think she'd survive. From the first call we made to set up an appointment, until the time we left Marathon (a week later) Lacie received top notch care, and my husband and I received the assurance that she'd be ok. If we hadn't know better, we'd have thought we were at our hometown veterinary hospital in Maryland. Dr. Whipple and her staff communicated with our hometown veterinary hospital to ensure our almost 16 year old "baby girl" received the BEST care for the BEST outcome possible. Thank you, Marathon Veterinary Hospital from the bottom of our hearts!
Apr 10, 2023
Just phenomenal. Our dog had an issue while we were vacationing in the Keys. We walked in on a Saturday morning and were seen almost immediately. The front office staff was so compassionate and kind and the vet tech and vet treated our little guy like he was their own. They explained everything clearly and answered all of our questions. We would definitely use this office if we lived closer. Plus, they could have could have charged us exorbitantly because we werent regular patients but the bill was very reasonable actually a lot lower than even our regular vet.
Jul 16, 2023
From the moment your call is answered, you’re taken care of. Melissa and Jessica are absolutely amazing people at the front desk. They got my sick pet in immediately. Jessica went over and beyond for me and Melissa was so kind when we walked in, even came over to personally say hello to my pet. Dr Lindsay was thorough and very informative. The phone all to check on Murphy a few days later sealed it for me, that this is where you should take your pets if you want the best for them. Kind, caring and accommodating. Thank you everyone.
May 15, 2023