Bird Road Veterinary Clinic
4.7 (84) 12813 SW 42nd St, Miami, FL 33175, USAHours:
Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Tuesday: Closed
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at Bird Road Veterinary Clinic
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 | 11,392 |
| 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.
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
No price clarity at all. I went in to check my cats eye, doctor starts checking out his ear? And proceeds to run a test to check his ear (it was fine) then charges me 30$ for the test and 15$ for ear solution without telling me a single thing about it costing more money. They took excellent care of the cat I just wish pricing was a bit more clear as I told them prior to the visit that I was on a budget. The eye medication was 25$ the appointment costed 112$. Pretty Ridiculous.
posted: 07/13/2023
I called while the doctor Garcia while she was at lunch saying I was on my way with an emergency with my dog. Jennifer the receptionist said ok.The receptionist called me a half an hour later when I'm five minutes away to tell me both doctors are in an emergency and will not be able to see my dog. Shameful c the doctor has a receptionist tells me to go to an ER vet. Are you crazy they're going to charge me $500 just to walk in the door when you are open. She has a new doctor working with her all he does is like to do bloodwork on everybody that walks in through the door. I took my dog for an ear infection and he wanted to charge over $1000 of teeth cleaning, blood work. I went here to Kendall Pointe/ miller Road they took me with open arms!! And I didn’t get ripped off either!! Blessing in disguise. BTW my dog was an emergency too! I wasted precious time. Max passed away..
posted: 06/08/2022
I hate to brag about this place because I want this place all to myself. Dr. Garcia, Humberto, Cristina and Jennifer are truly the kindest best people you will ever meet. I have a Pittbull and they handle him like he is a poodle, and my Pitt is not easy!!!! This alone speaks volume because there are Vets that think can handle him but can't even take the heart rate from him. I drive 40 minutes to see Dr. Garcia. I have probably 5 Vets within 7 minutes from my home and the far drive is worth it for my dog. You will receive the best care here in all aspects of your animal life.
posted: 10/26/2019
Dr Garcia, Umberto, Jennifer and Jackie are always there when we need them. Our senior dogs are there frequently and they are always treated with the utmost care. I highly recommend their services. Umberto always helps me get our big guy max out of the car and always gives words of comfort from experiences of his own. Jennifer and Jackie are always courteous accommodating and professional. Dr Garcia will take the time to properly diagnose, and explain everything to you. You will not be disappointed. As long as you follow through with their treatment plan. Your babies will be on the mend.
posted: 07/30/2022
The care is good (what matters most), but they really need to fix their scheduling. Every time I’m here for very minor/simple check ups, it takes well over an hour each time.
posted: 09/29/2022
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