Davis Matthew C DVM
4.3 (13) 1455 W Washington St, Monticello, FL 32344, USAHours:
How to Save Money at Davis Matthew C DVM
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
Put me on hold, after 8 minutes someone noticed the call on hold. When I mentioned the time , she said oh well that’s how it goes basically. So I won’t ever call this vet back based on his staffs politeness and courtesy. They must be making so much money that they don’t need anymore clients.
posted: 10/12/2023
I called because my dog was really ill, they wouldn't even hardly talk to me, much less see me! Went to a great Vet 22 miles away, he took me right in, took good care of my little girl!
posted: 07/10/2023
I was always very satisfied with the quality of care that my pets received at Animal Medical Clinic. The vets always took an active interest in my pets' health, and the prices here are much better than any of the vets I've visited in Tallahassee. My dog was heartworm positive when I got her, and Animal Medical Clinic did a fantastic job handling the situation. Her treatment went smoothly, and the tailored the treatment to my job rather than using generic standards. The treatment for heart worms involves two injections. After each injection, the dog has to refrain from running and exercising, or doing anything that would get their heart rate up, for 4-5 weeks. While the vet I visited in Tallahassee wanted to follow "standard" procedure (one injection, wait 5 weeks, a second injection, wait 5 more weeks -- a total of 10 weeks of inactivity!), the vet here proposed an alternative. Because my dog was young and otherwise healthy, she suggested doing both injections over a period of two days, followed by a single 5 week rest period. Since my dog is so active, she felt that trying to keep my dog calm for 10 weeks would actually be riskier than giving both injections at once. This is the route we ended up taking, and everything turned out great! I'm glad that the vet here actually took the time to evaluate my particular situation, because it certainly made the treatment much easier on my dog. Anyhow, I would highly recommend this clinic! If I hadn't moved, I still be bringing my dog here!
posted: 08/27/2012
I have gone there over 4 years ago moved back here and went back to them.They are caring Vets there and nice people working in office I have seen Dr.Cone and Dr. Davis,I live over 1 hour away because the service I drive to see them.good and caring service is worth the drive for my fur babies Sugar and Lola.they enjoy the ride in the car.
posted: 10/01/2022
We have been long time customers for this veterinary clinic. They (staff and vets) are the best! They have taken excellent care of dogs, cats, and goats. Now with the remodel and more room they can only get better.
posted: 03/12/2015