Files Equine Clinic

4.8 (28)
5010 Britt Rd, Mt Dora, FL 32757, USA

Hours:

Monday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 1:00 – 5:00 PM

Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 1:00 – 5:00 PM

Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Thursday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 1:00 – 5:00 PM

Friday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 1:00 – 5:00 PM

Saturday: Closed

Sunday: Closed

How to Save Money at Files Equine 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:

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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Roger Kopas

It's been our good fortune to work with good veterinarians over the years; Dr. Files rates among the best. His support staff is wonderful as well. I'm an "A" licensed horse trainer and a licensed horse farm manager, retired now, so I've seen plenty of veterinarians at work; I recommend Doc Files with a high degree of confidence.

posted: 02/19/2023

Chris Stoothoff

Shan Files is not the equine vet he presents himself to be. My wife’s horse Congo coliced and died. He’s very sorry of coarse but the horse is still dead. He’s like all doctors, did everything he could, except saving the horse’s life. And of coarse he wants to be paid. Didn’t work that way in my 50 years of business but doctors are special.

posted: 12/19/2022

Meagan Smith

I cant even remember how I found this clinic but I am so very thankful that I did. Dr. Mezaros is the sweetest person and she loves my horses as if they were her own. Dr. Files is also amazing and has an awesome sense of humor, which in tough times makes things a bit easier. The office staff are always very friendly and helpful as well. I've never had a bad experience here and as long as they are in practice, will always be my #1 choice for my critters. I would highly recommend them to anyone in need of a large animal vet.

posted: 11/07/2019

Tanya Rennebeck

Dr. Files is very knowledgeable and I’m very thankful I found him while having a hard time managing my COPD horse. Dr. Lindsay was also so compassionate and its nice to know there is 2 vets I can count on for all my horse needs.

posted: 07/26/2018

Christi Baldwin

Amazing clinic! Dr. Files is always willing to share his knowledge and develop the best care plan for our horses. We appreciate all he does!

posted: 06/23/2020