Porter John DVM

4.7 (16)
38 S Kirkman Rd, Orlando, FL 32811, USA

Hours:

Monday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Thursday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Friday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Saturday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Sunday: Closed

How to Save Money at Porter John 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:

Top Pet Insurance Providers of 2024
Rating Provider Total Review
4.4 AKC 891
4.5 ASPCA 11,722
4.9 Embrace 16,803
4.9 Fetch 13,171
4.2 Figo 2,599
4.7 Hartville 165
4.9 Healthy Paws 9,984
4.9 Lemonade 805
4.6 ManyPets 2,336
4.0 MetLife 631
4.8 Nationwide 21,405
4.3 Pet Assure 12
4.5 PetPartners 112
4.3 Pets Best 12,112
4.6 Pumpkin 1,425
4.6 Spot 6,867
4.9 Trupanion 69,606
4.8 Prudent Pet 125

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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Melissa Ramoutar

If I could give this place no stars, I would. I took my dog to this vet on a Monday because he was not eating. They did a test and said he was just having digestion problems. Before we left we asked if there were any other tests they needed to do. They said no. On Wednesday he passed away. We called and I was flabbergasted by their response. The person on the phone told us "when dogs come in with stomach problems we assume its digestive" . After the autopsy it was confirmed he had spleen cancer. We lost a member of our family based on an assumption!

posted: 08/14/2017

Patricia O'Brien (Trish)

They are kind and gentle and animals of all types would be lucky to go there . The practice has been in the same place over thirty yrs Brooke helped us with our neighbors dog Bentley and he feels so much better thanks to the swift antibiotics and diagnosis Bentley is himself afain

posted: 10/10/2020

Britney Price

I don't typically leave reviews as it's just time consuming. But, after the experience I just had today with this office and the vet that assisted me, I am compelled to give my up most praise. We had a very pregnant cat show up at our door almost a week ago. Being the animal lover our family is, we decided to bring her inside and care for her. Couldn't leave her out all alone. Within 48 hours, she had made a bed inside our bathroom pantry and began delivering her kittens. She was a rockstar!!! We've taken in many, many cats over the years and I've helped many mommas give birth and she was by far one of the strongest momma cats I've ever seen. She ended up giving birth to three kittens. They all seemed very well. Today, after a long day at my surgeons office we came home to find one kitten very lethargic, cold, and being neglected by the momma cat. I immediately called this office to see which formula to use to bottle feed the kitten. The kitten wasn't doing well at all so while I went to the store to buy the bottles, milk, and a heating pad I made an appointment to bring momma kitty and the three kittens to be seen tomorrow. The lady I spoke on the phone with was absolutely amazing. She was knowlegable and answered all of my questions. Telling me to not hesitate to call back if I needed to. When I arrived back home, my husband informed me the kitten was getting worse. After mixing the milk and trying to bottle feed the kitten, as well as holding her on a heating pad, The kitten was getting worse by the minute. So, I called the clinic back to see if I could bring the kitten in right away. Without hesitation, even though they were near closing time, they said of course I could. So, we loaded up and drove there. I was greeted with kindness and taken to a room where I spoke with the vet who informed me that the odds of the kitten surviving were very low. The kittens heart was weak, breathing was shallow, and the kitten wasn't moving at all. She told me I could take the kitten home and try the bottle and heating pad, they could try some assistance overnight, or we could put the kitten to sleep. After realizing that taking hee home would mean she would pass away in such a cruel way, and even with medical assistance she wouldn't make it, we made the difficult decision to put the kitten to sleep. The vet was so compassionate and understanding. Giving me time to spend with the kitten and allowing me to go outside and inform my husband and children what was happening. She allowed me to stay with the kitten as she put her under and handed me tissues when I needed them. She stayed until the kitten passed then allowed me time to grieve and regain my composure before going back out to my kids. I still have the appointment to get the momma cat and two other kittens checked out and because they made sure to inform me of their free first visit coupon they have online, The visit will be free. This will be our vet from now on. I am more than thankful for the way the entire staff treated me throughout this. They went above and beyond for us. I would recommend them to any and everyone.

posted: 03/28/2018

Jamie Dell

Dr. Porter is the hands down best vet in Orlando. I have been taking my pets to see him for over 20 years. He is kind, caring and very knowledgeable. He has treated my dogs, cats, rabbits and lizards. I highly recommend Dr. John Poter Kirkman Road Veterinary Clinic.

posted: 10/08/2018

Stephanie

The best place to take your pets. I took my 4 dogs there and saw 2 different doctors and they both were amazing. Everybody should take there pets there

posted: 11/21/2019