Dale Mabry Animal Hospital

4.8 (485)
3606 S Dale Mabry Hwy, Tampa, FL 33629, USA

Hours:

Monday: 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM

Tuesday: 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM

Wednesday: 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM

Thursday: 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM

Friday: 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM

Saturday: 7:30 AM – 12:00 PM

Sunday: Closed

How to Save Money at Dale Mabry Animal Hospital

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 11,414
4.9 Embrace 14,242
4.9 Fetch 2,055
4.4 Figo 2,580
4.7 Hartville 164
4.9 Healthy Paws 7,477
4.9 Lemonade 783
3.2 ManyPets 2,156
4.6 MetLife 493
4.8 Nationwide 21,393
4.3 Pet Assure 12
4.7 PetPartners 110
4.5 Pets Best 7,196
4.3 Pumpkin 1,163
4.7 Spot 5,275
4.9 Trupanion 60,301
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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Rebecca Chadwell

Great staff! Very friendly and accommodating. I saw Dr Lisa McNeil and my grumpy cat seemed to really like her and the assistant. I really like how she was with my kitty. Very gentle and talked to him in such a calm soothing tone. She was great! Will definitely be back! Also want to say that the pet desk website is so helpful!! Thank you! 4/3/23 Wanted to update my review to again say how pleased I am with this clinic! I had to take my dog in today on a ‘semi’ emergency visit and I’ll be coming here from now on. I was going somewhere else but this clinic and every staff member I’ve met has exceeded my expectations! Thank you so much!

posted: 07/03/2023

Liessel Flores

They have excellent communication and transparent pricing. They always got my dog in quickly if she was sick. Better than my own doctor in terms of getting an appointment! Their whole process is great. Picking up meds is so easy. They removed a growth off my dogs eye a year ago. It’s healed nicely. We’re moving, so we have to change vets. We wish we could continue going here!! Thanks to Dr Johnson and the rest of the staff

posted: 08/04/2023

Tom Houston

I have complete confidence in the care my pet receives. You can see from his picture that my dog is calm and patiently waiting to be seen by the doctor. That says alot when even the patient is relaxed and doesnt have anxiety. My pets have been clients here for more than 20 years and I would not consider taking them anywhere else.

posted: 07/10/2023

dawn 0104

Our pet was treated professionally and with kindness and compassion. The treatment plan was thoroughly explained. Dr. Moore and the staff were friendly and pleasant. It is obvious they enjoy their work!

posted: 08/26/2023

Paul W

I recently had to take my elder sick Beagle and companion of 10yrs in for what ended up becoming "end of life care". From the very beginning, the interactions with the amazing front desk staff, then the "rockstar" vet techs Alexa B. and Fabio Z. exuded professionalism and care which assured me I had brought my doggie to the right place. Then, speaking with Dr. Levengood where he kindly presented options for care but yet confidently stated the sad facts of her current situation, further provided comfort yet at the same time the courage to make the tough decisions needed. For such a tough visit, the entire staff made the process run smoothly yet extended great compassion during the emotional last moments with my companion of 10yrs. I couldn't ask for a better veterinarian staff to handle this situation with my pet and I very highly recommend them to anyone who is looking for a vet practice to care for their own pets. I plan on coming to them for future pet care and I remain deeply grateful to them for their professionalism and kindness.

posted: 08/27/2023