Safari Animal Cinic and LASER Center

4.4 (28)
6610 E Fowler Ave J, Tampa, FL 33617, USA

Hours:

Monday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Thursday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Saturday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Sunday: Closed

How to Save Money at Safari Animal Cinic and LASER Center

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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Richard McLaughlin

{Post began in 2017} I've had two of my dogs for about two years (picked from The Humane Society) and Safari is the only place that I've taken them for care. My dogs are excited when we arrive and it's funny that they run to the scale to be weighed as soon as we get there. I leave my pups with the clinic when I have to travel because I know the dogs feel that they are just in their second home. Wonderful staff that really care about their jobs and my family. Would not recommend anyone else. {continued in 2020} Life happened and my little family moved to Orlando area. We found a highly recommended vet, but they always see to find something so every visit costs $200 or more. My wife asked if I would go back to Safari. So, we are planning on making a 90 minute drive to Tampa to see the best Vet in Florida.

posted: 06/04/2020

Megan Fauci

The staff here are amazing. They took great care of my elderly cat who has been sickly. The vet was very knowledgeable and nice as well. They called and checked in on my cat to check his progress and offered more help if we needed it. Would highly recommend them! Update: My senior cat unfortunately passed away. They had done everything they could for him. After he passed I called to let them know and they were so genuinely sad that he was unable to make it. Later that day I received a beautiful rose and condolence note. This made a very hard time a little bit brighter. Thank you for all you did.

posted: 10/25/2022

Kerine Lanza

I am so grateful to Safari Animal Clinic. I had been at another facility for over 15 years and they were unable to schedule my ill cat in his time of need. Safari was able to fit him in right away. They were upfront and honest about what to expect for services and fees. They were friendly and genuine. Time was taken to listen & understand our position, to thoughtfully communicate, and assist through the decision making process. My cat & I were treated with dignity and compassion. Staff were attentive and took the time to call and follow up on his well being and accommodate his growing needs during his end stage. They were incredibly supportive. I wish my cat had been at Safari from the start. I will definitely return here when I am ready for a new pet.

posted: 07/12/2021

michael coleman

I brought my 18 year old cat in because he was losing weight and not eating well and Dr. Nelmapius found a range of ailments including thyroid problem and tooth infections. He was extremely thorough and patient in explaining the problems and treatments and was more than willing to listen and answer all of our questions (of which there were many). They treated our cat with laser therapy which did wonders for his pain and he is making an amazingly quick recovery. All the staff clearly love animals and are exceptionally friendly and helpful. When we tried to get in with our regular vet the wait was more than a week. Safari got us in within a few hours, which is what you need when your pet is sick. Their prices are very reasonable and needless to say Safari is now our full time vet. This place is awesome.

posted: 12/16/2020

Emily Y

We love Safari Animal Clinic! They always take such great care of our senior kiddies. Our kiddies go annually, but also for rare one-off issues. They are so gentle and kind with our senior kiddies. They follow up to make sure everyone feels well after annual shots, and they remember our preferences for flea medicine (2 cats need one type, 2 a different type). We give them 8 dewclaws and 4 human thumbs up!

posted: 03/24/2021