South Tampa Veterinary Care
4.8 (245) 6310 S Dale Mabry Hwy, Tampa, FL 33611, USAHours:
Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at South Tampa Veterinary Care
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 | 891 |
4.5 | ASPCA | 11,827 |
4.9 | Embrace | 17,826 |
4.9 | Fetch | 26,004 |
4.2 | Figo | 2,612 |
4.7 | Hartville | 166 |
4.9 | Healthy Paws | 10,088 |
4.9 | Lemonade | 808 |
4.6 | ManyPets | 2,364 |
3.9 | MetLife | 699 |
4.8 | Nationwide | 21,409 |
4.3 | Pet Assure | 12 |
4.5 | PetPartners | 114 |
4.3 | Pets Best | 12,574 |
4.6 | Pumpkin | 1,571 |
4.6 | Spot | 7,472 |
4.9 | Trupanion | 60,668 |
4.8 | Prudent Pet | 1,680 |
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

Love, love, love the staff and doctors here! They take such good care of our furry family that they actually like going to stay. Very loving and patient.
posted: 10/18/2023
Can’t thank enough the team at South Tampa Veterinary for looking out my fur baby Oreo. Much love to everyone there 🤍
posted: 08/06/2023
I appreciate the compassion and respect that the staff showed myself and Charlotte. Euthanasia is a difficult decision to have to make but with the expert guidance of the staff, I was able to realize that Charlotte’s quality of life had diminished and with the help from South Tampa Veterinary Care I was able to ensure her a peaceful and painless death.
posted: 09/19/2023
My pog Pewee and I had to come in and the care they took of her is amazing. The staff is 1000x kind caring gentle and compassionate. If you ever need an amazing emergency vet or regular vet please go there. You will not regret it. They saved my dogs life and my heart. I am forever grateful. The cost was so fair. Thank you VEG you and your employees saved us.
posted: 03/28/2023
I was referred to Dr. G by my roommate and a friend (who is a groomer). Both had been going to Dr. G for many years, and could not have sung her praises more. I made the switch, and I have been very pleased with the level of service, professionalism, and compassion Dr. G and her staff have provided to me and my dogs. Recently, I had to put my senior dog (Patsy) down, and despite being very short-staffed, Dr. G really went above and beyond to ensure that Patsy’s passing was as peaceful and comfortable as possible. Every veterinarian could learn a thing or two from Dr. G and her staff. If I could give more than 5 stars, I would. (Drawing is of my now-deceased Belgian Malinois, Patsy).
posted: 09/16/2022
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