Animal Diagnostic & Wellness Center

4.3 (33)
11816 N 56th St, Temple Terrace, FL 33617, USA

Hours:

Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Friday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Saturday: Closed

Sunday: Closed

How to Save Money at Animal Diagnostic & Wellness 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 11,392
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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SARAH TYRRELL

LOVE, LOVE, LOVE Dr. Ernest and all of the staff. They are SUPER caring and friendly They can always get me in when my baby has an emergency or just her yearly. All of my babies have gone there since 2008. I would HIGHLY RECOMMEND Animal Diagnostic for and of your furry family members.

posted: 04/02/2019

Nick

Best veterinarian and team ever! I travel from Brandon because I want the best for my pets.

posted: 04/19/2021

Dorothy Nappi

I would not take my dogs anywhere else. Dr Ernest is a skilled diagnostician. She has been on the money every time with my 2 dogs. Prior to these 2 I have she graciously helped me with end of life issues for my previous dog. The staff are caring and go above and beyond to help. They are all animal lovers themselves and you certainly feel that. Highly recommend.

posted: 01/21/2021

Killian O'Connor

This team is AWESOME! They have taken care of all of our pets over the last 20 years. I would recommend them. They're friendly, compassionate, and always willing to listen to our concerns. We have special need animals that have had challenges over the years, and Dr. Ernest is always there to help us work through medicine and other challenge that arise from their illnesses. Thank you, Ladies!

posted: 02/04/2020

Maysam Rabbani

I came to this place because my cat had urinary tract infection. Nice and helpful people. They took care of my cat as if it is their own pet. Answered all questions with patience. Showed us how to trim the claws, how to administer pills, etc., the easy way. They did a careful examination which cost me $110 ($75 for the visit, the rest for the medicine and taxes).

posted: 04/22/2019