A Pet's Friend Animal Hospital

4.7 (146 reviews)
110 Shamrock Blvd, Venice, FL 34293, 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 – 5:00 PM Saturday 7:30 AM – 12:30 PM Sunday Closed

How to Save on Veterinary Costs at A Pet's Friend Animal Hospital

Preventive care

Routine wellness exams can help identify health issues early, often before they become more serious or expensive to treat. Regular checkups are one of the most effective ways to manage long term veterinary costs.

Compare prescription pricing

Some pet medications prescribed at veterinary clinics may also be available through local or online pharmacies. It can be helpful to compare pricing when appropriate to reduce ongoing medication costs.

Consider pet insurance

Pet insurance may help cover a portion of eligible veterinary expenses depending on the plan, including accidents, illnesses, and in some cases preventive care. Coverage details, reimbursement levels, and deductibles vary by provider.

Why Pet Insurance Information Appears on This Page

Looking for information about A Pet's Friend Animal Hospital? This page also includes pet insurance resources to help pet parents understand how to prepare for unexpected veterinary expenses.

Veterinary care costs can vary widely depending on the type of visit, treatment, or emergency. Many pet parents explore pet insurance before they need it so they are better prepared when unexpected situations arise.

How to Choose a Pet Insurance Provider

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Compare Pet Insurance Plans

You can compare coverage options from multiple providers to find a plan that fits your budget and your pet’s healthcare needs.


Getting to Know Your Veterinarian

Choosing a veterinarian is an important decision for pet parents. A strong vet relationship is built on trust, communication, and understanding your pet’s individual needs.

Experience

Ask whether the clinic has experience treating your specific type of pet, since care can vary between dogs, cats, and pocket pets.

Emergency Care Procedures

It’s helpful to understand how the clinic handles after-hours emergencies, including whether they provide emergency services or refer to nearby emergency hospitals.

Communication Preferences

Ask how the clinic communicates with pet parents, including updates, test results, and follow up questions.

Breed Specific Health Considerations

Some breeds may be more prone to certain health conditions. Early awareness can help with prevention and early treatment.

Facility Tour

If available, touring the clinic can help you and your pet feel more comfortable before the first visit.


Final Note

Pet care decisions often involve both medical and financial considerations. Having access to trusted veterinary information alongside pet insurance comparisons can help pet parents feel more confident when planning for their pet’s health and wellbeing.

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Reviews from Google

4.7

146 reviews

During our recent trip to Florida, we brought our baby boy cat here (ok he's 12 but still)... he suffers from megacolon, which basically means he gets constipated to the point of obstipation, despite all our efforts to prevent that from happening. He can be managed with laxatives but every so often, he needs a vet's help. After taking him somewhere else who suggested we put him down, we reached out to Dr. Walsh. They assured us that Diesel's case was not as bad as the other vet seemed to think. They took excellent care of him, changed his meds a bit to something more appropriate and easier to give him (powder vs sticky syringe in his mouth). Their office follows up every so often with us to check on him. He's a happy boy and has been regularly going to the bathroom, which makes us happy! We'd highly recommend A Pet's Friend because that's what they are, our pet's friend.

Apr 16, 2023

For 10 years my work has seen me often taking numerous animals to over 100 different clinics across 2 countries and without hesitation I can thoroughly recommend A Pet's Friend as one of the absolute best. If you live in the area, go there. Just do it. My 17 year old cat, Kazu, was looked after with the best care in a super clean, organized, efficient and loving environment. Being able to drop off in the morning before work and then pick up later on is *such* a convenience and the doctor does not pad the bill or over-medicate as he is a genuine cat (and dog!) lover. Go there. You will not regret it. You will love it.

Jun 9, 2023

Very kind and sweet the staff is at that office! My cat died in the am. I called this vet's office, and they said to bring him in, and they would take care of my cat. They also sent me a sympathy card, and I have never been to that office before.

Sep 7, 2023

I can not talk highly enough of A Pets Friend. We have been bringing my family’s dogs here since I was a little girl. Now that I’m grown up, Ive been bringing my dogs there always knowing that they are in the best care that I could wish for. My 13 year old lab Buddie fell ill right before Christmas this past year, and Dr. Walsh and Jaime did everything they could to get him in the best health so that he could come home and spend his last Christmas with me and my family. I got Buddie for Christmas when I was in fifth grade so it was important to me to spend one last Christmas with him. They made my wish come true and nursed him back to health and he spent his last Christmas with me. When it was time for Buddie to join doggy heaven, Dr. Walsh and Jaime were both with us for that incredibly hard time and held our hand and cried with us. I now bring both of our young Dalmatians to them knowing they are in the best care. If you are looking for a vet office that actually cares about your pets, and isn’t just hounding you for money this is the place to go. They are seriously the best, and I recommend them to anyone I talk to with pets!

Mar 17, 2023

We've been going to A Pet's Friend for over 33 years. Dr. Walsh is kind, compassionate, and our pet's love going there! He's fairly priced, and has always taken our pet's health to heart! He's been there in good times and in sad times too. I do agree that over the years, there have been some issues with the desk staff not representing the office as professionally as they should, but we have been very pleased with our overall experience with Dr. Walsh and couldn't imagine taking our furry family members anywhere else..

Jul 18, 2019