Veterinary Specialty Center
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How to Save on Veterinary Costs at Veterinary Specialty Center
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 Veterinary Specialty Center? 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
Pet Insurance Review helps pet parents compare insurance providers using verified customer reviews and real-world experiences. Our tools make it easier to evaluate providers based on claims experience, service quality, and overall satisfaction.
We have collected more than 220,000 reviews from pet parents, creating one of the largest independent databases of pet insurance feedback available.
How rankings are determined
Unexpected veterinary expenses can happen at any clinic. The providers below are ranked using verified reviews submitted by real pet parents through Pet Insurance Review. Results reflect overall satisfaction, claims experience, and value based on real world feedback. Rankings are updated regularly as new reviews are submitted.
| Rating | Provider | Total Review |
|---|---|---|
| 4.8 | Adoro | 19 |
| 4.5 | AKC | 1,801 |
| 4.4 | ASPCA | 12,230 |
| 4.9 | Embrace | 19,973 |
| 4.9 | Fetch | 5,921 |
| 4.1 | Figo | 2,868 |
| 4.4 | Hartville | 183 |
| 4.9 | Healthy Paws | 11,375 |
| 4.8 | Lemonade | 833 |
| 4.6 | ManyPets | 2,416 |
| 4.7 | MetLife | 11,266 |
| 4.8 | Nationwide | 25,712 |
| 3.9 | Pet Assure | 15 |
| 4.3 | PetPartners | 121 |
| 4.9 | Pets Best | 15,353 |
| 4.8 | Prudent Pet | 2,868 |
| 4.7 | Pumpkin | 3,551 |
| 4.6 | Spot | 11,597 |
| 4.9 | Trupanion | 55,033 |
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
1,848 reviews
I highly recommend Veterinary Specialty Center and Dr. Mitch Robbins. My dog, Frank, was diagnosed with hip dysplasia and a disc injury at a young age, and Dr. Robbins has provided him with excellent care ever since. Dr. Robbins is a highly skilled veterinarian and surgeon. He is also very compassionate and understanding. He took the time to explain Frank's condition to me in detail and answer all of my questions. He also made sure that I understood the different treatment options available and the risks and benefits of each option. Dr. Robbins continues to monitor Frank's condition and provides him with ongoing care. He is always available to answer my questions and give me advice. I am so grateful for Dr. Robbins and the entire team at Veterinary Specialty Center. They have given Frank a second chance at life, and I am so happy that he is in their care. Here are some specific examples of the amazing care and attention that Frank has received from Dr. Robbins: Dr. Robbins always takes the time to explain everything to me in detail and answer all of my questions.He is very compassionate and understanding. He always puts Frank's needs first. Dr. Robbins continues to monitor Frank's condition and provides him with ongoing care. He is always available to answer my questions and give me advice. I highly recommend Dr. Robbins and Veterinary Specialty Center to anyone who needs specialized care for their pet. Trust me, you will be in good hands.
Sep 21, 2023
THE BEST OF THE BEST!!!! Veterinary Specialty Center is the only place I will bring my dog if he is sick or unwell. He was hospitalized at VSC for 48 hours after eating grapes and then returned daily for treatments in the hyperbaric chamber, fluids and bloodwork to monitor his kidney and liver values. Dr. Herring and Dr. Vietti are the best of the best and I trust them completely! The personalized care they not only gave to my Louie but also meeting with me daily to go over his bloodwork was so reassuring and something most doctors would never do. They saved Louie (more than once)! I trust them both more than I trust my own doctors. I was given all of the information and advice from them on a day to day basis and was never left in the dark. Truly, Dr Herring and Dr. Vietti are the absolute best doctors by far! Besides the incredible care they gave to my Louie, the nurses, techs, front door staff, cleaning crew and everyone else in between were wonderful! I love everything about VSC and I’ve made it well known on different social media platforms! I wouldn’t go anywhere else! (I can feel the love that Dr. Herring, Dr. Vietti and the staff have for my little Louie! It’s so comforting to know that almost everyone knows Louie and when they walk past him, they have to stop to say hello & give him a little love). I’m so grateful for all of the care he received to bring him back to good health! Thank you to everyone who helped with his care and recovery!!
Aug 2, 2023
Top tier experience. I don't leave reviews often but if you are in need of emergency/speciality animal care -- look no further. Go here. I initially went to VEG (which also was great but they did not have an ultrasound system available) and they told us to go to VSC. I should have gone to VSC from the start. VSC took AMAZING care of my cat as he was hospitalized for 3 days while very ill. He had a rare infection in his gall bladder/liver causing him to be jaundice and sick and anemic. They literally saved his life and I am so grateful. All of the techs and doctors that worked on his case and that I interacted with were attentive to any questions I had and extremely knowledgable, professional and kind. The facility was clean and well kept and I felt safe knowing my kitty was here for several days. During visiting hours, I was even able to go back and see my cat in the emergency area and sit with him for a while and feed him. I would absolutely 100% recommend VSC to anyone who needs specialty/emergency pet care that can afford this type of treatment. Yes, emergency pet care is very expensive but I was able to use my separate pet insurance company to cover 90% of the costs. It was worth it to me to have my fur baby still by my side and for him to return to being a happy, healthy kitty ❤️ VSC is the best of the best. Pablo says thanks VSC!!!
Oct 2, 2023
We had to bring our cat in for an er visit because she was extremely sick and had history with chronic illnesses, we unfortunately had to say goodbye to our sweet girl but the compassion and professionalism we received was unmatched and we’ve seen our fair share of veterinarians. They handled everything with so much care and made sure we fully understood every step of her treatment and were on the same page as far as next steps. Our doctor explained everything extremely well and was happy to answer our many many questions. It was an extremely difficult situation but because of the help and kindness we received we were able to look back and be so thankful for everything that was done for our cat Freya. Thank you Dr Emiliano and thank you to everyone else who helped us through such a difficult time.
Sep 14, 2023
We were referred to Veterinary Specialty Center by our vet for emergency surgery. Within minutes of arriving at VSC, they had our pet (a 3-yr old GSP named Luna) back imaging her abdomen. Within 15 minutes we were discussing the Emergency Doctor regarding the surgery (removal of gallbladder due to rupture), and our options. The Doctor went over the procedure and risks, along with the timing for recovery (if she made it that far). She told us the Surgeon was waiting. After approval, we received a text message that Luna was responding well to anesthesia, and surgery would begin in a few minutes. Within an hour and a half, we received a call from Dr. Robbins letting us know the surgery was successful. We received updates from the Critical Care doctors (Dr. Sharpe, and Dr. Herring) twice a day for the 4 days Luna was in the ICU. They were direct, and honest with us while being empathetic to the emotional roller coaster, having a really sick pet in the ICU can entail. Their communication kept us informed, and involved in the best ways to care for Luna. Luna has since returned to her old self, chasing squirrels and birds, wrestling with her canine brothers, and snuggling at night. She is our miracle child. We are convinced we would have lost her if it weren’t for VSC. Highly Recommend!
Sep 13, 2023