Berkshire Veterinary Hospital

4.3 (316 reviews)
730 1/2 Crane Ave, Pittsfield, MA 01201, USA

Hours

Monday 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM Tuesday 9:00 AM – 8:30 PM Wednesday 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM Thursday 8:30 AM – 7:30 PM Friday 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM Saturday 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM Sunday Closed

How to Save on Veterinary Costs at Berkshire Veterinary 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 Berkshire Veterinary 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

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.

Top Pet Insurance Providers of 2026
Rating Provider Total Review
4.8 Adoro 19
4.5 AKC 1,801
4.4 ASPCA 12,245
4.9 Embrace 20,005
4.9 Fetch 5,982
4.1 Figo 2,872
4.4 Hartville 183
4.9 Healthy Paws 11,401
4.8 Lemonade 833
4.6 ManyPets 2,416
4.7 MetLife 11,529
4.8 Nationwide 25,781
3.9 Pet Assure 15
4.3 PetPartners 121
4.9 Pets Best 15,400
4.8 Prudent Pet 2,882
4.7 Pumpkin 3,620
4.6 Spot 11,663
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

4.3

316 reviews

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I’ve been with them since moving here in 2007. Dr. Maku and his wonderful staff were able to identify the reason for my Dogs illness, when two other Vets could not! I trust them with my Dogs and I’m always grateful to have them care for my dogs! They are priceless. Thank you.

Oct 6, 2023

My family has been bringing our pets to Berkshire Vet for the last 7 years and we've always liked the professionalism and care that we experience there. We've brought new kittens/puppies there for first visits and shots. We've also brought animals there at the end of their lives for care. Each pet has been treated with compassion and love. Their reminder cards for vaccine updates are appreciated and the speed with which we can set up appointments has been very convenient.

Aug 29, 2024

This place doesn’t care a bit about animals! We adopted our daughter’s cat on January 24th of this year. I unfortunately know that date by heart because that’s the day she passed away suddenly. I say this because we couldn’t find where she brought our Gizmo except that Berkshire Humane Society for Neudering. So I feel like our Gizmo is very sick. So much so that I’m going to lose my job because I can’t leave him. But thanks to Berkshire Vet all I can do is hold him and hope that he’ll be ok until another vet opens at 8am. It’s a disgrace that people that work at a veterinary hospital don’t have any empathy and will just let an animal die because our daughter who again passed away wasn’t a client. We would have been overjoyed to become one ,but apparently that’s not good enough to save an animal’s life in their eyes.

Sep 14, 2024

In the last 2 months we've had 2 dogs with two very different surgeries that were needed. Our 6 yr old Australian cattle dog had a paw vs pane of glass. The surgery went well and the vets & techs were just great! Then our 13 yr old min pin had to have double eye removal surgery. They were so kind, sympathetic, and knowledgeable with any questions we had. Their skill level during the surgery compared to other places that I've seen do this same surgery were leaps and bounds above them. *Overall I'm beyond satisfied with our Berkshire Veterinary Hospital. My bank account isn't but we are. Thanks for all you do it's so greatly appreciated.

Mar 30, 2021

We’re having a very successful experience with them and they’re taking great care of our little boy Brutus, who has ear and joint issues😢. If he needs his meds even on a Sunday, someone is there to take care of it!!!!

Jan 21, 2024