Massachusetts Animal Medical Center
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How to Save on Veterinary Costs at Massachusetts Animal Medical 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 Massachusetts Animal Medical 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 | 12,245 |
| 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
116 reviews
I was hesitant to leave this review because up until recently I have never had an issue with this place. I started bringing my puppy to a doctor who no longer works there in November of 2021. Staff and my original doctor were amazing. As of recently I have been disgusted with this place. I took my pup in 2 months ago for an ear infection (he’s prone to them and I’ve brought him in enough times with my old doctor with 0 issues). Somehow I was ran up a bill for over $400 the first time bringing him with this new doctor. Not to mention they cut his nails so short I heard his screaming from the lobby. His nails were all bleeding and split to the base. My dog was limping for months and I’ve been unable to get his nails trimmed elsewhere because I’m being told the splits in his nails need to heal completely to avoid further pain for him. The doctor I most recently have seen has given medicine to him for issues that do not work. After 2 months his ear infection never fully went away. She tried ordering lab testing and giving him the same exact meds that didn’t work, regardless of me telling her what he’s had that worked in the past. Come to find out she prescribed him unmedicated ear cleaning solution then tried to charge me $600 for bringing him back a second time. There is no reason I should be paying $1000 in 2 months for my ear infection prone dog to get proper treatment that works. My old doctor never over charged me , the new vets seem to only care about high ticket prices and not about actually helping your animal.
Aug 23, 2023
I am hesitant to leave this review as Dr. Brinker is a very nice lady. I switched to this vet after my dog’s original vet closed down. My pup was drinking water non-stop and urinating excessively (inside the house which he hadn’t done for 10 years). After probably 2k in testing, I was told it was “behavioral” for which I protested repeatedly. Fast forward 2 months and I brought him to a new vet after he stopped being himself and the vet immediately diagnosed him with diabetes. He was on the verge of hospitalization, had horrible blood work and a UTI as a result of his undiagnosed diabetes. After just one shot of insulin, he is back to himself and has gradually started to drink less water. I am sad that I trusted this vet to take care of my baby only to later find out he was suffering for months. FYI, it’s not hard to diagnose diabetes!!!
Nov 4, 2023
Dr. Oliver , I would like to thank you for excellent care of Angel over the years. Your amazing staff makes the experience easy, caring and loving 🐕♥️ Best regards, Angel and Terri
Jan 11, 2024
Our annual physical experience ended with a front desk attendant rudely sating we did not "understand the doctor" and did not bring a sufficient amount of fecal matter for the lab test. Fighting with clients is a thing of the past, not to mention that telling someone they did not "listen to the doctor", when the doctor's assistance said "you only need a tiny bit" shows how low quality this place has become. When speaking to another vet, they advised us that they typically tell people to bring back a teaspoon or two in the container. Simply awful customer service...
Aug 3, 2023
Veterinarians in Watertown, Massachusetts
Bond Vet - Watertown
537 Arsenal St, Watertown, MA 02472, USA(617) 675-3985
Heal Veterinary Clinic
150 Belmont St, Watertown, MA 02472, USA(617) 932-5166
Massachusetts Animal Medical Center
380 Pleasant St, Watertown, MA 02472, USA(617) 923-1700
Moore Vet Clinic
674 Main St, Watertown, MA 02472, USAPet Haven Animal Hospital
153 Mt Auburn St, Watertown, MA 02472, USA(617) 924-1616
Specialty at PetMedic | Veterinary Dermatology
347 Main St, Watertown, MA 02472, USA(617) 744-9540
Watertown Animal Hospital
404 Main St, Watertown, MA 02472, USA(617) 926-8888