Chesapeake Veterinary Surgical Specialists
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How to Save on Veterinary Costs at Chesapeake Veterinary Surgical Specialists
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 Chesapeake Veterinary Surgical Specialists? 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 | 13 |
| 4.5 | AKC | 1,798 |
| 4.4 | ASPCA | 12,190 |
| 4.9 | Embrace | 19,924 |
| 4.9 | Fetch | 5,747 |
| 4.1 | Figo | 2,856 |
| 4.4 | Hartville | 182 |
| 4.9 | Healthy Paws | 11,285 |
| 4.8 | Lemonade | 831 |
| 4.6 | ManyPets | 2,414 |
| 4.7 | MetLife | 10,568 |
| 4.8 | Nationwide | 25,483 |
| 3.9 | Pet Assure | 15 |
| 4.3 | PetPartners | 121 |
| 4.9 | Pets Best | 15,170 |
| 4.8 | Prudent Pet | 2,821 |
| 4.7 | Pumpkin | 3,427 |
| 4.6 | Spot | 11,395 |
| 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
40 reviews
My 7lb. Yorkshire Terrier was admitted to CVSS Columbia because of a completely torn CCL ligament in her left hind leg! I took her there because She had previous surgeries on her legs due to Patella Laxation in both her rear legs 3 years ago! She was operated on by Dr. Keets an his wonderful team! The outcome was perfect!❤️ So when her CCL was injured there was ABSOLUTELY NO ONE ELSE that I wanted to operate on my Baby! Dr. keets, Helen and the rest in the team are exceptional! I have never seen such caring and understanding of her injury and my feelings about the surgery! They did everything they could to make me feel comfortable and secure in the fact that She was in excellent hands! I WOULD ABSOLUTELY RECOMMEND CVSS AND DR. KEETS, HELEN AND ALL THE STAFF AT CVSS-COLUMBIA! If You love your Fur Baby take them nowhere else because they are the absolute best! ❤️❤️❤️CVSS, Dr. Keets & Helen! ❤️❤️❤️❤️THANK YOU ALL SO VERY MUCH! LOVE CHOLITA’S MOM!
Feb 26, 2022
Nurse Helen, Dr. Keats and everyone there is amazing. Our pittie, Belle, had acl surgery then a couple weeks later had a mast cell tumor removal/skin tag removal and everything was wonderful. Our girl loves them, wags her tail walking in and out! They're so information and detailed oriented. During each visit Dr. Keats called and explained absolutely everything from what surgery would be best, what happens during surgery, and post op care, he answered all our questions, and made us feel at ease. We would recommend them to anyone!
Apr 18, 2022
I can't say enough positive things about Chesapeake Veterinary Surgical Specialists. My dog Lola went here for a major surgery and the care we received was amazing. Dr. Keats was so kind and took great care of her. Every time he called us he was so patient and informative. He answered all of our questions, you can truly tell he cares. Every interaction I have had has been pleasant. This includes scheduling with the surgical team, checking on Lola in the emergency room over night, to chatting with Helen at her post op skin checks. Every team member took great care of my pup and it meant a lot!
Oct 4, 2021
Five ++ Stars. Dr Keats and the staff are incredible. Our dog has thyroid cancer and Dr Keats and his staff took such good care of her. Incredibly professional, compassionate, transparent, and most important communicative. Dr Keats personally called me on a regular basis for updates. It meant a great deal to us. I couldn’t be happier with the service we received from CVSS. Worth every penny. Thank you Dr Keats and staff!! We are forever grateful to you all for saving our sweet Annabelle’s life.
Mar 6, 2020
Dr. Keats and the team did an absolutely amazing job taking care of our girl! They removed her soft tissue sarcoma with clear margins after the lab results came in. The communication during the entire process as well as follow up care was absolutely phenomenal! We wish Dr. Keats all the best in his new adventures!
Jun 28, 2022
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