Bethel Animal Hospital

4.9 (190 reviews)
179 Walkers Mills Rd, Bethel, ME 04217, USA

Hours

Monday 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM Tuesday 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM Wednesday 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM Thursday 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM Friday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Saturday 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM Sunday Closed

How to Save on Veterinary Costs at Bethel 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 Bethel 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

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.

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Rating Provider Total Review
4.8 Adoro 19
4.5 AKC 1,801
4.4 ASPCA 12,235
4.9 Embrace 19,981
4.9 Fetch 5,931
4.1 Figo 2,868
4.4 Hartville 183
4.9 Healthy Paws 11,381
4.8 Lemonade 833
4.6 ManyPets 2,416
4.7 MetLife 11,330
4.8 Nationwide 25,728
3.9 Pet Assure 15
4.3 PetPartners 121
4.9 Pets Best 15,364
4.8 Prudent Pet 2,870
4.7 Pumpkin 3,558
4.6 Spot 11,609
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

4.9

190 reviews

Very professional and caring! Taking Luna there for 8 years, including during the covid restrictions, knowing she is getting the best possible care.

Aug 9, 2023

I hold Bethel Animal Hospital in high regard. My dogs became patients in 2016 and received the best of care, including cancer treatment, throughout their last five years. The team is compassionate toward my animals, and understanding and friendly to me with all my questions and inquiries. I can't imagine allowing anyone else to care for my pets.

Mar 24, 2023

Staff is professional, knowledgeable, and caring. We have been bringing our Great Pyrenees here and he gas developed a bond with the staff. We rmoved about a year ago and make 45 drive back to Bethel Animal Hospital as we trust them with our pets care.

Aug 18, 2023

We have had 5 dogs in our years as dog owners. We started with a vet from town. We kept him til our puppy died. We got four after she died. We heard about Bethel Animal Hospital through a friend and decided to try it. We have been here ever since. Dr. Schubert and Dr. Stuart have been like family to our 2 girls and to the others who are no longer here. They care, they feel their pain, they share their health. If they can't find a solution right then we get called to come back in. They are dedicated to their patients and to us who own them. I will never go anywhere else. Thank you,Doctors, for being there for our girls.

Feb 10, 2023

Mr. Baby Bear-Salem still fits in the sink @ Bethel Animal Hospital for our yearly checkup, evening though he's gotten a bit bigger over the last year was 10.8 lbs. 12/22/2022 weight is a even 13lbs. At 2yrs 3mo. old Thanks again for taking such good care of my fur babies Mr. Baby Bear-Salem 🐈♥️😻 & Miss Daisy 8yrs.7mo.🐈♥️😻

Dec 27, 2022