Blue Cross Animal Hospital
4.3 (298) 1514 E 11 Mile Rd, Royal Oak, MI 48067, USAHours:
Monday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at Blue Cross Animal Hospital
Schedule Regular Vet Visits
One of the best ways to save on vet bills is to prevent expensive health issues before they develop. By scheduling regular wellness checkups, your vet can detect health issues early, helping you to avoid costly treatments and surgeries down the road.
Price Shop for Pet Prescriptions
Oftentimes our fur babies are prescribed human drugs off-label. Your vet is apt to charge more for these medications than you would pay at your local pharmacy. In fact, big-box or chain pharmacies can offer steep discounts. So it’s best to price shop.
Pet Insurance
Most pet insurance providers will pay between 80% and 90% of the vet bill. You can even get coverage for routine care and things like vaccinations and dental cleanings. If you do the math, you’ll most likely find that pet insurance makes financial sense in the long run as well as gives you peace of mind.
How Do You Choose the Right Pet Insurance Provider?
Pet Insurance Review makes it incredibly easy for pet parents to select an insurance provider they feel good about. You can use our handy comparison tool to get the gist of what a company offers. We’ve also collected over 150,000 reviews of insurance companies from real pet parents like you to rank the top providers in the market. Here is the current ranking of each:
| Rating | Provider | Total Review |
|---|---|---|
| 4.7 | Adoro | 9 |
| 4.5 | AKC | 1,797 |
| 4.4 | ASPCA | 12,161 |
| 4.9 | Embrace | 19,884 |
| 4.9 | Fetch | 5,623 |
| 4.1 | Figo | 2,849 |
| 4.5 | Hartville | 181 |
| 4.9 | Healthy Paws | 11,222 |
| 4.8 | Lemonade | 831 |
| 4.6 | ManyPets | 2,413 |
| 4.7 | MetLife | 10,017 |
| 4.8 | Nationwide | 25,314 |
| 3.9 | Pet Assure | 15 |
| 4.3 | PetPartners | 121 |
| 4.9 | Pets Best | 15,083 |
| 4.8 | Prudent Pet | 2,771 |
| 4.7 | Pumpkin | 3,345 |
| 4.6 | Spot | 11,260 |
| 4.9 | Trupanion | 55,033 |
Or, you can simply get a fast quote from multiple providers and go from there.
Thinking of insuring your pet?
Get Quotes & CompareGetting to Know Your New Vet: Essential Questions to Ask
Choosing a new veterinarian is an important decision for any pet owner. You want to find someone who is competent, compassionate, and a good fit for you and your fur baby. To help you get the most out of your first appointment, here's a list of essential questions to ask your new vet:
Tell me about your experience with [pet type].
Different vets have different areas of specialization. Some are experts with cats, some dogs, some pocket pets, and some horses. Knowing that your vet has vast experience treating your specific type of pet can bring you peace of mind.
How do you handle emergencies?
You must know what to do in case of a pet medical emergency. Inquire what after-hours policy the clinic has, whether they have on-site emergency care available, and if they have a relationship with any nearby emergency animal hospitals.
How do you communicate with pet owners?
Good communication is key to building a trusting relationship with your vet. Ask how they prefer to communicate (phone calls, emails, online portal) and how often you can expect to hear from them.
Are there any breed-specific health concerns I should be aware of?
Some breeds are predisposed to certain health conditions. Knowing what to watch out for can help you catch problems early and get your pet the treatment they need.
Do you have any questions for me about my pet?
This is a great question to ask because the answer will show that the vet is interested in getting to know your pet as an individual and is willing to listen to your concerns.
Bonus question: Can I take a tour of your facility?
Getting a feel for the clinic's environment can help you and your pet feel more comfortable during your visits. Remember, you’re not just looking for a veterinarian, you’re looking for a partnership. Do not be afraid to ask these questions and any others you can think of. Any vet worth their salt will be happy to answer them. Because the more informed you are, the better equipped you'll be to make decisions about your pet's care! And that should be every vet’s top priority.
Reviews from Google
I love Blue Cross. My sister uses them for her fur babies as well. Staff is super friendly. My little kitties were an unplanned surprise. My aunt's neighbor has "outdoor" cats. Well, they didn't spay or neuter so... babies. Of course I had to bring them home as soon as I could. Blue cross got me in right away for their first appointment within 2 days. I think everyone working that day had to see the trio of small fluffy adorables and coo over them. Licorice, Pumpkin and Anchovy are doing fantastic and adjusting well to living the "indoor" cat life. Licorice is still a bit wary of the hoomans, but if you can catch her, she sure does like the chin rubs. HA! *pic for kitten cuteness*
posted: 09/04/2024
Took our 7 week old pup to Blue Cross after hearing such good things about their service. Staff is friendly, vet was great, cost even better. Very happy with Blue Cross. Uodate: Our pup is now 1.5 years, she has had all her shots, her micro-chipping and spaying through Blue Cross. Still could not be more pleased.
posted: 08/23/2024
We have been seeing Blue Cross for a few months. The veterinary was professional. We in for a follow up blood work on time for our appointment. I the pleasure of sitting in the lobby for 30 minutes with no services. Staff was absolutely no help. I had to reschedule and he said they have an opening tomorrow. I asked will be another half hour wait? He said i am not sure. Great customer service
posted: 10/24/2024
Everyone in there were friendly and try their best to make me feel good when I brought my sick dog to them. The Dr. took his time to examine/ evaluate and explain the condition of my dog. Thank you to all of you.
posted: 10/28/2024
My gal pal’s dad’s little 13-year-old Chihuahua was not eating. He was quite concerned, since the dog’s a nice companion, after losing his wife 3 years ago. We decided on Monday that we definitely needed to take “Sparrow” to a vet. Her dad called Sparrow’s normal Vet, they were understanding, but couldn’t squeeze in an emergency appointment. I then decided to try Blue Cross Animal Hospital. We had taken her dog there several years ago, and were very pleased with the care he received. Unfortunately, they were also booked, but the gal at the front desk gave me the number to an emergency clinic in Southfield. I thanked her, and was getting into my vehicle to drive back to her dad’s house, grab Sparrow, and head to Southfield, when the gal from the front desk came out and flagged me down, and said they just got a cancellation, and they could get Sparrow in at 11:00am. So, I went back to her Dad’s house, grabbed everybody and back we went. The Doctor was very kind, understanding, and thorough. He ordered all blood work to be done in house for speed and determined that Sparrow was not only anemic, but also had an intestinal issue (no blockage, the doctor ordered X-rays) and a stomach virus, along with acid reflux. The doctor prescribed several medications, and within a couple days, you could tell Sparrow was feeling better, he was at least eating a little bit; And, by the end of the 10 days of medication, he was back to his old feisty self again. Thanks to all the Doctors and Staff at Blue Cross Animal Hospital!!! I’m pretty sure their actions saved my gal pal’s dad’s little buddies life!!!
posted: 07/17/2024
Veterinarians in Royal Oak, Michigan
Blue Cross Animal Hospital
1514 E 11 Mile Rd, Royal Oak, MI 48067, USA(248) 546-9000
Burrwood Veterinary
4245 W 14 Mile Rd, Royal Oak, MI 48073, USA(248) 581-4500
Hartrick Veterinary Clinic
30955 Woodward Ave Suite 225, Royal Oak, MI 48073, USA(248) 549-3399
North Main Animal Hospital
1611 N Main St, Royal Oak, MI 48067, USA(248) 543-2311
PetWellClinic - Royal Oak
30345 Woodward Ave, Royal Oak, MI 48073, USA(248) 609-3212
Royal Oak Animal Hospital
824 S Main St, Royal Oak, MI 48067, USA(248) 542-7330
Royal Oak Veterinarian
4902 Delemere Ave, Royal Oak, MI 48073, USA(248) 631-4381
Spartan Veterinary Clinic
509 E Thirteen Mile Rd, Royal Oak, MI 48073, USA(248) 752-0204