South St Paul Animal Hospital
4.6 (379) 501 Concord St N, South St Paul, MN 55075, USAHours:
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 – 6:00 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at South St Paul 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 4.5 | AKC | 1,796 |
| 4.5 | ASPCA | 12,100 |
| 4.9 | Embrace | 19,757 |
| 4.9 | Fetch | 5,327 |
| 4.1 | Figo | 2,831 |
| 4.5 | Hartville | 179 |
| 4.9 | Healthy Paws | 11,028 |
| 4.8 | Lemonade | 822 |
| 4.6 | ManyPets | 2,413 |
| 4.7 | MetLife | 8,294 |
| 4.8 | Nationwide | 24,771 |
| 3.9 | Pet Assure | 15 |
| 4.3 | PetPartners | 121 |
| 4.9 | Pets Best | 8,891 |
| 4.8 | Pumpkin | 3,077 |
| 4.6 | Spot | 10,830 |
| 4.9 | Trupanion | 55,032 |
| 4.8 | Prudent Pet | 2,671 |
| 4.3 | Adoro | 4 |
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
Dr David and his team of veterinary doctors and staff are very knowledgeable and carrying. The hospital and clinic treats dogs, cats, snakes, turtles, rodents and birds. I would highly recommend bringing your loved pets and companion animals to Dr Dave. I fully endorse and trust South St Paul Animal Hospital.
posted: 12/02/2024
This is the best animal hospital we have visted. Our cat had a urinary blockage and they were able to take him in very quickly. They didn't have any hidden fees and were honest and willing to help us. Everyone who works here seems to really care about the pets. I'll always take my pets back here.
posted: 07/18/2024
I have read some of the negative reviews here and, quite frankly, felt compelled to tell the real story. Despite living on the Minneapolis side of town, I have been taking my pets to South Saint Paul Animal Hospital for nearly 40 years. David Abramowicz, the son of the founder of this hospital whom I also knew well, is the best veterinarian in the Twin Cities. He has grown up breathing, living veterinary medicine. He cares deeply about animals. He is the most competent you will find anywhere, with an unmet level of veterinary knowledge. Whatever ailment I have raised concerns about, he has always known exactly what to do. He is also always available whenever you need him, and thinks practically on behalf of his clients. His staff takes tremendous care to ensure that all of my pets are always treated with dignity and given the best care. If I could give him ten stars instead of five, I would. If you want integrity in animal care, seek the veterinarian that exudes integrity and competence: David Abramowicz.
posted: 03/20/2024
IF I COULD RATE NEGATIVE I WOULD. Just a year and a half ago we had brought our 3 week old kitten there to get a normal evaluation as we had just got him and he was very very young so we wanted to make sure everything was okay with him. Keep in mind he had been walking for maybe a week and a half at this point. We enter the hospital and are met with some friendly receptionists who gladly take some information of ours and wait for the doctor. In the doctor visit we were told that he had rabies, a non developed brain, and possibly had some broken bones due to the fact that he was stumbling a little. We were also told by the doctor that we would need to go to the U of M Veterinary Specialists and get him treated for all the things wrong which would cost THOUSANDS of dollars. Here we are today, year and a half later and he has been perfectly fine with absolutely ZERO issues. Since then we have brought him to Southview Animal Hospital in West St. Paul off Robert St. and they have been nothing but amazing to us. Do not recommend this hospital to anyone.
posted: 01/02/2024
They came out to my car, in the rain, to check the stray cat that I had been taking care of for 5 days for a microchip. He was very helpful in giving me more ideas to find an owner or a foster or someone to adopt.
posted: 09/06/2024