Nichol Jeff DVM
4.7 (15) 4000 Montgomery Blvd NE, Albuquerque, NM 87109, USAHours:
Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at Nichol Jeff DVM
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 4.4 | AKC | 895 |
| 4.5 | ASPCA | 12,057 |
| 4.9 | Embrace | 20,306 |
| 4.9 | Fetch | 27,416 |
| 4.1 | Figo | 2,786 |
| 4.5 | Hartville | 177 |
| 4.9 | Healthy Paws | 10,740 |
| 4.8 | Lemonade | 815 |
| 4.6 | ManyPets | 2,428 |
| 4.6 | MetLife | 5,696 |
| 4.8 | Nationwide | 21,417 |
| 3.9 | Pet Assure | 15 |
| 4.4 | PetPartners | 117 |
| 4.3 | Pets Best | 14,119 |
| 4.7 | Pumpkin | 2,553 |
| 4.6 | Spot | 9,864 |
| 4.8 | Trupanion | 62,918 |
| 4.8 | Prudent Pet | 2,452 |
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 Nichol was so helpful several years ago when we adopted a rescue dog with issues.His evaluation and advise was so insightful and effective. My daughter adopted a rescue a few months ago. The articles on the website helped us work through some unwelcome behaviors.
posted: 01/25/2022
I have a poodle that developed some serious anxiety / fear-based aggression. We tried everything but it seemed like we had plateaued so we decided to try Dr. Nichol. I'm happy to say that we've continued to make progress and my fur baby is slowly getting better. We still have some work to do, but so far Dr. Nichol has been very understanding and attentive to my poodle's needs. Its been about a year and I don't have anything negative to say about his approach or the progress we've made. I know that behavioral issues can't be cured overnight and take a lot of consistent work, and that's why I'm so appreciative of Dr. Nichol. I can just email him whenever I find myself with a new concern or whatever it may be, and he responds to me with as much advice as possible.
posted: 10/21/2020
Dr. Nichol is very knowledgeable. He is thorough. He is kind. He wants the very best for pets who suffer. I highly elrecommend him for dogs and cats that interact with the world a little differently and just need some help.
posted: 01/10/2023
I've run into a few pet owners now who have had to euthanize their dogs specifically because they followed Jeff Nichol's advice. I consulted him with a very bad behavioral problem a few years ago; I was pretty horrified by the advice he gave me. Evidently anyone can hang out a shingle as an "animal behaviorist", even people who might need a little help themselves. I left his office feeling sorry for his family and any pet owner who goes to him. If you do the opposite of everything he tells you, you might actually solve your problem. Or just go find someone better - there are a few good people in Albuquerque. Just not this one. OH, and if you get his paper from Animal Humane, read it and do the opposite of everything it tells you. Then throw it away.
posted: 11/19/2019
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