Petroglyph Animal Hospital

3.9 (377)
6633 Caminito Coors NW, Albuquerque, NM 87120, 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 – 6:00 PM

Saturday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Sunday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM

How to Save Money at Petroglyph 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:

Top Pet Insurance Providers of 2024
Rating Provider Total Review
4.4 AKC 889
4.7 ASPCA 5,697
4.9 Embrace 10,255
4.9 Fetch 174
4.4 Figo 587
4.7 Hartville 164
4.9 Healthy Paws 7,475
4.9 Lemonade 781
3.2 ManyPets 11
4.6 MetLife 424
4.8 Nationwide 21,391
4.3 Pet Assure 12
4.7 PetPartners 98
4.5 Pets Best 7,194
4.3 Pumpkin 54
4.7 Spot 160
4.8 Trupanion 55,007
4.8 Prudent Pet 124

Or, you can simply get a fast quote from multiple providers and go from there.

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Getting 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

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Ry Parker

I hardly write reviews but I felt this was worthy of positive feedback. We had to bring our American Bulldog in on a Sunday due to a potentially fatal intestinal obstruction. Not only was the staff kind and understanding, but they were compassionate and caring toward our four legged little girl. The waiting room was packed, but due to the severity, they were able to get expedited blood work and x-rays confirming our fear. Dr. Jones had explained the potential risks and what was involved with the surgery due to the potential of opening the intestines. We agreed and proceeded to trust the good doctor with our pup. She called right after the surgery with great news. Not only was the surgery a success but instead of cutting into the intestines, the object was silicone and circular creating a perfect obstruction but allowing Dr. Jones to milk the object all the way back to be removed via her rear end. The risk for sepsis was avoided and she explained that only if the object has to be removed with surgery, they would always try a safer approach and method. Thank you for all your team has done. We appreciate all of your hard work! Cant recommend enough, especially for a weekend visit.

posted: 09/27/2023

Monica Restivo

Petroglyph Animal Hospital in west Albuquerque is a class act, and that’s why I switched to their services for my beloved doggo. The staff is a well-oiled machine, thorough, knowledgeable, and caring. Thanks for everything, Petroglyph! Signed, One Happy Client! 🐾

posted: 08/05/2023

Jose Diaz

I was going to rate them higher but the interaction on the phone post follow up was not appreciated. Thankful that they were able to see our dog as a walk in on Saturday, 9/16. Not happy about the lack of communication on waiting times. The board stated 2-3 hours and at hour 3.3 we asked about our place in line. We were informed about the many emergencies that had come in and there was only one doctor. Communication would have been appreciated after 2 hours. We spoke with the doctor and they stated that if we needed more medication for our dog, we could request it. Never was it mentioned that it was a 1 dose regiment. The person calling us back asked us if we had read the doctor's note. After getting there at 9am and not leaving until 3p, we were too tired to read the notes and were dependent on the doctor's comment. *After speaking with the clinic manager, I am going to give them grace since it was only one individual. Changing my rating from a 2 to a four.

posted: 09/18/2023

Melissa Dougherty

Of course not the best wait, but I was highly impressed at the kindness and personable attitude of the staff. Even the exit receipt was personalized. Not only that, I was surprised they called to check up on my pet the day after. I felt like they really cared.

posted: 10/02/2023

Wendy Lavatai

Came in as a emergency for my pup who was an 11 year old toy poodle. Had to be put down. Everyone here took very good care of our little Buddy! I thank everyone who was here to help and you guys took such great care of us. At such a difficult time for me and my family! Thank you so very my! 💝

posted: 04/02/2023