Washburn Becky DVM
4.9 (243) 224 Dawson Rd, Capitan, NM 88316, USAHours:
How to Save Money at Washburn Becky 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 | 889 |
| 4.7 | ASPCA | 11,392 |
| 4.9 | Embrace | 14,179 |
| 4.9 | Fetch | 1,995 |
| 4.4 | Figo | 2,561 |
| 4.7 | Hartville | 164 |
| 4.9 | Healthy Paws | 7,475 |
| 4.9 | Lemonade | 781 |
| 3.2 | ManyPets | 2,145 |
| 4.6 | MetLife | 487 |
| 4.8 | Nationwide | 21,391 |
| 4.3 | Pet Assure | 12 |
| 4.7 | PetPartners | 110 |
| 4.5 | Pets Best | 7,194 |
| 4.3 | Pumpkin | 1,131 |
| 4.7 | Spot | 5,194 |
| 4.9 | Trupanion | 60,280 |
| 4.8 | Prudent Pet | 124 |
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. Washburn is the most compassionate veterinarian I’ve ever had the pleasure of meeting. She has taken care of all our pet’s needs. From four dogs to two reptiles. She is very knowledgeable and tries her best to fit everyone in.
posted: 06/07/2023
She’s so awesome. Our dogs got in hated with fleas. Never had them before. Ever. My 11 yr old lab ended up with a severe allergic reaction to his skin. Fire red. Scratched raw. Caused a hot spot that was more of a hole. My Carolina couldn’t stop scratching. She saw them both. Charged one visit and exam fee and gave steroid injections. What a relief!!! Dogs had stopped scratching no matter what we did on our own. She was able to squeeze them in in less than 24 hours. We were so grateful. Poor baby’s. She also confirmed my mommy feelings about my 16 yr old chi who tore her axle and had subluxation in her knees. Our home vet wanted us to spend 10k and have all three fixed by an ortho surgeon with 6 months of serious Physical Therapy. I didn’t want to put her old self through all that pain. She’s blind. Deaf. 7 teeth. I was made to feel like. Bad mommy. Dr Becky confirmed I was doing the right thing for her at this age. What a oil relieving confirmation. As long as she wasn’t in pin then we feet symptom. We will know when she is in pain. She’s 16. Bless her. But thanks again Dr Becky. You’re our vet at least 5 months out of the year!!
posted: 08/04/2023
Becky has gone out of her way and way out of her hours to help me with my goats! She is beyond dedicated to animals. My goats are my babies. And we’re not planned additions to my family. They were brought to me not thriving. With Becky’s expertise and experience with goats I was able to keep them alive and grow them into 2 yr old healthy girls! She is truly an amazing woman and vet!
posted: 05/20/2023
Dr. Becky Washburn has a fine way of working with people and animals, all at the same time. Visiting her clinic in the hills surrounding Capitan is like a mini-paradise. The rescue animals on the property appear happy and healthy - some are even friendly! And my pets are always very happy to see her on repeat visits. Because of my experience as an ethical research writer as well as having worked in animal rescue for decades, I can confidently say that Dr. Washburn is as equally skilled and professional as she is empathetic and compassionate to an animal's needs and well-being. Having worked professionally in advocating for humane practices in animal testing, I feel quite safe and secure leaving my creatures to her and her clinic staff's excellent quality care.
posted: 04/18/2023
I Really enjoyed becky , she was very knowledgeable , answered any question that I had had , the timing was perfect , I was able to get my dog in that day for her shots , quick and easy and we were on our way . Mind you she has a bunch of beautiful animals in her farm that we got to check out while we waited outside , while she prepared her shots. The shots .
posted: 07/19/2023