Miller & Associates - Brewster

4.5 (11)

120 Nichols Rd, Brewster, NY 10509, USA

Best Pet Insurance in Brewster, New York 2024

Hours:

Monday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM

Tuesday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM

Wednesday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM

Thursday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM

Friday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM

Saturday: Closed

Sunday: Closed

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How to Save Money at Miller & Associates - Brewster

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?

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4.7	Hartville	164
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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

Danielle

I waited a while to post this review but enough time has passed now for me to say that it stands true. First, I’d like to note that while this practice might be popular because of Dr. Miller’s name being on it, you will likely never see him or hear from him. We have dealt with three of their vets. Unless you are associated with a big barn or high end show, don’t expect them to run out for your emergencies. They treated our mare for 2 years and in two years I gave them complete freedom to run whatever tests they needed to and do any injections they felt were necessary. I can tell you that if you read through her medical file you will see, they hadn’t the slightest clue what was going on with her but they kept guessing and treating and I kept paying in hopes it would resolve our lameness issues. After a few different sets of injections I was told that it was actually just her conformation and that we should not do anymore work. In August, we noticed a slight limp and called them out immediately. They sent someone out (who I will say was very nice) but I don’t think she knew where to begin either so we did another round of test and blocks. They then said she was fine for work and that we should Bute her and see how she was doing. A week later and after two rides, she was grade 4 lame. Again, we had them come out and the vet that came out was awful. So rude and cold. She repeated all the same tests and said she thought it was something totally different, recommended boots and stall rest with a recheck in a week. When the next one came out she redid all the same tests and came to a different conclusion than the other 3 but said she really couldn’t be certain. In the end she recommended stall rest for 6 months (without knowing what was actually wrong). We ended up consulting with a different vet in the end and they were able to diagnose her via x-ray within an hour of seeing her. They let a degenerative condition go on for 2 years while ignoring the textbook (as I was told by other vets) symptoms. They had no problem sending all the bills but they couldn’t even be bothered to call after they received the results. Nothing. To me, that shows a true lack of caring in addition to the huge mistakes they made along the way. Don’t trust a fancy name. They allowed an animal to suffer for years and couldn’t even be bothered to say anything after. That speaks volumes.

posted: 04/09/2023

Nancy Eggers

Dr Wooten and her associate Ashley came to my home and did our horses annual dentistry. They both were beyond a pleasure and extremely competent and professional. I highly refer Dr. Sarah Wooten for all of your equine Dentistry needs, as she is very caring and knowledgeable.

posted: 03/14/2019