Spring Grove Animal Hospital
4.8 (28) 6241 Transit Rd, East Amherst, NY 14051, USAHours:
Monday: 8:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Thursday: 8:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Friday: 8:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday: 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at Spring Grove 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 4.4 | 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
Absolutely wonderful. I recently switched to Dr. Hansen from another local vet who seemed more interested in getting us out the door as quickly as possible than caring for my dog. That was not the case at Spring Grove- our intake interview, annual checkup, and vaccinations took over an hour and it was clear that the priority was to make sure my dog received the best possible care. Dr Hansen made it clear that I could call with concerns at any time, and even offered flexibility on appointment times so we could come in when other dogs would not be present. I never would have found Spring Grove without the recommendation of a friend, but I am so glad that I did.
posted: 06/15/2020
We could not be happier with the care Dr Hansen has provided our dog over the years. We had been going to another vet that was overcharging us and not accurately diagnosing the issue and refused to try other treatments. One visit to Spring Grove and he was diagnosed and put on the proper diet and medicine. And for WAY less money than the other vet! She is the most knowledgeable and caring vet ever! Highly recommend!!!
posted: 04/04/2021
Dr. Hansen is wonderful. She not only diagnosed my dog's infection over the phone, her office called the next day to see how my "baby" was doing, and by the next day my little girl was taken in for emergency surgery. I'm taking all my future pets to her for treatment. It's obvious that her love of animals is more than love of the almighty dollar.
posted: 07/16/2020
We have been going to Dr Hansen for about 3 years, after a bad experience with another vet. It was the best choice we ever made. She literally changed our Maltese's life. Her knowledge and insight is unbelievable. The time and concern she genuinely shows is exceptional. I read the negative comment and I don't believe it ever happened, that is just not the way Dr Hansen would conduct business. We literally treat our dog like a family member, and would not think of ever leaving Dr Hansen. We could not recommend a Veterinarian HIGHER !!! Tom and Gail Gerace
posted: 10/27/2016
Dr. Hansen is absolutely amazing and has cared for our two dogs for the past few years. Both dogs are older and have faced some health issues during that time. Dr. Hansen is very methodical and really thinks things out before making a plan, which we have appreciated very much. At our old vet, often times, they’d throw half a dozen things at our dogs and hoped something worked. Dr. Hansen will try something, request a progress update, and then re-evaluate and treat from there. She takes time with you and your pet, we have never ever felt like we were rushed or that she doesn’t listen to all of our concerns. Our oldest dog was just in for a four night hospital stay with her- we got daily (if not twice daily) progress updates, and Dr. Hansen worked so hard to stabilize our pup, which she successfully did. We cannot thank her enough for her kindness, her thoughtfulness, and her knowledge. She went waaaaaayyyyyy above and beyond for our pup and there is no way to truly show her how appreciative we are!!!! We would highly recommend (and have already done so) Dr. Hansen to our friends and family.
posted: 05/03/2018