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How to Save on Veterinary Costs at Home Veterinary Care
Preventive care
Routine wellness exams can help identify health issues early, often before they become more serious or expensive to treat. Regular checkups are one of the most effective ways to manage long term veterinary costs.
Compare prescription pricing
Some pet medications prescribed at veterinary clinics may also be available through local or online pharmacies. It can be helpful to compare pricing when appropriate to reduce ongoing medication costs.
Consider pet insurance
Pet insurance may help cover a portion of eligible veterinary expenses depending on the plan, including accidents, illnesses, and in some cases preventive care. Coverage details, reimbursement levels, and deductibles vary by provider.
Why Pet Insurance Information Appears on This Page
Looking for information about Home Veterinary Care? This page also includes pet insurance resources to help pet parents understand how to prepare for unexpected veterinary expenses.
Veterinary care costs can vary widely depending on the type of visit, treatment, or emergency. Many pet parents explore pet insurance before they need it so they are better prepared when unexpected situations arise.
How to Choose a Pet Insurance Provider
Pet Insurance Review helps pet parents compare insurance providers using verified customer reviews and real-world experiences. Our tools make it easier to evaluate providers based on claims experience, service quality, and overall satisfaction.
We have collected more than 220,000 reviews from pet parents, creating one of the largest independent databases of pet insurance feedback available.
How rankings are determined
Unexpected veterinary expenses can happen at any clinic. The providers below are ranked using verified reviews submitted by real pet parents through Pet Insurance Review. Results reflect overall satisfaction, claims experience, and value based on real world feedback. Rankings are updated regularly as new reviews are submitted.
| Rating | Provider | Total Review |
|---|---|---|
| 4.8 | Adoro | 19 |
| 4.5 | AKC | 1,801 |
| 4.4 | ASPCA | 12,226 |
| 4.9 | Embrace | 19,970 |
| 4.9 | Fetch | 5,900 |
| 4.1 | Figo | 2,868 |
| 4.4 | Hartville | 183 |
| 4.9 | Healthy Paws | 11,365 |
| 4.8 | Lemonade | 833 |
| 4.6 | ManyPets | 2,416 |
| 4.7 | MetLife | 11,195 |
| 4.8 | Nationwide | 25,683 |
| 3.9 | Pet Assure | 15 |
| 4.3 | PetPartners | 121 |
| 4.9 | Pets Best | 15,326 |
| 4.8 | Prudent Pet | 2,864 |
| 4.7 | Pumpkin | 3,533 |
| 4.6 | Spot | 11,560 |
| 4.9 | Trupanion | 55,033 |
Compare Pet Insurance Plans
You can compare coverage options from multiple providers to find a plan that fits your budget and your pet’s healthcare needs.
Getting to Know Your Veterinarian
Choosing a veterinarian is an important decision for pet parents. A strong vet relationship is built on trust, communication, and understanding your pet’s individual needs.
Experience
Ask whether the clinic has experience treating your specific type of pet, since care can vary between dogs, cats, and pocket pets.
Emergency Care Procedures
It’s helpful to understand how the clinic handles after-hours emergencies, including whether they provide emergency services or refer to nearby emergency hospitals.
Communication Preferences
Ask how the clinic communicates with pet parents, including updates, test results, and follow up questions.
Breed Specific Health Considerations
Some breeds may be more prone to certain health conditions. Early awareness can help with prevention and early treatment.
Facility Tour
If available, touring the clinic can help you and your pet feel more comfortable before the first visit.
Final Note
Pet care decisions often involve both medical and financial considerations. Having access to trusted veterinary information alongside pet insurance comparisons can help pet parents feel more confident when planning for their pet’s health and wellbeing.
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Reviews from Google
204 reviews
I could never express the gratitude I have for Dr Hottel and her staff at Home Veterinary Care. I would never put my trust elsewhere other than this establishment after the collective experiences I’ve had since acquiring our younger Basset Hound puppy back in November of 2022. In the short 6months I’ve have been blessed to raise this dog I have had I have had a few issues ranging from mild to life threatening. If it wasn’t for the attentiveness of the Vet Tech’s that assisted throughout the appointment, the urgency demonstrated by the Office Receptionists when scheduling the call, and the genuine care/compassion of the DVM at Home Veterinary Care I would have been grieving the loss of my puppy. All of these traits of the staff carry from the core itself being Dr Hottel. It’s not very common in todays world to find the level of care that you receive with every experience here. It’s not the kind of care that only comes with loving what you do but the kind of care that you’d receive from someone that’s truly carrying the weight of your concern every step of the way. What seemed like a visit pertaining to an upset stomach turned into something far worse that resulted in a very serious situation. If the staff had not pushed to get me in as soon as possible; or failed to be patient to complete a proper diagnosis, had not followed proper steps in early process of elimination, contacted a radiologist at an emergency animal hospital, then my puppy would have ultimately passed from a internal and very life threatening situation. Today my puppy is beginning recovery from a successful procedure that was very serious. I’m amazed with the outcome of a bad situation, nothing is ideal when it comes to an emergency. Without going into details we dodged so many factors that could have been fatal to our dog and I can confidently say the only common denominator is the team here. On the road to recovery my girl Laney will be home nagging her basset sister and stopping by to check on her Home Vet Care friends and howling at them in no time hopefully.
Mar 10, 2023
I had my first visit here and it was great.!! Dr holder answered all my questions and took her time with me. I have a very nervous kitty when it comes to vets, but my kitty didn’t growl or hiss once as she was being examined. The dr and assistant were very gentle with her and made her feel comfortable. Her assistant seemed very compassionate as he scratched her neck and comforted her while she was being examined by the dr… In the past at previous vets they used towels and were very aggressive with her which made her hiss, growl, and try to attack… but this visit with the new vet was completely calm and comfortable. I couldn’t believe how calm she was and how she let them handle her with no issues.. thank you for the good experience I am so happy to establish myself and my baby with a great vet !
Aug 30, 2022
Made my 6 yo poodle initial visit to get established and they got him in within a week and a half pretty, quick to me. The office was very clean & the employees were all nice. As soon as Dr Hottel came in she held her arms out and took him into her arms gave him lovins and adored him. He doesn’t usually let new people do that so I know he felt very safe and comfortable towards her. Dr Hottel was very patient and kind, she answered any questions I had. Her vet tech was very sweet as well. The ladies at check out were welcoming and talking to Toby as if he’d been a patient there for a long time! Overall the whole office from the Dr to the techs to the front desk staff were great I am so glad they were referred to me I know my boy will always be in great hands!
Apr 29, 2023
Clean and very professional. Reasonable rates. The tech massaged our cat's head so that he would not feel anxious!
Jun 20, 2023
I loved coming here to see Dr. Holder. She is a wonderful, kind, and compassionate veterinarian. When I needed emergency end of life services for my beloved dog Blondie, I called and was told to go elsewhere, because Dr. Holder was no longer there. My dog couldn’t breathe and was in severe distress and pain. I begged Home Veterinary for help, as the other office they instructed me to go to was over an hour away. Blondie passed away, at home , 7 hours later. She suffered needlessly. I have spent mega money at their office, and was not a problematic patient. I am furious over the their lack of empathy. I highly suggest that you do not consider this office for your beloved pets. You are just a paycheck to them.
Jan 13, 2023
Veterinarians in Elmira, New York
Home Veterinary Care
201 Oakwood Ave, Elmira, NY 14903, USA(607) 734-6505
Petco Vaccination Clinic
831 County Road 64 Big Flats, Consumer Square, Elmira, NY 14903, USA(607) 739-2977
VCA Broadway Animal Hospital
855 Broadway St, Elmira, NY 14904, USA(607) 734-1272
VCA Chemung Valley Animal Hospital
2046 Lake Rd, Elmira, NY 14903, USA(607) 734-5261
Vetco
831 County Road 64 Big Flats, Consumer Square, Elmira, NY 14903, USA(607) 739-2977
Vetco Vaccination Clinic
831 County Rd 64 Big Flats, Consumer Sq, Elmira, NY 14903, USA(607) 739-2977