Long Island Bird & Exotics Veterinary Clinic

4.3 (276)
333 Great Neck Rd, Great Neck, NY 11021, USA

Hours:

Monday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM

Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM

Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM

Thursday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM

Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Saturday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Sunday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

How to Save Money at Long Island Bird & Exotics Veterinary Clinic

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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Alyssa Puccio

Where do I start? As a first time reptile owner and not too sure where to go for an issue such as the one Mango might be going through currently, I did some research and found this place online. From the front desk, to the assistants, and then to the amazing Doctor. I truly can’t thank you all enough for not only calming my worry wart self but the knowledge, and very thorough questions as well as awesome advice on how we can treat and make sure Mango has the best life. I left the clinic tonight feeling a whole lot better for my scaly baby. So with that being said, if you’re a new or an experienced reptile owner this is the Vet for you!

posted: 09/27/2023

Caitlin Mahabeersingh

Today was my first time at Long Island Exotics, and I’ve finally found a place I can trust well enough to take care of my avians. I’ve been to many vets but this is the first one that sat down and explained everything to me thoroughly, and I felt safe leaving my senior bird in their care. Not only are they friendly and welcoming, but they’re informative and sincere with the level of care that they provide. I’ll continue to drive the distance just to get there, because the care and expertise they provide is exceptional. This is the only vet I’ll be coming to with my birds. I truly adore this clinic and I’ll be a customer for all of my years to come. Lastly, here’s a photo of Bean Sprout, the cute mascot that greets you at the door.

posted: 07/17/2023

Quinn Boyle

I can’t express how amazing this vet is. My bunny stopped eating and went through GI Stasis, I brought her there in a panic and they were so kind, knowledgeable, and helpful. They treated her for about 3 days and brought her back to perfect health. I can’t recommend them enough.

posted: 09/20/2023

Kevin Chu

I brought my guinea pig here since he was wheezing and I thought he had developed a growth under his lip. The staff was super friendly and took really good care of my little boy. Turned out he didn't have a growth under his lip, it was just stuck on food or something but the doctor did prescribed him something for the wheezing. After finishing the medicine he hasn't had any issues and has been a lot more active. I would definitely recommend this place if your guinea pig needs a vet!

posted: 05/18/2023

Idalia Hernandez

I am so blessed to have found such a great place to treat my bunny. Benito, my bunny wasn’t feeling well for a couple days so I decided to take him here. The minute I walked into this office, I felt calm and peaceful because how amazing the staff welcomed me and Benito. They were super kind, sweet and careful when treating my bunny. After he was treated by Dr. Gina, he came back home and started feeling better, and his appetite came back. Thank you ☺️

posted: 06/09/2023