Latham Animal Hospital
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How to Save on Veterinary Costs at Latham Animal Hospital
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 Latham Animal Hospital? 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 | 12,227 |
| 4.9 | Embrace | 19,970 |
| 4.9 | Fetch | 5,909 |
| 4.1 | Figo | 2,868 |
| 4.4 | Hartville | 183 |
| 4.9 | Healthy Paws | 11,371 |
| 4.8 | Lemonade | 833 |
| 4.6 | ManyPets | 2,416 |
| 4.7 | MetLife | 11,221 |
| 4.8 | Nationwide | 25,693 |
| 3.9 | Pet Assure | 15 |
| 4.3 | PetPartners | 121 |
| 4.9 | Pets Best | 15,328 |
| 4.8 | Prudent Pet | 2,865 |
| 4.7 | Pumpkin | 3,539 |
| 4.6 | Spot | 11,570 |
| 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
221 reviews
I have been with the practice forever, first going with my Mother and our family pets '88-03. When my Minny came to me 12 years ago I didn't hesitate to return. Every single visit was a problem for years. I stayed. Then we got Dr. Shaw. She was amazing. Well we had an emergency. They tried to fit us in and couldn't. We went to the emergency vet down the road. Unfortunately my beautiful Minny didn't make it home. I called the practice to tell them what happened. I was told the emergency vet had called. I asked they remove future appointments and I was assured it would be done. I haven't heard from the practice since. Chewy sent flowers, the ER sent condolences, but I heard NOTHING from Latham Animal until today when I was sent a confirmation text...for an appointment...for my dead little girl. Don't waste your time and money here. Don't. 12 years and thousands of dollars and you can't even sent a form letter on the passing of a patient. This practice should be embarrassed!
Aug 7, 2023
I chose this place because there were some reviews that were really nice. When my dog got really sick this place did not have the decency to find some time to squeeze my dog in he had cancer and he was almost on his deathbed. If a wet place does not have time for critical animals then they should not be in business. Anyone who love their pets should never go to this wet they have no heart
Jun 15, 2023
Our cat does annual exams in this place. When we called last Friday and tried to get an appointment because our cat stopped drinking and eating, instead of taking us in right away, we had to waited until Monday for our appointment. After notifying them that the cat still didn’t eat or drink they did a few tests and prescribed 2 prescriptions, (one says “take it with food”) with the total visit under an hour and a charge of $500. They didn’t give us any constructive advice, kind of just let us wish the cat will heal by herself and have appetite to eat out of sudden. Even though there is a diagnosis, in terms of the solution, they suggest” just wait and see”, “ come back in two weeks”. I had to ask, if the cat doesn’t eat or drink, how is it possible that she will live for another two weeks? Called back again on the following day, explained her condition once again. Front desk said they will have their doctor to give us a call back. Yet until this second, a day after our cat passed, no returning calls received. They can’t not even seize how badly the cat was hurt and ill, they didn’t do anything to help the cat’s illness, they can’t take us in again because they want to let us believe the cat will magically recover by herself, and if anything, please go to the ER to seek for real help. My cat passed away just yesterday, and I couldn’t thank Latham animal hospital more, for not helping, not caring, noting but the extremely expensive charges.
Apr 29, 2023
They've taken such good care of our dog who has a heart murmur and had heartworm. Only downside for us is the 2.5hr drive.
Aug 15, 2023
We arrived on a busy Memorial day. One of 2 emergency veterinary hospital that were open. Staff were caring and very professional.
Jun 7, 2023
Veterinarians in Latham, New York
Banfield Pet Hospital
609 Troy-Schenectady Rd, Latham, NY 12110, USA(518) 220-9017
Bayberry Veterinary Care
637 Loudon Rd # 4, Latham, NY 12110, USA(518) 783-9282
Capital District Veterinary Referral Hospital
222 Troy-Schenectady Rd, Latham, NY 12110, USA(518) 785-1094
Capitaland Animal Hospital
890 Troy-Schenectady Rd, Latham, NY 12110, USA(518) 785-5531
Latham Animal Hospital
326 Troy-Schenectady Rd, Latham, NY 12110, USA(518) 785-1481
Schwoegler Melinda DVM
222 Troy-Schenectady Rd, Latham, NY 12110, USA(518) 456-0852
Upstate Veterinary Specialties
152 Sparrowbush Rd, Latham, NY 12110, USA(518) 783-3198
VCA Shaker Animal Hospital
223 Maxwell Rd, Latham, NY 12110, USA(518) 458-9669