Latham Animal Hospital
4.5 (221) 326 Troy-Schenectady Rd, Latham, NY 12110, USAHours:
Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at Latham 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 | 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.
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
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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!
posted: 08/07/2023
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
posted: 06/15/2023
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.
posted: 04/29/2023
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.
posted: 08/15/2023
We arrived on a busy Memorial day. One of 2 emergency veterinary hospital that were open. Staff were caring and very professional.
posted: 06/07/2023
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