Kalvig and Shorter Veterinary Associates
4.7 (137) 133 E 39th St, New York, NY 10016, USAHours:
Monday: 8:00 AM – 7:30 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 7:30 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 7:30 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 7:30 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at Kalvig and Shorter Veterinary Associates
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 4.5 | AKC | 1,797 |
| 4.5 | ASPCA | 12,110 |
| 4.9 | Embrace | 19,788 |
| 4.9 | Fetch | 5,403 |
| 4.1 | Figo | 2,832 |
| 4.5 | Hartville | 179 |
| 4.9 | Healthy Paws | 11,076 |
| 4.8 | Lemonade | 822 |
| 4.6 | ManyPets | 2,413 |
| 4.7 | MetLife | 8,759 |
| 4.8 | Nationwide | 24,892 |
| 3.9 | Pet Assure | 15 |
| 4.3 | PetPartners | 121 |
| 4.9 | Pets Best | 8,940 |
| 4.8 | Pumpkin | 3,160 |
| 4.6 | Spot | 10,954 |
| 4.9 | Trupanion | 55,032 |
| 4.8 | Prudent Pet | 2,698 |
| 4.6 | Adoro | 7 |
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
I highly recommend this vet! We've been bringing our two cats, Halloween and Snickerdoodle, to this vet for about three years now. These are very anxious cats who don't generally do well with new people, but they are fairly comfortable/at ease when we bring them here, as the staff always make sure to create a soothing, safe, and predictable environment. We've worked with both Dr. Kalvig and Dr. Shorter, and they both remember our cats and their quirks whenever we bring them in. One thing I want to share as a standout moment in our experience here: Halloween was acting sick and lethargic one night, which of course made me panic. I called the vet the next day, and they were able to calm me down, assess the issue over the phone, get us a quick appointment time, and provide us with the right meds. Halloween recovered in no time and it brought me great peace of mind to know that we have a reliable vet nearby in case something goes wrong.
posted: 12/29/2025
I’ve been bringing my Pomeranian, Luna, to Kalvig and Shorter since she was just a few months old—she just turned 8. Dr. Kalvig has always taken such amazing care of her. She’s extremely thorough, patient, and always takes the time to answer all of my many questions and concerns. I can tell that the entire staff truly loves and cares for every animal that comes through their doors. Kevin and Chris are also amazing. I’m so grateful to have such a dedicated and compassionate team looking after Luna!
posted: 09/15/2025
No place better to have your pet cared for. Our family dogs are in the best of hands here and the care is compassionate, professional and always from the heart. Immense gratitude in particular to: Dr. Shorter Christopher Kevin Devanese
posted: 12/31/2025
Dr Kalvig has been our vet for over 20 years. She's very profession and caring + nice to me + my dogs. The offices are clean + nice + I even board my dogs there when I travel. Her staff are so nice to my dogs when I'm away that I almost feel no guilt in leaving them.
posted: 04/27/2019
My 3-year old Shichon has been a happy patient of this vet practice during my business trips to New York City. The veterinarians we have seen have all been super kind and knowledgeable, and everyone has been really helpful to us while traveling. The level of service and compassion that this group provides to people and their pets (I know many of them) is excellent. I appreciate their follow-up calls to check on Quincy after each visit while they provide prompt f/u information to my regular vet back home. I feel so lucky that one of my co-workers referred me to KSV!
posted: 06/06/2022
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