Westside Veterinary Center
4.7 (663) 220 W 83rd St, New York, NY 10024, USAHours:
Monday: 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
How to Save Money at Westside Veterinary Center
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 | 11,392 |
| 4.9 | Embrace | 14,179 |
| 4.9 | Fetch | 1,995 |
| 4.4 | Figo | 2,561 |
| 4.7 | Hartville | 164 |
| 4.9 | Healthy Paws | 7,475 |
| 4.9 | Lemonade | 781 |
| 3.2 | ManyPets | 2,145 |
| 4.6 | MetLife | 487 |
| 4.8 | Nationwide | 21,391 |
| 4.3 | Pet Assure | 12 |
| 4.7 | PetPartners | 110 |
| 4.5 | Pets Best | 7,194 |
| 4.3 | Pumpkin | 1,131 |
| 4.7 | Spot | 5,194 |
| 4.9 | Trupanion | 60,280 |
| 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
The Best Place ever. Had a hard time finding a place to take my turtle.for care. They were prompt, on top of his care diagnosed him. Treated him and showed me how to administer his injections. The office staff was kind and courteous. I highly recommend anyone with exotics and reptiles check them out.
posted: 08/29/2023
Dr. Friedman is simply phenomenal! As I rushed into the Center early morning (with no appointment), I saw Dr. Friedman walk in with her hot beverage. She was probably looking to enjoy her beverage before starting her day. But as soon as she overheard me tell the receptionist my little princess Lulu's condition, she left her beverage, rushed to the front and immediately took us in! She examined Lulu with such care and kindness, and proceeded to patiently explain matters in layman's terms so I could fully comprehend what was going on with my precious fur baby. She even followed up with a call the next day to check on Lulu. I can't begin to express my gratitude and appreciation for Dr. Friedman. This was my first visit and I will definitely be sharing my positive experience with pet owners. Thank YOU Dr. Friedman!
posted: 03/24/2023
I’ve been going to Westside vet for about 20 years with an assortment of critters - dogs, rabbits and a bunch of cats. What can I say about Westside? They are kind and compassionate and they provide the best care possible - and the fact that they are on the short list of places that provides care for exotics (which includes bunnies) can not be underscored.I cannot recommend them highly enough. They have saved my guys bacon more times than I can count.
posted: 05/06/2023
My cats see Dr. Lewis and she is just wonderful. She's very kind, good with the animals, and clearly explains concepts to people. She's also very transparent about costs and time commitments. Since seeing her, my senior cat with tummy trouble has completely improved. I can't recommend her enough. The rest of the staff is wonderful as well. Even though it's a super busy place, they're always so kind and attentive. If you live in the area, Westside Vet should be your first choice. In all of my years owning animals, they're just the best.
posted: 05/24/2023
I took my dog, Ernie, here for a false alarm, but Dr. Rutherford was so kind and patient! Even though nothing was (thankfully) wrong with my puppy, she was kind and took the time to meet him. I’ll definitely be using this amazing center as my vet in the future!!
posted: 09/21/2023
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