York Veterinary Center
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How to Save on Veterinary Costs at York Veterinary Center
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 York Veterinary Center? 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 | 12,226 |
| 4.9 | Embrace | 19,970 |
| 4.9 | Fetch | 5,900 |
| 4.1 | Figo | 2,868 |
| 4.4 | Hartville | 183 |
| 4.9 | Healthy Paws | 11,365 |
| 4.8 | Lemonade | 833 |
| 4.6 | ManyPets | 2,416 |
| 4.7 | MetLife | 11,195 |
| 4.8 | Nationwide | 25,683 |
| 3.9 | Pet Assure | 15 |
| 4.3 | PetPartners | 121 |
| 4.9 | Pets Best | 15,326 |
| 4.8 | Prudent Pet | 2,864 |
| 4.7 | Pumpkin | 3,533 |
| 4.6 | Spot | 11,560 |
| 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
150 reviews
I lived downtown for many years and even after moving to the Upper East Side eight years ago, I continued traveling back to the Village to see my longtime vet because I trusted him so much. When he retired, I was anxious about finding someone new. Finding Dr. Herman has been such a relief. He’s taken wonderful care of my two cats, Ginger and Fred, and he’s always attentive, compassionate, and available. The entire staff — every tech and assistant — is warm, professional, and genuinely caring. I’m so grateful to have found this practice. Ginger, Fred, and I are in excellent hands.
Dec 10, 2025
With my 3 chihuahuas, İ had to move overseas for family reasons. İ was so worried about the move. Dr.Herman and his team eased all my concerns.They handled all the tests, paperwork, health certificates we needed in time. After a smooth if not a very long trip we arrived in Turkiye.Thank you so much. İ highly recommend York Veterinary Center. They really care and love your pets.
Nov 20, 2025
DO NOT BRING YOUR PET HERE! Firstly, Dr. Spencer Herman has the worst bedside manner of any vet I've ever come across. Secondly, he isn't a good vet: I had to put my sweet angel dog down and DR. HERMAN did not administer the first shot correctly, causing my dog to badly choke - it was torture. This was already the worst day of my life, and to have a vet not know what he is doing was just unimaginable. And what I couldn't mentally digest was that this man NEVER apologized and was passive aggressive towards me - not exactly what you want when you're going through emotional hell already. I never returned and have spread the word like wildfire. *TO NOTE: he even had his kind staff all walk out on him on the same day about 2 years ago, which to me just confirms how truly cold-hearted he is. Not sure who he's paying to write these other reviews, as I've met many others who have also had very negative and unprofessional experiences there. What's more, if you read his bad reviews, he does not own up to anything...instead, he lies, saying the reviewer must have the wrong office, or we don't have your records, et al. Really? Gaslighting people who paid you and trusted you? Have some respect.
Feb 2, 2026
I am so thankful to Dr. Herman and his wonderful staff! Special thanks to Owen who assisted Dr. Herman with Joy's nail trim -- a 2 person job as our cat is very skittish! You can sense Dr. Herman's kindness and compassion for animals immediately. This vet practice is a great blessing to all pet owners! Thank you, Dr. Herman, and thank you, Owen! Gratefully, Rhonda Lee Schrade
Sep 4, 2025
When I was getting ready to adopt my cat and was asking around for recommendations for a vet in the neighborhood, York Veterinary Center and Dr. Herman came up time and time again. Juniper had her first visit just a couple of weeks after coming home and I knew that I had found our vet. (Since then, I've met multiple people in the waiting area who say they have since moved to Brooklyn but continue to bring their pets up to the UES!) Dr. Herman is incredibly gentle, thorough, and patient with her and somehow manages to get her sitting happily on his lap purring by the end of every visit. When I asked him once about his gentle approach, he shared how an experience early in his training really solidified his understanding that staying calm and patient with animals will lead to a better, more supportive, more successful vet experience, and I really see that in his practice. He has seen us through routine visits, a dental cleaning with multiple extractions needed, and a handful of "she's probably fine, but I just needed to bring her in...." visits where he took my concerns seriously and really explored the potential issue and how to address it. I've also seen a couple of the other vets at the practice over the years and each of them was equally as patient and thorough as Dr. Herman. For most cat owners, wrangling your cat to go to the vet is no small feat, even for the best kitties. But knowing that everyone in the office is so kind and will take such good care of your beloved pet makes such a difference in the whole experience. I truly can't recommend them enough to anyone looking for a vet!
Sep 9, 2025
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