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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 The Dog & Cat Doctor? 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 | 12,230 |
| 4.9 | Embrace | 19,973 |
| 4.9 | Fetch | 5,921 |
| 4.1 | Figo | 2,868 |
| 4.4 | Hartville | 183 |
| 4.9 | Healthy Paws | 11,375 |
| 4.8 | Lemonade | 833 |
| 4.6 | ManyPets | 2,416 |
| 4.7 | MetLife | 11,266 |
| 4.8 | Nationwide | 25,712 |
| 3.9 | Pet Assure | 15 |
| 4.3 | PetPartners | 121 |
| 4.9 | Pets Best | 15,353 |
| 4.8 | Prudent Pet | 2,868 |
| 4.7 | Pumpkin | 3,551 |
| 4.6 | Spot | 11,597 |
| 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
44 reviews
Dr Engle and his staff took care of my 2 cats for 16 years and gave them the best care I could ever ask for . I had to put them both down last week 2 days apart I'm in Florida now but the Dr and his staff were so kind as to send me cards of sympathy to witch I will be ever great full. If I was still in ny I wouldn't go anywhere else for my animals care. DONNA and John Keffas
Dec 28, 2022
I have been taking my dogs to Dr. Galina for many years now. She is knowledgeable and a caring doctor. The entire staff is very pleasant. Highly recommended veterinarian and clinic.
Jul 24, 2023
They love to offer extra tests and things your pet does not really need, as long as they can charge you more. If you don't do your own research prior from bringing your loved one 🐾 here you may end up paying much more for unnecessary services. Front desk is very unorganized, the vet Andrew Engel should retired. All he sees in you and your pet is a big $$$$ sign. He's careless and should give new vets the chance to actually care for our pets, not just his pocket. And if you ever need Health Certificate for your pet to take him/her with you to travel abroad, DO NOT COME HERE!!! They are the worst facility to take your pet for that, they would make you waste your time and money. They do not know what they must do. They made me miss my flight and ruined my holiday vacation last December after they charged me over $400 and assured me that everything was ready for me to travel. On top of that two days later after not being able to travel anywhere i went back to the office, spoke with the vet and asked for an explanation as of what they didn't know what they were supposed to do and I asked for a refund and then he said to me "the only way I would give you your money back is if you take me to court". What a careless, unprofessional, greedy individual he is, total disappointment! The only reason I gave them a star is because before you send your dog in they print out a paper with all the tests and things that they want to run on your pet and you have the right to decline to those that you don't feel like your pet needs so that your bill doesn't end up being extremely expensive. Lately pets' owners are not allowed to go in with their pets during their treatments, God knows if they actually do proper treatment inside. I thought it was a covid precaution but then they let you in after and you realize nobody wears a mask so it doesn't make any sense not to let you in when your pet is being seen.
Mar 5, 2023
I had a great experience getting a general checkup for my German shepherd puppy. The doctor took her time answering all questions and checked up on us a week later. She seems very knowledgeable and passionate about canine wellbeing. I recommend her to other dog owners in the area.
Mar 14, 2022
I really wanted to like this place, the service was nice but after my last two visits I wont be coming back. I rescued a kitten last week and came for a check up to make sure she was healthy. When I brought her in they were very compassionate, Dr. Galina seemed promising and told me she was fully healthy, and shocked she had no flees. She gave her deworming medicine, clipped her nails, stated she was 5 weeks old and gave me tips as a first time cat owner. I believe they made an honest mistake with the age. The kitten is at least 7 weeks old based on her teeth growth and behavior. The fact that shes underweight would likely explain the mistake made but this was only the tip of the iceberg. I came home and two days later find flees all over her face and stomach…I called them for advice and they said its normal to miss and to just use dawn dish soap and a comb. I called an animal hospital for more detailed help and thankfully they recommended 1/4 dose of capstar. which worked immediately. I made a follow up appointment this Friday 8/27/21 because I also noticed on Wednesday that my kitty had symptoms of coughing, sneezing, nasal congestion, twitching, sensitivity to light, and drowsiness. I was extremely worried like any owner would be. After she got examined they reassured me that she was perfectly healthy AGAIN. Dr. Engel basically told me everything I wanted to hear, charged me for doing nothing, and sent me home. I am greatly disappointed with the help I received and recommend you save your money and go to google for some answers. These extra expenses would have been completely avoided if these issues would have been found during the first check up.
Aug 28, 2021
Veterinarians in Rego Park, New York
Petco Vaccination Clinic
Rego Park, 6135 Junction Blvd, Rego Park, NY 11374, USA(718) 289-1000
Spay Neuter Clinic/Veterinary Surgery
9229 Queens Blvd, Rego Park, NY 11374, USA(917) 756-5734
The Dog & Cat Doctor
66-15 Woodhaven Blvd, Rego Park, NY 11374, USA(718) 897-8200
Vetco Vaccination Clinic
91-11 Metropolitan Ave, Rego Park, NY 11374, USA(718) 830-6261
Veterinarian In Queens/USDA Vet
9229 Queens Blvd CD, Rego Park, NY 11374, USA(718) 606-6102