South Shore Animal Hospital

3.6 (90)
125 New Dorp Ln, Staten Island, NY 10306, USA

Hours:

Monday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Thursday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Friday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Saturday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Sunday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM

How to Save Money at South Shore 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:

Top Pet Insurance Providers of 2024
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.

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Getting 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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erika Scihvoneke

I want to thank Stephaine and Tanya the office manager, so much for taking such excellent care of my little 5 lb chihuahua, which was born with needing an operation called cryptorchid. I was so worried but Stephaine and Tanya keep me updated every step of the way. Tanya is so caring and takes great pride in her job loving and caring for animals. Stephaine was amazing she knows how I worry about my dogs which in fact. I owned 3 beautiful chihuahua which are all seen by Southshore animal hospital. She called me every step of the way. Dr. Asaro I couldn’t thank her enough for performing an amazing surgery… Thank you south shore staff. I would highly recommend them the staff is absolutely wonderful day. Take great pride and joy in their job loving the animals first. Thanks… love, Tito, Lillian and junior

posted: 10/13/2022

Daphne M

Had to say goodbye to my dog. They were very caring, understanding and supportive. Besides talking to me with the concern, they listened the story of my dog and really show empathy. They gave us as much time and space we needed. The emotional support was much needed and appreciated.

posted: 08/04/2023

alex aurelia

i have been going to south shore for my cat shelby for a number of years now and always have a great experience. the staff is truly one of a kind, always keeping us up to date and making sure our fur babies receive the best care and they treat our pets like their own. i recommend this clinic to anyone looking for loving, top notch care for their pets. the staff is friendly, professional and true animal lovers. thank you for all your work!!!

posted: 03/24/2023

Chris Weil

The wait time was minimal, the place was clean and the staff was friendly and helpful. I especially appreciated the call the day after my dog's visit checking to see if my dog was feeling fine. Love going to South Shore Animal Hospital

posted: 07/06/2023

Ray Farrell

After moving to the area my cat Makko had a scare so I made an appointment here and was scheduled very quickly. The staff were wonderful when I brought my cat in for the appointment. I told them after moving my boy started to become lethargic and refused to eat or drink. The staff were absolutely wonderful and gentle with my boy during the whole process of the exam and tests. They were very reassuring, took their time and made sure to be incredibly thorough when figuring out what was wrong with Makko. After all the tests they ran, only for my boy to be blocked from not getting enough liquids, I expected to be paying much more. The prices were more than fair for everything we had done. Glad this where I brought him. They gave me excellent service and peace of mind, which is priceless.

posted: 03/24/2023