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Dutchess Animal Clinic

4.3 (22)

942 NY-376, Wappingers Falls, NY 12590, USA

Best Pet Insurance in Wappingers Falls, New York 2024

Hours:

Monday: 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM

Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM

Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM

Thursday: 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM

Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM

Saturday: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Sunday: Closed

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How to Save Money at Dutchess Animal Clinic

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.

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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

Lourdes Cracco

We took our new rescue dog to this Vet office for an exam. They were very kind, professional and caring. I had many questions and they were very helpful answering all of my concerns. I’m so glad that I took Ollie there. He is on the road to recovery thanks to the great care they provided. Thank you!!

posted: 08/14/2022

Benjamin Sims

Wonderful people who really care about your furbaby! Me and my cat Peanut are glad we found this place!

posted: 04/29/2023

Timothy Russell

Yesterday I had to put down a very loyal and loving friend and thank you duchess animal hospital for all that you did to make the time for us rememberable and the love that you showed to my dog thank you

posted: 04/05/2023

Tessarose Talaber

Best vet in town hands down! I’ve been bringing my animals to see Dr. Meyer-Davis for years and she always takes incredible care of them. I recommend her to everyone I know. She is caring, genuine, and knowledgeable. I trust her wholeheartedly with the care of my precious fur babies! Thank you, Dr. Meyer-Davis!

posted: 02/02/2020

annaclaire orlando

11 years my babies have been going to Dr Bette. Absolutley love her and her staff. They are like family. They went through our loss of losing one of ours 11 years ago to our new puppy stage to now caring for them in their senior years. The entire staff is compassionate, knowledgeable and Awesome!!! We love them.

posted: 11/08/2019

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