Suffolk Animal Hospital NY

5 (27)
467 Higbie Ln, West Islip, NY 11795, USA

Hours:

Monday: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM, 3:00 – 7:00 PM

Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM, 3:00 – 5:00 PM

Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM, 3:00 – 5:00 PM

Thursday: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM, 3:00 – 5:00 PM

Friday: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM, 3:00 – 5:00 PM

Saturday: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Sunday: Closed

How to Save Money at Suffolk Animal Hospital NY

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 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.

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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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Paulette Cacoperdo

Dr Crespo is the most knowledgeable, caring veterinarian. I am so glad we found him. My 9 year old Shepard had been having some gastro issues since April of 2023. After numerous trips to our old vet for exams, multiple rounds of blood work, an X-ray and an ultrasound we had no answers or treatments and our boy was getting worse and depressed That’s when my friend told me about Dr Crespo. On our first visit after reviewing all the results from the prior vet and Dr Crespo doing his own exam we had our answer. We were sent home with a prescription and new prescription diet and our boy had been so happy and not struggling anymore. I can’t thank Dr Crespo enough and will be referring everyone I know to him. My Pup Niko thanks him too!!!

posted: 08/28/2023

Diana Cristiano

Dr Crespo is caring, thorough, and does what it takes to support you and your furbaby. He helped my elderly dog Jackson where I took him to several other vets and they couldn't figure out what was going on. It means the world to me to know how I can support my dog Jackson through his elder years. Thank you Dr Crespo for your personal touch , humor and extra effort. Li is lucky to have you!

posted: 05/02/2023

Aura Wagner

My small dog was choking on a treat and was dead upon arrival. Yes, he was dead. They got the treat out and revived my pup. Im extremely thankful for this place. Thank God and everyone from the front door receptionist, Vet, and staff. I'm forever grateful 🙏 P.S. Be careful anyone with small pets in giving your pet treats. Avoid jerky like treats and rawhide. Because although the treats I gave him were for small dogs it almost killed him.

posted: 09/14/2023

Nicole Myers

Dr Crespo is wonderful and so caring. I’m so glad we found him, he treats our pets as his own.

posted: 07/14/2023

Linda LaMacchia

I'm so thankful for finding Dr. Crespo! He took care of my dog as if it were his own. He spent a great amount of time with my husband and I and explained everything to us very clearly about what was going on with our dog. His staff is very kind and friendly and the facility is so clean and inviting, which to me is very important especially when you are there with your sick pet. I was so scared for my dog and Dr Crespo and his staff put my husband and I and even our dog Frankie at ease. I think he's the greatest vet I have ever been to!! Thank you Dr. Crespo and staff!❤️

posted: 12/27/2022