Williston Park Animal Hospital
4.6 (46) 207 Hillside Ave., Williston Park, NY 11596, USAHours:
Monday: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at Williston Park 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:
| 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.
Thinking of insuring your pet?
Get Quotes & CompareGetting 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
This place and Dr. Hardoon are HORRIBLE If you don't want to deal with virtual consultation services then don't offer it. I spoke with the Dr ONCE when I paid for the initial consultation. I offered to schedule additional appointments but I was told by the receptionist that it wasn't necessary if I just had a couple of questions. My furbaby was diagnosed with Cushing's and I decided to use Dr Hardoon's advice for a holistic treatment. Any time I called with updates and concerns about his condition, she never called me back... only heard responses from her tech Jesse or a quick email to adjust his supplements and extend out his next test for Cushing's. I finally wanted to just bring him in for evaluation but because we live so far and traffic was so bad we were going to be late and even though we were on the way the Dr wouldn't wait for us so I asked if she would at least call me at the time of our appointment and she STILL DIDN'T CALL!! My sweet, precious, baby boy passed away days later from an acute kidney injury. Since it was acute there should have been something that could have been done to save him if she even bothered to speak with me...advise me to take him to another vet/ER to at least get bloodwork checked since she told me to wait TWO MONTHS before retesting for Cushing's. I don't know how in-patients are treated but based on my experience, probably not any better. She charged me for the virtual consultation which got cut off with me mid-sentence because they don't even use the paid premium service for zoom AND she still didn't have the courtesy to call me back herself after being disconnected. I bought all of his supplements from her too.... which aren't cheap. Clearly just trying what she can to make a quick extra buck here and there without actually caring for her patients. Look at and remember this beautiful precious face. You could have done more to save him but you didn't care and let him pass. Your description of yourselves is ridiculous... caring and offer top notch services. What A joke!! If I could leave negative stars, I would. And you better believe that I will spread the word everywhere to avoid this place. You're better off going with traditional medications and treatments than to come here.
posted: 06/19/2023
Dr. Hardoon is by far the best veterinarian that I've ever had the pleasure of knowing! We initially came across her practice while looking for alternative treatments for our dog Chelsea. Chelsea had a severe case of demodex, and Dr. H was able to restore her immunity with the healthy treatments that her practice offers. It's hard to believe that it's been 8 years since Chelsea initially met Dr. Hardoon! But after all this time, she's the only veterinarian that I trust 100% with my 2 dogs, who are now seniors. Many thanks for your kind and thoughtful service! And this review is long overdue!
posted: 07/17/2023
This place is better than my own doctors office. From the receptionist all the way to the veterinarians I was thoroughly impressed! I would recomend this to everyone. They easily handled my cat's travel documents to Europe. They are Aphis accredited and valid for all international pet travel! Thanks again Williston Park Animal Hospital!
posted: 07/08/2019
Super kind and caring veterinarian and staff! My dog Mira and myself are definitely more at ease when we come here and it especially helps my dog (and myself 😂) stay calm during the exam. I feel confident in talking to the doctor, knowing that she understands both conventional and hollistic side of veterinary medicine and that this hospital supports raw/homecooked/fresh diets. I never feel like I am pressured into buying anything or being scammed. Keep up the great work
posted: 11/13/2021
First time client with 2 senior Boston Terriers, one with severe anxiety. They usually don't do well at the doctor... until we came here. Very relaxing not only for the dogs but the owner as well. Staff were so great and made us comfortable. Everyone is knowledgeable and very thorough in obtaining background information on the dogs. Everything was explained BEFORE proceeding along with the costs and what is recommended as well as what is vital. True professionals and it shows. I will be returning. ****** ****** Update 12/1/2021 Been with WPAH for over 2 years now and both my senior Boston Terriers are doing well THANKS to outstanding care being received at WPAH. We have never had dogs live past 8 years before so now having our dogs reach 15 and 12 years old is uncharted territory for us. Dr Hardoon and Dr Balter have taken the time to explain all the changes and what to expect in the future. I cannot express in words the gratitude I have for the ENTIRE staff at WPAH for caring, kindness and patience they have given our dogs and us as well.
posted: 12/01/2021