West Side Animal Clinic
4.5 (400) 855 NW Washington Blvd, Hamilton, OH 45013, USAHours:
Monday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 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 – 6:00 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at West Side 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.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 4.5 | AKC | 1,796 |
| 4.5 | ASPCA | 12,100 |
| 4.9 | Embrace | 19,751 |
| 4.9 | Fetch | 5,316 |
| 4.1 | Figo | 2,829 |
| 4.5 | Hartville | 179 |
| 4.9 | Healthy Paws | 11,028 |
| 4.8 | Lemonade | 822 |
| 4.6 | ManyPets | 2,413 |
| 4.7 | MetLife | 8,261 |
| 4.8 | Nationwide | 24,757 |
| 3.9 | Pet Assure | 15 |
| 4.3 | PetPartners | 121 |
| 4.9 | Pets Best | 8,891 |
| 4.8 | Pumpkin | 3,072 |
| 4.6 | Spot | 10,820 |
| 4.9 | Trupanion | 55,032 |
| 4.8 | Prudent Pet | 2,669 |
| 4.3 | Adoro | 4 |
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
We had to put our dog to rest today. He was 17 years old. It was his time. West Side Animal Clinic took great care of our pet and family during this difficult time. The staff were friendly and caring. The clinic is clean and reasonably priced. They even made some keepsakes for us to remember him. I would definitely recommend this place. Thank you.
posted: 04/23/2025
West Side Animal Clinic saved the life of my service dog. We had a medical emergency while in Hamilton. We were visiting from Texas and we were unable to get his medication shipped in. Despite being from out of town, they allowed my dog to be seen immediately and they provided his life saving medication. I will forever be grateful to this Doctor and staff.
posted: 01/08/2025
The service we've gotten has been awesome, I think they do excellent work. However, charging triple for what everyone else charges for a spay is ridiculous. I want to give you my business, and I could understand paying a premium for superior care but not at almost triple what is commonly charged. Not to mention, it seems every appointment is a couple hundred dollars. Great service and care, but we aren't wealthy enough for your business.
posted: 02/18/2025
The late Dr. Alfred would be ashamed of what Dr. Horton turned his practice into. My family have been clients at West Side Animal clinic since the early 1980s. Three generations of pets. When my mom’s dog had a stroke and was paralyzed, the earliest they could see the dog was two weeks. My mom, herself an elderly woman in bad health, during the tough time of her 16 year old dog dying, had to scramble to find a clinic that she could drive to and had an appointment. When it was Dr. Alfred’s clinic they had time to see emergency cases in the same day. Not to mention, the costs have skyrocketed. After the incident with the dog, my mom changed vets for her cat, and the monthly costs of medicine for her cat have gone down drastically. It’s a shame. This place used to provide excellent care, at a fair cost, and personalized service. It was never a charity but they took care of their clients. Now, it is a scummy business; profits come first, second, and third with the care and well being of animals a distant fourth.
posted: 01/04/2025
Top tier service every time I have been here. The team members are passionate, professional, genuine, and kind. If I could rate them at 10 stars I would. It's so refreshing to see many passionate people working together to exceed expectations!
posted: 12/20/2024
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