Oklahoma Veterinary Specialists
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How to Save on Veterinary Costs at Oklahoma Veterinary Specialists
Preventive care
Routine wellness exams can help identify health issues early, often before they become more serious or expensive to treat. Regular checkups are one of the most effective ways to manage long term veterinary costs.
Compare prescription pricing
Some pet medications prescribed at veterinary clinics may also be available through local or online pharmacies. It can be helpful to compare pricing when appropriate to reduce ongoing medication costs.
Consider pet insurance
Pet insurance may help cover a portion of eligible veterinary expenses depending on the plan, including accidents, illnesses, and in some cases preventive care. Coverage details, reimbursement levels, and deductibles vary by provider.
Why Pet Insurance Information Appears on This Page
Looking for information about Oklahoma Veterinary Specialists? This page also includes pet insurance resources to help pet parents understand how to prepare for unexpected veterinary expenses.
Veterinary care costs can vary widely depending on the type of visit, treatment, or emergency. Many pet parents explore pet insurance before they need it so they are better prepared when unexpected situations arise.
How to Choose a Pet Insurance Provider
Pet Insurance Review helps pet parents compare insurance providers using verified customer reviews and real-world experiences. Our tools make it easier to evaluate providers based on claims experience, service quality, and overall satisfaction.
We have collected more than 220,000 reviews from pet parents, creating one of the largest independent databases of pet insurance feedback available.
How rankings are determined
Unexpected veterinary expenses can happen at any clinic. The providers below are ranked using verified reviews submitted by real pet parents through Pet Insurance Review. Results reflect overall satisfaction, claims experience, and value based on real world feedback. Rankings are updated regularly as new reviews are submitted.
| Rating | Provider | Total Review |
|---|---|---|
| 4.7 | Adoro | 11 |
| 4.5 | AKC | 1,798 |
| 4.4 | ASPCA | 12,184 |
| 4.9 | Embrace | 19,917 |
| 4.9 | Fetch | 5,715 |
| 4.1 | Figo | 2,854 |
| 4.4 | Hartville | 182 |
| 4.9 | Healthy Paws | 11,271 |
| 4.8 | Lemonade | 831 |
| 4.6 | ManyPets | 2,414 |
| 4.7 | MetLife | 10,468 |
| 4.8 | Nationwide | 25,450 |
| 3.9 | Pet Assure | 15 |
| 4.3 | PetPartners | 121 |
| 4.9 | Pets Best | 15,160 |
| 4.8 | Prudent Pet | 2,815 |
| 4.7 | Pumpkin | 3,413 |
| 4.6 | Spot | 11,370 |
| 4.9 | Trupanion | 55,033 |
Compare Pet Insurance Plans
You can compare coverage options from multiple providers to find a plan that fits your budget and your pet’s healthcare needs.
Getting to Know Your Veterinarian
Choosing a veterinarian is an important decision for pet parents. A strong vet relationship is built on trust, communication, and understanding your pet’s individual needs.
Experience
Ask whether the clinic has experience treating your specific type of pet, since care can vary between dogs, cats, and pocket pets.
Emergency Care Procedures
It’s helpful to understand how the clinic handles after-hours emergencies, including whether they provide emergency services or refer to nearby emergency hospitals.
Communication Preferences
Ask how the clinic communicates with pet parents, including updates, test results, and follow up questions.
Breed Specific Health Considerations
Some breeds may be more prone to certain health conditions. Early awareness can help with prevention and early treatment.
Facility Tour
If available, touring the clinic can help you and your pet feel more comfortable before the first visit.
Final Note
Pet care decisions often involve both medical and financial considerations. Having access to trusted veterinary information alongside pet insurance comparisons can help pet parents feel more confident when planning for their pet’s health and wellbeing.
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Reviews from Google
597 reviews
My wife and I brought our "Baby" into the office after Dr Nickel recommended further tests that she could not perform. Dr. Ball discovered she had cancer. We decided it was in the best interest of our cat to put her to sleep. It was heart wrenching for me and my wife. It was handled as good as it could be handled. I highly recommend if your cat is having problems, take the cat here for further testing.
May 27, 2024
Our boy, Garry, wouldn’t be here today without Oklahoma Veterinary Specialists. On Tuesday night, our Great Dane developed bloat and subsequently a twisted stomach - which can be fatal if not treated quickly enough. We called our local vet and they told us that we needed to get them to OVS as soon as possible as they thought the same thing that we did. We had him in the door and they had done an x-ray right away and had confirmed our fears. Know that, when you come here, they are going to tell you how much it’s going to cost and it’s not cheap. It is an emergency vet. Anything that you have done on a routine basis is always less expensive. Within 30 minutes of walking in the door they had already taken Garry back and started sedation for his surgery. We had several staff members come out and update us while he was in surgery. They untwisted his stomach, and tacked it back down, so hopefully this won’t happen again. They kept him overnight, and he did well, and we got to take him home the next day. When we came to him the next day, they refunded us a significant amount of the money that we paid upfront, which was, not only impressive but also a blessing. Please remember when you read these reviews that an emergency vet is just that and it’s going to be significantly more expensive to take care of your baby because they are there at the times that your vet can’t be. We are so thankful for Oklahoma veterinary specialists.
Nov 21, 2023
Spent 700 for blood work with no answers, everything mentioned was brushed off in lieu of more charges. They are not an institution based off helping your animal. They are a money making business. My poor dog 💔 Responding to below: You sir are correct, you most definitely are a business. Completely understandable that you will pay more for after hours care. However, your place is the first "business" in any industry that has asked me t o pay more up front than what is initially quoted, and if that is not used it will be refunded. Let me explain, it is visually apparent when walking into your clinic, that you will receive NO treatment with out upfront payment. Thus, what could be the premise for the upfront over payment policy? On top of that I was told my dog was aggressive for the first time in his 8 1/2 years. Giving you the benefit of the doubt and not wanting to jump to conclusions, I thought it was very possible in his condition, he could be irritable and act out. Shortly after seeing another vet, and undergoing more extensive testing than the blood draw, I was told I had a perfect dog. Their words not mine. Makes me lean towards he was not handled with respect at your business. After speaking with your front desk attendant, with politeness, inquiring about departure due to our long stay, she said "cool". My dogs problem has been identified immediately elsewhere. Thank goodness ❤️
May 8, 2024
This place is a little expensive and I know they are adding on. I hate these places because they don’t have several solutions or cater to people with not great credit. Lucky for my I had someone to help me $6700 was the total. The first tech who came in the room Ky was absolutely fantastic. The receptionist were great id love to know their names but they did t have name tags. It’s really confusing with all the people and calls they get but the girls did great. I forget the female doctors name but I would say she was very friendly she explained everything and listened to you and answered your questions. She was an excellent doctor. The process was confusing for me as I never watched them evaluate my dog. Did they I believe they did but I also think you should do a full evaluation in-front of the pet parent. I didn’t feel over sold by the ER at all like most ER vets but the fee was hefty. Never did they show me the CT scan. I would have liked to see it. Every employee was friendly! Waiting is a game they play. Check in was 15 min. To the room 10min later. In the room 1 hour before ky came in. Then a hour later the doctor then a hour after that to get the care plan. I had to ask to say bye to my pet. When calling in they are friendly but busy. Overall this was good just need some improvement.
Jun 11, 2024
Dr. Jennifer Schultz and the entire staff at OVS provided wonderful care to not only our dog but us as owners as well. We were greeted immediately and our dog’s needs were urgently assessed. Our 5 year old frenchie experienced his first IVDD flare which ended up being a ruptured disc. Thankfully OVS was able to complete all the needed diagnostic testing (CT) and surgery same day. They throughly went over the plan from intake to discharge and Dr. Schultz reached out multiple times before and after surgery with her findings and updates. They welcomed calls and visits checking in at anytime and not once seemed “bothered”. I am thankful that our vet referred us to OVS and our Watson is back up on all 4!
Jan 20, 2024
Veterinarians in Tulsa, Oklahoma
15th Street Veterinary Group
6231 E 15th St #6407, Tulsa, OK 74112, USA(918) 835-2336
Alta Vista Animal Hospital & Pet Lodge
7717 E 21st St, Tulsa, OK 74129, USA(918) 576-6496
Animal Emergency Center of Tulsa
4055 S 102nd E Ave, Tulsa, OK 74146, USA(918) 665-0508
Animal Eye Clinic
4005 S 102nd E Ave, Tulsa, OK 74146, USA(918) 632-0508
Animal Medical and Surgical Hospital
7811 E 71st St A, Tulsa, OK 74133, USA(918) 492-2674
Appelbaum Animal Clinic
5909 S Mingo Rd, Tulsa, OK 74146, USA(918) 940-7770
Banfield Pet Hospital
7322 S Olympia Ave, Tulsa, OK 74132, USA(918) 445-2320
Best Friends Veterinary Hospital
5417 S Mingo Rd, Tulsa, OK 74146, USA(918) 663-7595