The Pet Clinic
4.2 (495) 4089 State St, Salem, OR 97301, USAHours:
Monday: 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Tuesday: 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Wednesday: 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Thursday: 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Friday: 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday: 7:30 AM – 2:00 PM
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at The Pet 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 |
---|---|---|
4.4 | 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
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I was very frustrated with other vet clinics and how they do their scheduling. When I found this place, not only was I ecstatic that I was able to get an appointment but the staff were all so friendly to my fur baby. Treated him with kindness and respect. Worked with me and my budget. Explained everything to me in a manner I understood and answered all my questions. I didn't feel rushed or forgotten about. There was a little wait in the room but no different than the pediatrician or my own clinic. I am now a forever customer, and Winston will be a forever patient looking forward to years of amazing service in a very clean and organized facility.
posted: 08/16/2023
Always compassionate and the best vet care I’ve found. I’ve been to some rough places. I trust them here so much!
posted: 08/19/2023
I was concerned for my maltese puppy and her swollen mammary glands. On top of that, she was scheduled to be spayed in couple days. They got me in early the very next day and thankfully said it was normal. The veterinary doctor pushed her spay procedure due to her still being in heat but was able to double book her 2 weeks out. Very thankful to the wonderful staff and doctor and giving me peace of mind.
posted: 07/12/2023
I took my cat to be neutered and they did a great job. I also took my 10 year old dog in to address a few issues and found that it was an easy fix and mostly needed to lose weight.
posted: 08/10/2023
Place has gone down hill and starting to use low and questionable business practices. My 10 year old dog injured his spine and I knew he needed to be put down, I had been taking my dogs to them for the whole ten years. When called them to bring him in, they syated I had to take him to an urgent care vet, in their eindow they say they are an urgent care vet. They where his vet. I had to take hom some pther place that didn't know my dog or myself. It wasn't a weekend it was during the week. Sounded like a 14 yr old kid on the phone. Seems like eveytime I go in,that it is all new staff .
posted: 08/12/2023
Veterinarians in Salem, Oregon
Animal Care Center Veterinary Clinic
5498 Commercial St SE, Salem, OR 97306, USA(503) 371-1988
Banfield Pet Hospital
2925 Lancaster Dr NE, Salem, OR 97305, USA(503) 428-5715
Capitol Veterinary Clinic
1750 12th St SE, Salem, OR 97302, USA(503) 399-1461
Companion Pet Clinic
3068 Lancaster Dr NE, Salem, OR 97305, USA(503) 588-1603
Cordon Road Veterinary Clinic-Santiam Equine
820 Cordon Rd NE, Salem, OR 97317, USA(503) 763-0983
Evergreen Veterinary Hospital
Next to Papa Johns pizza, 3962 Center St NE A, Salem, OR 97301, USA(971) 599-5280
Four Corners Animal Hospital
159 Lancaster Dr NE, Salem, OR 97301, USA(503) 399-1363
Good Neighbor Vet
1230 Lancaster Drive Southeast, Salem, OR 97303, USA(888) 234-1350