Straley Veterinary Associates
4.8 (440) 1819 Zion Rd, Bellefonte, PA 16823, USAHours:
Monday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Thursday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Friday: 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at Straley Veterinary Associates
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 | 11,411 |
| 4.9 | Embrace | 14,234 |
| 4.9 | Fetch | 2,051 |
| 4.4 | Figo | 2,579 |
| 4.7 | Hartville | 164 |
| 4.9 | Healthy Paws | 7,477 |
| 4.9 | Lemonade | 783 |
| 3.2 | ManyPets | 2,153 |
| 4.6 | MetLife | 493 |
| 4.8 | Nationwide | 21,393 |
| 4.3 | Pet Assure | 12 |
| 4.7 | PetPartners | 110 |
| 4.5 | Pets Best | 7,196 |
| 4.3 | Pumpkin | 1,163 |
| 4.7 | Spot | 5,260 |
| 4.9 | Trupanion | 60,297 |
| 4.8 | Prudent Pet | 125 |
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 have taken our pets to Straley’s for two decades now. The doctors stay current on pet care. The entire staff is kind and friendly and accommodating. I took my 15 year old pup in for nail trimming bc she was giving our groomer fits. The two techs worked seamlessly together and my pup didn’t fuss at all. She was calm and docile for the whole procedure and my points covered the cost!
posted: 03/23/2023
Very compassionate. Excellent care. Took care of my dogs and gave us all the time we needed when saying goodbye to our sweet boy. They have a tough job and do it very well. We've felt very cared for. Highly recommend.
posted: 07/18/2023
I have been taking my pets here for at least 10 years and I do not regret a minute of it. I completely understand what it’s like to work in an overly busy office and just not enough staff.. however, they do more than their best on all occasions. They are very accommodating with appointments and do their best to get you in asap for an acute issue when they’re able to. They’re extremely responsive to emails which is more than convenient for someone who works full time and doesn’t have the ability to play phone tag throughout the day. Pricing is very reasonable especially compared to most vets in the area, even with all of the most recent inflation. They even work with you the best they can when it comes to paying your bill. I feel that they love all three of my dogs as if they were their own. They always ask about the others if I only have one in for a visit at a time. Their staff is abundantly caring and compassionate. I have a tendency to get testy when one of my animals is sick and they never lose patience with me which is MORE than appreciated. Thank you to everyone at Straleys for their outstanding hard work. Special shout out to 3 WONDERFUL, AMAZING employees.. Dr. Wenrich, Stacy and Emily!! These three are hands down the absolute best and go above and beyond with every email, phone call or visit. Not to mention how knowledgeable they are regarding any question I ask or how determined they are to find an answer if they’re unsure. My Payton girl has had a ton of problems and she would not be thriving today without the three of you; she loves her bestie Stacy, no question about it!! You would be mistaken to take your pets elsewhere.
posted: 02/14/2023
Outstanding team of people from the Vets to the office staff and everyone in between! So caring, informative and helpful! I’m so happy I switched to Straley-my Gunner is doing so much better because of them!!!
posted: 06/03/2023
I love Straleys. Everyone, from the doctors, the nurses, techs, to the receptionists are truly caring, kind, courteous, and knowledgeable. I definitely recommend!!
posted: 12/31/2022