Animal Kingdom Pet Hospital

4.5 (317)
2222 E 38th St, Erie, PA 16510, USA

Hours:

Monday: 7:30 AM – 7:00 PM

Tuesday: 7:30 AM – 7:00 PM

Wednesday: 7:30 AM – 7:00 PM

Thursday: 7:30 AM – 7:00 PM

Friday: 7:30 AM – 7:00 PM

Saturday: 7:30 AM – 2:00 PM

Sunday: Closed

How to Save Money at Animal Kingdom Pet 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:

Top Pet Insurance Providers of 2024
Rating Provider Total Review
4.4 AKC 889
4.7 ASPCA 11,392
4.9 Embrace 14,179
4.9 Fetch 1,995
4.4 Figo 2,561
4.7 Hartville 164
4.9 Healthy Paws 7,475
4.9 Lemonade 781
3.2 ManyPets 2,145
4.6 MetLife 487
4.8 Nationwide 21,391
4.3 Pet Assure 12
4.7 PetPartners 110
4.5 Pets Best 7,194
4.3 Pumpkin 1,131
4.7 Spot 5,194
4.9 Trupanion 60,280
4.8 Prudent Pet 124

Or, you can simply get a fast quote from multiple providers and go from there.

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Getting 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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Joe Mancuso

My dogs and cats have been a patient since 2006. Have spent thousands over the years with no complaints. I'm in From Florida where I live now My JT got hurt long story short needed a appointment ASAP was treated rudely needed a deposit before I can make a appointment. Didn't care about my sick dog.

posted: 06/29/2023

Erin R

My cat Tigger is my whole world, and upon scheduling a necessary dental procedure for him I was a bit nervous since I knew he would be undergoing anesthesia. Their team took excellent care of him, and Dr. Simon called me personally throughout the day to give me updates on how he was doing, which was very reassuring. I know I can always trust that when I bring any of my pets in, they will be receiving the best care possible.

posted: 03/16/2023

Julie Scheppner

I want to say big thank you to Dr. Piersol and all the staff who have been caring for my fur baby Noah and my previous other two babies, Ted and Riley and now my baby Dino. They've been kind and compassionate even when I'm a complete mess.

posted: 06/19/2023

Breanna Mook

I loved the visit I had and the vet I talked to; he was helpful in explaining everything and why it was important, plus he answered every question I had! The building was clean and professional and staff were very considerate and helpful! Unfortunately, the cost of surgery here is out of my price range and I can't afford it, but they seem to do a very thorough job with everything they do!

posted: 02/18/2022

Lena Thillet

You’re not aloud to express your personal opinions when statements are made to you by there RUDE staff. QUOTE FROM THERE STAFF: My cat should be more important than my children! When I told the tech A animal will never be more important than my children, my appt was canceled laughingOUTloud . The tech must be one of those techs who French kisses her animals at night for to get angry about me not putting a cat before my children ,she even hang up the phone on me. I thought this was a BUSINESS. When does a employees personal views impact a customers appt (🤣) Animal kingdom did me a favor by refusing to see my cat bc now I found a BETTER vet last minute with excellent bed side manner and communication skills and I didn’t have to pay for all these unnecessary testings animal kingdom was trying to have me do just to get my cat declawed ( there money hungry). My current vet WHO IS NOT ANIMAL KINGDOM has scheduled my cats procedure after his examination and I am now a happy customer.

posted: 07/13/2023