Harrisburg Pike Animal Hospital
4.6 (129) 2449 Harrisburg Pike, Lancaster, PA 17601, USAHours:
Monday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at Harrisburg Pike Animal 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:
| Rating | Provider | Total Review |
|---|---|---|
| 4.4 | AKC | 895 |
| 4.5 | ASPCA | 12,057 |
| 4.9 | Embrace | 20,306 |
| 4.9 | Fetch | 27,416 |
| 4.1 | Figo | 2,786 |
| 4.5 | Hartville | 177 |
| 4.9 | Healthy Paws | 10,740 |
| 4.8 | Lemonade | 815 |
| 4.6 | ManyPets | 2,428 |
| 4.6 | MetLife | 5,696 |
| 4.8 | Nationwide | 21,417 |
| 3.9 | Pet Assure | 15 |
| 4.4 | PetPartners | 117 |
| 4.3 | Pets Best | 14,119 |
| 4.7 | Pumpkin | 2,553 |
| 4.6 | Spot | 9,864 |
| 4.8 | Trupanion | 62,918 |
| 4.8 | Prudent Pet | 2,452 |
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
I have only had great service from Dr. Pendleton and his staff. I had to really old animals euthanized this year. Dr. Pendleton took the time to hand write a sympathy letter as well as send me flowers in condolence of my loss. They will be providing care and support to my 10 year old Golden Retriever for years to come.
posted: 03/18/2025
I took Dale, our Bearded Dragon, from our office there last week because he was not feeling well. He has been going through his Brumation period, so he was sleeping a lot and barely eating. His back legs were shaky and I thought that maybe he was dehydrated. We had only had him at this Vet Clinic once before. The office staff were very helpful with getting us in, and Dr. Pendleton was wonderful with Dale. The Doctor gave Dale a shot for inflammation and he was up and moving around better within a couple of days, and his appetite is voracious. Can't Thank them all enough for their care. Dale is a special part of our office and the children love seeing him when they come in. Renee' S.
posted: 02/17/2025
Dr. Pendleton and his staff are amazing and have taken care of all our pets for years. I trust him and his team and are grateful to them for the way they care for my fur babies.
posted: 02/24/2025
Incredibly convenient and hospitable. Very impressed with every single part of my experience from the helpful/friendly staff to the ease of getting care.
posted: 02/08/2025
My guinea pig wasn’t eating her hay, urinating a lot, and was losing weight, so I called several vets in my area to see if they took guinea pigs. I used to go to Neffsville, but their pocket pet doctor is no longer working there. I was recommended by the 4 vets I called to go to the Harrisburg Pike Animal Hospital in Lancaster, PA. It was either there or gap. I went into the office with her and I expressed concern that it could be diabetes. Jeffrey dismissed that and said it was probably a UTI (typical vet response). He gave her a shot, Convenia, without telling us any of the possible side effects and really didn’t ask us at all- he just did it. About an hour later, she started sneezing and couldn’t move- a seizure. She was dead within the hour. I called back and they told me that the doctor wasn’t worried about it and it could be a piece of her tooth in her throat. With later research, it was revealed that that drug IS NOT LICENSED FOR GUINEA PIG USE. Please do not go to this vet. If you know anyone in the area who has pocket pets, please share this with them. I’m refusing to pay the $200 vet bill for euthanizing my guinea pig. She was only 4 years and 9 months old and served as an unofficial therapy pet for me. She was the sweetest piggy I’ve ever met. ❤️
posted: 08/03/2024
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