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Austin Vet Hospital

4.7 (375)

4701 N Interstate 35 Frontage Rd, Austin, TX 78722, USA

Best Pet Insurance in Austin, Texas 2024

Hours:

Monday: 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Thursday: 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Friday: 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Saturday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Sunday: Closed

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How to Save Money at Austin Vet 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

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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

Brian Adamson

We love Dr Somers! She articulates her logic so well and has been phenomenal with both the beginning of life and the end of life for our furbabies. We enjoy the checkups/routine care with Dr Somers, but how she handled the end of life for our cat was what made me realize we would be using her for all future care while living in Austin. It’s very easy to be great with routine care, but the expertise demonstrated with the plan of care for emergencies and articulating the pros/cons of each option is why we will follow Dr Somers to any clinic she treats at.

posted: 03/16/2024

Kelly Chong

Been taking my cat there for his yearly wellness exams since we moved to Austin last year. He is a spicy patient but they are always prepared to make the visit as smooth as possible. Dr. DeCiero and the techs do an awesome job handling him and I am confident in their care!

posted: 02/18/2024

N and C Farrell

Took pup in for first adult examination. Front office staff were excellent and Dr. Somers and Colin were outstanding. Provided great summary of what was going to happen during the exam and the projected cost of the exam before starting. Both were extremely personable and felt very good about the care he received while there. No real wait times, the clinic was clean and easy to get to. Would highly recommend.

posted: 11/14/2023

Robin Mango

So friendly! I loved the atmosphere! My dog is usually sooo anxious with going to the vet, but she was much calmer with this place! They made aftercare so easy for me to understand, and even called me the next day just to check in! Love this place! ☺️☺️

posted: 12/09/2023

JUSTIN MANGO DOGS

I absolutely love AVH! The staff is always amazing, very friendly and professional. The facility is awesome too! I always feel welcome and appreciated. As a former vet tech myself and a professional dog trainer, I highly recommend AVH to everyone, including all of my clients.

posted: 02/06/2024

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