Petcare Express

4.5 (1151)
2501 W Holcombe Blvd B, Houston, TX 77030, USA

Hours:

Monday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM

Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM

Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM

Thursday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM

Friday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Saturday: Closed

Sunday: Closed

How to Save Money at Petcare Express

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 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.

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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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Pricilla D

I've been coming to these guys for 5 yrs or so and I can tell you they are the best of the best. They are a tight knit family who love what they do and treat all animals with passion and care. I'm not sure what I would've done without Dr. P, Danny, Anna and co caring for my doxie, especially in her old age. They saved her and my wallet for the past few yrs. 💕 Yes the wait can be long. But the prices and compassion can't be beat. They won't upsell you, price gouge you or give your pet medication/services they don't need. They will listen to your thoughts and explain everything in detail. I drive up from clear lake because I don't trust another vet seeing my girl. She feels the most comfortable here and I'd rather wait 2 or more hrs then go anywhere else. The vaccine line goes faster at least! If that's all you need.

posted: 07/31/2023

Nana Ochi

I searched high and low before I found Petcare Express. I needed a place that provided quality service, reasonable prices, and reliable care. Everyone is knowledgeable, professional, customer focused, and pet friendly. They actually love animals! I love Petcare Express and my dogs love it! They look forward to their visits and drag me in. While the facility has grown and customer based has expanded, they’ve kept that small business personal feel. 2 paws up!!

posted: 04/01/2023

Amanda Rose

Fantastic employees who possess a superhuman amount of patience and genuine compassion. WARNING: They Do NOT Make Appointments, & are first come, first served... SO BE PREPARED TO WAIT! Bring whatever it is you and your furry friend might need for at least a few hours: water bowl, drink for humans, snacks, book, fully charged phone, muzzle, toy, but bringing your PATIENCE is a Must!

posted: 05/24/2023

Lennie Farrow

Horrible I brought my Rottweiler there. I signed in and the wait was three hours and the staff noticed that my dog was not moving throwing up so finally after I asked if I can pay to see him immediately they agreed and charged $100 to see him for emergency visit.He finally went to the back after 30 min. I was not in the room with my dog so I don’t know if they did anything to help him.They came back and said they will have to do more test the bill was $780 dollars ridiculous.Other customers were very upset with their business.They stated the my dog should’ve been seen long before 3 hours unfortunately I couldn’t afford $700 dollars after paying $100 dollars.The only. Thing the staff said to me I’m sorry you can’t afford the charge.I even offered if I can pay payments and they refused.The next day my dog dies just sad .Don’t deal with these people they don’t have sympathy for animals!!!!!!!

posted: 07/31/2023

Diana “humddum” R

My dog had a skin issue that I suspected was scabies/mange at its earliest stages after we rescued a stray and rehomed it. I found this vet after someone left a negative review at one I had planned to go to and had mentioned this one. It was a little hard to find, but I think that was because my GPS took me to the back side of the building. I'm actually surprised at how they operate with such a low visit fee. As you can imagine , they have a lot of business, but they do work quick so I only had to wait about 1hr 1/2 to be seen and an extra 20-30 to leave. That's actually fast for a place like this. Her treatment plan was exactly what was needed and nothing of what she didn't. She is now on her way to recovery with her skin healing and fur regrowing. Just a suggestion: it seems like they just moved the office one room down, so I don't know if they have everything set up, but it would be nice to have accessible clean up supplies like dog bags and disinfectant spray in case of pet messes. When I was there, a dog owner came in in front of me ( we arrived at the same time) and his dog immediately left a mess in the lobby because he did not give his dog a moment outside to relieve itself. He had forgot his dog bags and just left the mess there instead of asking for some clean up supplies, which of course someone came in with an active dog and both owner and pup got mired in the mess. So it would be nice to have a clean up station with a sign to clean up messes yourself. But overall, it's a great inexpensive place for pet owners. I hope they are able to stay open for a long time. It's very difficult to find low cost vet care otherwise.

posted: 09/17/2023