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Preventive care
Routine wellness exams can help identify health issues early, often before they become more serious or expensive to treat. Regular checkups are one of the most effective ways to manage long term veterinary costs.
Compare prescription pricing
Some pet medications prescribed at veterinary clinics may also be available through local or online pharmacies. It can be helpful to compare pricing when appropriate to reduce ongoing medication costs.
Consider pet insurance
Pet insurance may help cover a portion of eligible veterinary expenses depending on the plan, including accidents, illnesses, and in some cases preventive care. Coverage details, reimbursement levels, and deductibles vary by provider.
Why Pet Insurance Information Appears on This Page
Looking for information about The Urban Vet? This page also includes pet insurance resources to help pet parents understand how to prepare for unexpected veterinary expenses.
Veterinary care costs can vary widely depending on the type of visit, treatment, or emergency. Many pet parents explore pet insurance before they need it so they are better prepared when unexpected situations arise.
How to Choose a Pet Insurance Provider
Pet Insurance Review helps pet parents compare insurance providers using verified customer reviews and real-world experiences. Our tools make it easier to evaluate providers based on claims experience, service quality, and overall satisfaction.
We have collected more than 220,000 reviews from pet parents, creating one of the largest independent databases of pet insurance feedback available.
How rankings are determined
Unexpected veterinary expenses can happen at any clinic. The providers below are ranked using verified reviews submitted by real pet parents through Pet Insurance Review. Results reflect overall satisfaction, claims experience, and value based on real world feedback. Rankings are updated regularly as new reviews are submitted.
| Rating | Provider | Total Review |
|---|---|---|
| 4.8 | Adoro | 19 |
| 4.5 | AKC | 1,801 |
| 4.4 | ASPCA | 12,228 |
| 4.9 | Embrace | 19,973 |
| 4.9 | Fetch | 5,918 |
| 4.1 | Figo | 2,868 |
| 4.4 | Hartville | 183 |
| 4.9 | Healthy Paws | 11,371 |
| 4.8 | Lemonade | 833 |
| 4.6 | ManyPets | 2,416 |
| 4.7 | MetLife | 11,234 |
| 4.8 | Nationwide | 25,705 |
| 3.9 | Pet Assure | 15 |
| 4.3 | PetPartners | 121 |
| 4.9 | Pets Best | 15,347 |
| 4.8 | Prudent Pet | 2,867 |
| 4.7 | Pumpkin | 3,545 |
| 4.6 | Spot | 11,586 |
| 4.9 | Trupanion | 55,033 |
Compare Pet Insurance Plans
You can compare coverage options from multiple providers to find a plan that fits your budget and your pet’s healthcare needs.
Getting to Know Your Veterinarian
Choosing a veterinarian is an important decision for pet parents. A strong vet relationship is built on trust, communication, and understanding your pet’s individual needs.
Experience
Ask whether the clinic has experience treating your specific type of pet, since care can vary between dogs, cats, and pocket pets.
Emergency Care Procedures
It’s helpful to understand how the clinic handles after-hours emergencies, including whether they provide emergency services or refer to nearby emergency hospitals.
Communication Preferences
Ask how the clinic communicates with pet parents, including updates, test results, and follow up questions.
Breed Specific Health Considerations
Some breeds may be more prone to certain health conditions. Early awareness can help with prevention and early treatment.
Facility Tour
If available, touring the clinic can help you and your pet feel more comfortable before the first visit.
Final Note
Pet care decisions often involve both medical and financial considerations. Having access to trusted veterinary information alongside pet insurance comparisons can help pet parents feel more confident when planning for their pet’s health and wellbeing.
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Reviews from Google
188 reviews
I hate to have to write this but feel I should make other people aware... lack of follow up/concern to my dogs health is the main reason for review. Unfortunately I had to put my senior dog down a little over a week after the visit due to what I believe was a heavy prescription dose. I was bringing my 16+ yr old dog to this vet for librela injections the past few months since moving back to town. I knew my buddy was wearing down, but beyond slow walking from arthritis, he wasn't showing any other major signs. The last visit I scheduled was to have an honest conversation with the dr about end of life and signs to look out for since it was my first time going through this. I knew dr Cagle was out of town on holiday, and I specifically asked for an experienced dr to meet. I showed up to the appointment, only to be met by a dr who in my best description seemed "sedated"...she looked hung over/out of it, she showed no empathy or care about the situation, struggled to form coherent sentences, and provided absolutely no good information, and after about a minute or two of looking at my dog (first time) was ready to walk out. I pointed out to the dr my dog had some skin rashes (which she barely looked at) and had been diagnosed with early kidney disease a couple of years ago, but no major progression. She prescribed 300mg gabapentin twice daily and carprofen 100mg every other day if gabapentin didn't work. I wasn't sure why but she suggested these meds would alleviate any lingering pain. Also amoxicillin for skin rashes. (I learned later that this dr was a temp and on "benadryl" ) I followed dosage instructions and woke up the next day to an unresponsive dog (He was given his last gabapentin the night before around midnight). I thought he was dead. Had urinated his bed and was just dead weight with his tongue hanging out of his mouth. I had to monitor him for the following 36-48 hrs, and he never fully regained complete mobility of his limbs or could hold weight. He seemed super disoriented at all times. I seeked advice from other local doctors who all seemed to agree these were heavy doses for a senior dog with potential kidney disease, as these meds are hard on the kidneys. I must say dr Cagle did reach out about this situation during his trip, after I voiced my displeasure with the visit to the staff. He stuck to this being proper treatment, and said he would follow up on dec 19th when back in town. My dog had to be put down on dec 22nd... and I never received any follow up to even ask how he was doing.
Dec 31, 2025
Dr. Cagle, Dr. Song, and honestly the entire team are always so attentive, educative, responsive, and genuinely trustworthy. They’ve not only helped my pup Olive, but they’ve also become such a helpful resource for food suggestions, budget-friendly yet safe and healthy recommendations, and so much more. I truly can’t say enough wonderful things about them. I, without a doubt, recommend trusting your fur baby in their care.
Dec 3, 2025
Dr Cagle has restored my confidence in Vets. Since i have been bringing my cat Disco to him since she was a kitten, he has been clear, honest and trusting. I have told a few of my fur moms and dads to visit if they ever had to. i cant speak to prices although i feel like most vets are pricey but the quality of care Disco has received it does make me have a peace of mind. knowing someone isnt just taking my money just to take it but someone that actually cares about animals and improving their business means a lot to me and our community. also i may add that my cat did have to get her tail amputated from an accident and Dr Cagle’s guidance and professionalism gave me the confidence to handle my baby. and i must say the kindest staff, you can tell they love being there and the animals.
Oct 30, 2025
Amazing vet clinic, that has shown a great amount of care and above and beyond concern for our dogs. For as long as we are in Houston, we will continue to come to Dr. Cagle and the team here
Feb 2, 2026
We love The Urban Vet! Dr. Cagle and his entire team are incredible. They love on our fur babies like they are their own. We have never received such amazing and attentive care… I don’t know what we would do without them.
Sep 12, 2025
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