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Tickle-Blagg Animal Hospital

4.9 (584)

1100 TX-80, San Marcos, TX 78666, USA

Best Pet Insurance in San Marcos, Texas 2024

Hours:

Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Saturday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Sunday: Closed

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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

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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?

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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

Melissa Sames

All team members were awesome….front desk, techs, and Dr. Jordan….all were amazing with my old boy Ruben. Thank you so much for taking such good care of him.

posted: 08/09/2023

Brianna Rivera

I am amazed at the care that my kitty Sushi received here. All of the staff and doctors were understanding of my situation and helped me to the best of their abilities. Not only was my kitty in good hands, but I was as well. It’s evident they have a true passion for helping pets and I am so grateful. Sushi is recovering from his surgery well and I am one happy fur mama! ❤️

posted: 06/17/2023

lizzy brunson

I had a great experience. I ready feel like their team asked assessed the full situation and took lots of time to listen to me and cover everyone of my concerns. Also, I don’t know if I’ve ever been in a vets office without a lot of noise in the background. Way less stressful on me and my dog. The whole experience from beginning to end was great!

posted: 08/12/2023

Lexie Cooper

I’ve been taking my pet here since the day I adopted him and I’ve never thought of looking for another vet. They treat my dog like their family. They’ve never tried to pressure me into anything that is unnecessary for my dogs health. They’re honest and kind. My dog gets so excited when we go to the vet now because he knows he’ll always be getting treats.

posted: 06/15/2023

Alyssa Salinas

I’ve been taking my pets here for almost 4 years now. They are absolutely amazing. Great bedside manner. They saw me through some rough times and continue to do their best in every possible way. I cannot say enough good things. Amazing staff, techs, & vets.

posted: 07/29/2023

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