Shelley Drive Animal Clinic

4.8 (357)
118 Shelley Dr, Tyler, TX 75701, USA

Hours:

Monday: 8:00 – 11:30 AM, 2:00 – 5:30 PM

Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM

Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM

Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM

Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM

Saturday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Sunday: Closed

How to Save Money at Shelley Drive Animal Clinic

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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Sandi Pantalon

My husband Bob, and I, want to thank everyone for taking excellent care of our beloved Golden Retriever, Nova Ginger Belle Pantalon, during her treatment for lymphoma. I also want to thank all of you for taking care of me, as I was on an emotional rollercoaster during her brief illness. We want to extend a special gratitude to Dr. Justin Twomey who guided us through her treatment when we were referred to him from our primary veterinarian. Nova crossed The Rainbow Bridge on December 22nd, 2022. She was born on October 15th, 2016. We miss her so much. She left a big hole in our hearts and her sisters, Lucie and Penni are just now adjusting to her being gone. I hope everyone will remember her for dragging me to the car on her leash after treatments - as well as some of the time not wanting to go inside. Nova was a big, bright spirit! Again, we thank you all🐕💫

posted: 08/13/2023

Susan Regan

Congratulations on many wonderful years as our veterinarian and to the Tyler community. Our family has had so many cherished pets under your and your team's care, starting with Dr. Arnold. Enjoy retirement!!! Adele Regan and Family

posted: 08/15/2023

Shelly Elder

On 6/29/23 was the worst day I ever had . With that said it was due to the staff at Shelly’s animal clinic that saved my 11 year old pit bull and made the day brighter ..The staff and the DR’s have always taken wonderful care of my dog . I want to thank Sammie and Parker for the love and care that they gave to my baby ……. Thank you so much and I am so glad my Lord put you in my path that day …. SE

posted: 07/06/2023

Jessica Sanders

Dr. Twomey is fantastic! My dog had an echo done and the veterinarian explained everything that he saw and explained why certain medications were needed. I'm a visual person so to be able to see the echo along with the veterinarian made it a lot easier than trying to picture it. My dog did not cry for the blood draw which was done in the room with me is always a plus in my book. Aleshia (I'm sorry if I can't spell the techs name correctly) handle my fur baby with lots of tlc. This is my first visit here and I am extremely happy with the service they provided. I will be back with my other fur babies and happy to say that we found our veterinarian in Tyler. I've called around Tyler TX for our new vet and when I spoke to the receptionist on the phone she seem to know what she was talking about and it was refreshing, instead of getting, "I can't tell you that over the phone etc". If anyone is having trouble giving this place a chance just call the receptionist, they know what they are talking about and the veterinarians are amazing.

posted: 06/15/2023

Stephanie Reuka

I rescued a grey tabby kitten on road somewhere in Tyler that was critically injured. Since it was an emergency I rushed this kitten to Shelly Clinic to see how they can help it. The Receptionists there said at first they couldn't help me with this situation and made it seems like I was an inconvenience bringing this kitten. However one of the vet assistants there said they could try an exam and see what the Doctor says. I left the kitten in their hands and within the hour Dr. Twomey contacted me and began the exam and was willing to help the kitten. I am so grateful for Dr. Twomey for taking the initiative to rescue this kitten and give it the care it needed. The Receptionists there however seemed irritated at times so not sure what's going on with that customer service aspect.

posted: 06/22/2023