Alta Veterinary Hospital

4.1 (299 reviews)
8052 S 700 E, Sandy, UT 84070, USA

Hours

Monday 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM Tuesday 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM Wednesday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Thursday 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM Friday 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM Saturday 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM Sunday Closed

How to Save on Veterinary Costs at Alta Veterinary Hospital

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 Alta Veterinary Hospital? 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.

Top Pet Insurance Providers of 2026
Rating Provider Total Review
4.8 Adoro 19
4.5 AKC 1,801
4.4 ASPCA 12,232
4.9 Embrace 19,979
4.9 Fetch 5,924
4.1 Figo 2,868
4.4 Hartville 183
4.9 Healthy Paws 11,375
4.8 Lemonade 833
4.6 ManyPets 2,416
4.7 MetLife 11,290
4.8 Nationwide 25,718
3.9 Pet Assure 15
4.3 PetPartners 121
4.9 Pets Best 15,355
4.8 Prudent Pet 2,868
4.7 Pumpkin 3,556
4.6 Spot 11,604
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

4.1

299 reviews

Sky

Sky

Tati was an amazing medium between us and the person who found our cat! She went above and beyond to make sure we had clear common between us and them, I really appreciate that, Thankyou! Side note, Leo is doing amazing btw!

Nov 13, 2024

Thank you, thank you, Alta Vet! Somewhere in the night my car got caught by something and the tip of his tail had no fur on it. Degloved is the term, it’s an issue. I got an appt at the closest vet it was a few days out. They saw him and recommended surgery and partial tail amputation estimate was $1000 to $1100, plus the current office visit of $97. (Total $1100 to $1200 bucks) I did go home and call around to other vets to see abt an estimate. I ended up calling four other places between Holiday, Murray and West Jordan. No other place would give an estimate without seeing the cat. I called Alta Vet, I got an estimate (with full disclosure they don’t know until they actually see the cat.) The gal who answered the phone actually knew and was familiar with animals. The office visit was as less than the other five vets I’d called around to. It’s a smaller vet hospital with two exam rooms. Dr. L has a good ‘ol boy vibe, friendly but practical. He asked me questions about my cat, his habits explained the risks of surgery and gave me two options. We tried option A. Yes, the cost was less but for Option B, the tail amputation the overall surgery would have been $300 dollars less, then the first vet. Option A is working out just fine, the cat is happily doing whatever he likes. Alta vet called to check up on us a few days later. They give just what you think you should get from a vet, knowledgeable staff, and care for your animal. I will call them first next time!

Jun 20, 2024

This place is so great. The people are so nice here, and they fixed up my Schnauzer Reicher who had a foxtail in his foot that got infected. Thanks to all of your staff and Dr. for caring for my buddy! He's doing much better.

May 22, 2024

I was very happy with Alta Vet. I took my sweet cat Finn to see them and they were wonderful with him. He had blood work done etc. and he was calm through the process. They called me with results the very next day. It was good news, but I would certainly trust them with his care anytime, if it is needed.

Jun 28, 2024

I’m beyond happy with this place!!! We left our 2 golden doodles for boarding for a week And all I’m getting photos of them both having a blast playing and running around the yard!! It is very nice to know that this guys are taking time to entertain our pets I’m not going to look around for another place because this was very pleasant experience for my doodles and my family! I recommend this hospital, boarding and grooming place to anyone!!!!!! See you tomorrow morning for pick up

Jun 29, 2022