Mainstay Veterinary Practice
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How to Save on Veterinary Costs at Mainstay Veterinary Practice
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 Mainstay Veterinary Practice? 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 4.7 | Adoro | 11 |
| 4.5 | AKC | 1,798 |
| 4.4 | ASPCA | 12,179 |
| 4.9 | Embrace | 19,906 |
| 4.9 | Fetch | 5,687 |
| 4.1 | Figo | 2,852 |
| 4.4 | Hartville | 182 |
| 4.9 | Healthy Paws | 11,255 |
| 4.8 | Lemonade | 831 |
| 4.6 | ManyPets | 2,414 |
| 4.7 | MetLife | 10,319 |
| 4.8 | Nationwide | 25,424 |
| 3.9 | Pet Assure | 15 |
| 4.3 | PetPartners | 121 |
| 4.9 | Pets Best | 15,131 |
| 4.8 | Prudent Pet | 2,807 |
| 4.7 | Pumpkin | 3,384 |
| 4.6 | Spot | 11,329 |
| 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
165 reviews
New review (9-22-2023) Mainstay veterinary practice is the most exceptional veterinary clinic I've ever been to. Each veterinarian is beyond incredible and exudes compassion and a love for our animals. Having cats, I know how stressful vet visits can be. MVP has an entirely separate area for cats only. The space is calm and quiet, perfect for kitties!! You can tell that the ENTIRE practice (and MVP resort for boarding and daycare) have put the animals first when designing this space. Every experience I've had at MVP, both the veterinary practice and the MVP pet resort, have been beyond exceptional. I can't recommend positively enough! The atmosphere of MVP is exceptional and the friendliness of the doctors, nurses, vet techs, and staff make the trip to MVP something our pets look forward to! Our pup was so comfy at MVP that she fell asleep on the exam table, a sign of an excellent environment. Highly recommend MVP for all of your pet care needs!!
Sep 22, 2023
Mainstay Veterinary Practice is one of the best! They offer compassionate and knowledgeable care that is hard to find. Every single person I interacted with was kind, efficient, and friendly. They made sure that our beloved dog received the best possible care when she was terminally ill. I am forever grateful!
Sep 15, 2023
I was able to schedule and bring my puppy in for an urgent care visit within 2 hours. All the staff, nurse, doctor are amazing! The doctor did a thorough exam on the injury as well as physique. Price is reasonable for the quality of service and facility. Not that I want to come back, but will definitely go to MVP if needed 😅
Sep 11, 2023
I’ve been taking my many pets to Dr. Hitt, the owner of MVP, for many years. Dr. Hitt helped manage the declining health of a previous 16 year old cat with care and understanding of his needs. When the end came, she recommended a visiting vet for in-home euthanasia. Her concern was for the cat’s comfort and mine not the opportunity for another charged office visit. MVP recently opened at a new location which has a separate cat treatment area. It’s a dog-free space that’s focused on maintaining a stressless environment for cats and pleasant space for their cat loving owners.
Jun 2, 2023
As a new dog owner, I found my entire visit to be incredibly helpful, educational, and reassuring. The doctor and nurses/techs took their time getting to know my dog and to answer all of my questions. Their warm, friendly approach put my dog right at ease in a new setting. Follow up questions over email were responded to quickly, thoroughly, and with warmth and compassion. I am very happy I found Mainstay and look forward to future visits.
Sep 8, 2023
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