Valley Veterinary Hospital

4.1 (89)
498 University Blvd suite a, Harrisonburg, VA 22801, USA

Hours:

Monday: 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM

Tuesday: 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM

Wednesday: 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM

Thursday: 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM

Friday: 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM

Saturday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Sunday: Closed

How to Save Money at Valley Veterinary Hospital

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 11,411
4.9 Embrace 14,234
4.9 Fetch 2,051
4.4 Figo 2,579
4.7 Hartville 164
4.9 Healthy Paws 7,477
4.9 Lemonade 783
3.2 ManyPets 2,153
4.6 MetLife 493
4.8 Nationwide 21,393
4.3 Pet Assure 12
4.7 PetPartners 110
4.5 Pets Best 7,196
4.3 Pumpkin 1,163
4.7 Spot 5,260
4.9 Trupanion 60,297
4.8 Prudent Pet 125

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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Elizabeth Geffert

We had an very nice boarding experience last weekend. The staff there, Kaitlyn and Callie, when we picked the dogs (8 years and 13 years old) up, were great! Callie gave us lots of information on how the dogs behaved while they were there. She complimented them and even paid special attention to the 13 year old to be sure he ate his supplements. Thank you so much for your great care. If we are down that way again, we will be sure to board with you. Best regards, Elizabeth

posted: 06/21/2023

Nurse R

My sweet beardie owes his life to her. She didn’t give up, when a another vet did. He is thriving, thanks to her. Also the front office staff are so knowledgeable and professional. So give them all 5 well deserved stars. 💕🫶💕

posted: 07/08/2023

Dolores Anderson

The vet, Daly, was very personable and informative . He could syphasize with me about having a new pup at my age, I'm exhausted hahaha. But emphasized all the pertinent information about the new journey I am currently embarked upon. Many recommendations for the optimal health care of my puppy too. And emphasized what health issues to look for and when. Would I recommend them? yes, will I return, yes I've already made an appointment

posted: 07/13/2023

PlainWolf Games

Did let my dog have his bed, his treats, nor did he have his toy. And on the day I picked him up they didn’t know where his bed was, turns out that left it in the back of the clinic stored away. His eye was red and he had a cut on his eye lid. Overall poor service. I asked if they even let him sleep on his bed and they gave no response. Unsafe and miserable environment for a dog to stay.

posted: 07/29/2023

Jessica Landis

We bought a puppy at Sylvia Pets!They Are Amazing & was so kind to our family ! And when we bought her they said she had a free check up with Valley Veterinary Hospital . I said ok , we have are own vet but for a check up and a free visit I will take her just to get a check up .. when I walked in the door all you can smell is dog urine & poop with a perfume mixed in .. I was thinking like ok not very clean for a vets office ..The lady at the counter was not welcoming or professional. She asked me who I had .. handed me my paperwork to fill out and ask me to go sit down .I told her I never been here before, I asked where at ? She just pointed in the direction for me to go. And said anywhere. I notice on the paperwork they ask for your full SSN & Driver's License... I told her I'm just here for a check up ,I won't fill out that personal information . So I guess she can't be seen . I would understand if the vet sets up payment arrangements or something ... But I'm just here for a check up .Not a great experience at all for my family ..Our furr baby is family to us .. I told her nevermind we decided not to get a check up.. I will be taking her to our vet . Because a vets office should be clean especially bringing young pups in that are still on first set of shots .. they could pick stuff up from other animals that are being seen. Also not being welcomed plays a huge factor also & then you start wondering how the care will be for your furr baby if they treat you like that .. I would not go to this vets office !

posted: 08/21/2023