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Creature Comfort Mobile Vet

4.4 (17)

232 North Ave, Newport News, VA 23601, USA

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How to Save Money at Creature Comfort Mobile Vet

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.

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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

Linda Simons

I have had my pets in the care of Dr. Gibson for numerous years, including prior to her having the mobile vet service. I do prefer a mobile vet because the animals are so much more at ease. Dr. Gibson honestly loves what she does and this shows. Whenever I am able, I have her services. She has also been available for euthanasia. While that is awful and sad to experience, I can’t think of a better person, doctor and situation for this need. Because this is a small mobile vet service with limited hours, you generally need to call ahead and schedule regarding availability. If she is unable to perform certain services due to the nature of her mobile service, or feels that your animal would benefit from services elsewhere, she will recommend that. Dr. Gibson is professional, moral, a good communicator and a downright good person and veterinarian who loves animals.

posted: 01/04/2021

Tony Alter

Dr Gibson has been taking care of my dogs for over a decade and three love her. Great service

posted: 10/04/2017

Denise Moore

So grateful for Dr. Gibson's compassionate service. My mom had to have her 18 year old kitty put to sleep. Going to the Veterinarian was always so stressful for her cat. Dr. Gibson came to the house and made a very difficult time much easier, and less stress for kitty and my mom. Thank you!!!!

posted: 01/30/2020

Tracy Burnett

Dr Gibson is really professional and reasonable. It is so very helpful for people who have multiple animals to have her come to a home and take care of everyone in a row. Love it! Been using her service for several years now.

posted: 04/30/2015

maxmom

Amazing service, so much better for the animal than the trek to the clinic and the long wait. Also, much less expensive and no big sell on things that are not necessary. So grateful I found Dr. Gibson, it has made a world of difference to my pets.

posted: 04/13/2016

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