Eastern Shore Animal Hospital
4.8 (412) 34424 Lankford Hwy, Painter, VA 23420, USAHours:
Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:45 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:45 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:45 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:45 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:45 PM
Saturday: 8:00 – 11:45 AM
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at Eastern Shore Animal 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:
| Rating | Provider | Total Review |
|---|---|---|
| 4.4 | AKC | 889 |
| 4.7 | ASPCA | 11,392 |
| 4.9 | Embrace | 14,179 |
| 4.9 | Fetch | 1,995 |
| 4.4 | Figo | 2,561 |
| 4.7 | Hartville | 164 |
| 4.9 | Healthy Paws | 7,475 |
| 4.9 | Lemonade | 781 |
| 3.2 | ManyPets | 2,145 |
| 4.6 | MetLife | 487 |
| 4.8 | Nationwide | 21,391 |
| 4.3 | Pet Assure | 12 |
| 4.7 | PetPartners | 110 |
| 4.5 | Pets Best | 7,194 |
| 4.3 | Pumpkin | 1,131 |
| 4.7 | Spot | 5,194 |
| 4.9 | Trupanion | 60,280 |
| 4.8 | Prudent Pet | 124 |
Or, you can simply get a fast quote from multiple providers and go from there.
Thinking of insuring your pet?
Get Quotes & CompareGetting 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
My dog gets groomed at the Pet Spa every 2 months. He is not an easy patient, but they have worked with him, and he's become more tolerant. They do a great job and love my fur-baby despite his idiosyncrasies!!
posted: 03/18/2023
Olive had a great time! Seamless drop off and pickup. Periodic post cards from our pup helped our separation anxiety!
posted: 04/16/2023
As always they treat you and your baby like it was one of theirs. Have been going for many years for grooming and vet appointments never have I felt they didn't do a great job. We are blessed to have such a caring place to take our precious fur babies.
posted: 06/24/2023
We really appreciated the care and concern for our dog at Eastern Shore Animal Hospital. Everyone is so nice there and the service is very timely and efficient. We are grateful they could perform the surgery to remove our dog's tumor despite it being in a difficult location.
posted: 06/24/2023
Dr. Drew was the vet that we saw during our 4/14 visit. Although it was hard to pin point the problem with my cat, he offered his expertise and spent quite a bit of time with us. My cat was sedated and he was given a shot to help his joints. While sedated they provided other treatments that my cat needed. Hopefully in a few days I will see an improvement. Thank you Dr Drew and vet tech. We appreciate the time that you spent with us.
posted: 04/15/2023