Animal Eye Care

4.9 (203 reviews)
2800 S Lynnhaven Rd, Virginia Beach, VA 23452, USA

Hours

Monday 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM Tuesday 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM Wednesday 8:30 AM – 7:00 PM Thursday 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM Friday 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM Saturday Closed Sunday Closed

How to Save on Veterinary Costs at Animal Eye Care

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.

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Looking for information about Animal Eye Care? 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.

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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

4.9

203 reviews

Love this place ! The doctors are GREAT! They take amazing care of my 11.5 year old girl. 2 eye surgery's, complete care start to finish. They explain everything! 3/4/25 We had an emergency situation. Dr. Nadelstein was amazing, explained all the options and we have the best plan in place for "Cleo's" best outcome!

Mar 6, 2025

I recently had to take my fur baby to the vet due to issues with his left eye, and I wanted to share my experience with Animal Eye Care. From the moment we walked in, the staff was incredibly welcoming and attentive. They immediately assessed the situation and helped me understand what was going on with my pet's eye. The veterinary team was patient and explained all the treatment options clearly, which made me feel confident in the care my pet was receiving. After a thorough examination, they provided a treatment plan that addressed the issue promptly. The follow-up care was just as exceptional, and I'm happy to say that my fur baby's eye is much better now. I truly appreciate the expertise and compassion that Animal Eye Care showed. I highly recommend them for anyone dealing with eye issues for their pets.

Mar 18, 2025

It was worth the almost 5 hour drive (each way) & every penny to have my dog's sight restored. There are many other canine opthamologists, but, when it comes to retinal repair, I wouldn't go anywhere else.

May 29, 2025

We would like to thank Dr. Nadelstein and his team for seeing our little 2-year-old girl here in Virginia Beach. We drove from Bella Vista, Arkansas to see Dr. Nadelstein. We knew it was a slim chance of our little one regaining her sight, but wanted the BEST for her and we knew this was the place to bring her. Unfortunately, Dr. Nadelstein gave us the news we were afraid to hear, but we knew it was a honest and most of all caring diagnosis. Dr. Nadelstein performed every test to find that bit of hope we were looking for, but unfortunately it just wasn't there. It was a retinal issue from birth that caused CocoPuff to not have her eyesight and this team of experts helped us identify this. Again, we could not have been in better hands and we greatly appreciate Dr. Nadelstein and his clinic for the outstanding and caring service rendered to us. Highly recommended and a huge thank for assisting us with our little CocoPuff. Thank you so much, Laura Weatherspoon and John Tipton

May 17, 2024

Update! Bones went for one of his many checkups yesterday with our primary eye doctor (ulcer issues) and we were informed that he has dazzle and menace response in BOTH eyes now that the right ulcer has healed up. His eyesight is not what it was. But it’s enough for close range, we don’t have to tap on his food bowl for him to find it, and he can easily retrieve toys. We can’t thank Dr. Nadelstein enough for how quickly he took our case and for his willingness to attempt a Hail Mary for Bones. While we won’t know the outcome of Bones’s surgery for a few weeks to even a month or more… We know that he was in the best of hands during the surgery. We are super grateful that we were able to secure an appointment so quickly given the delicate nature of retinas. Dr. Nadelstein is SUPER nice and he does such a great job describing what he is seeing going on with the eyes/retinas. I appreciated him being very upfront with all the of the things that are working against Bones for this surgery to be successful. Not only did he answer all my questions… I forgot one and he knew what I was going to ask. Obviously knows his stuff! The office staff was also top notch. You can tell they enjoy the work they are doing for the fur babies. Even if things don’t go the way we hope, there are absolutely no regrets and we know that we made the best decision by taking him to Animal Eye Care.

Aug 3, 2024