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How to Save on Veterinary Costs at Animal Health 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.
Why Pet Insurance Information Appears on This Page
Looking for information about Animal Health 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.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 4.8 | Adoro | 19 |
| 4.5 | AKC | 1,801 |
| 4.4 | ASPCA | 12,239 |
| 4.9 | Embrace | 19,987 |
| 4.9 | Fetch | 5,940 |
| 4.1 | Figo | 2,870 |
| 4.4 | Hartville | 183 |
| 4.9 | Healthy Paws | 11,382 |
| 4.8 | Lemonade | 833 |
| 4.6 | ManyPets | 2,416 |
| 4.7 | MetLife | 11,354 |
| 4.8 | Nationwide | 25,736 |
| 3.9 | Pet Assure | 15 |
| 4.3 | PetPartners | 121 |
| 4.9 | Pets Best | 15,366 |
| 4.8 | Prudent Pet | 2,873 |
| 4.7 | Pumpkin | 3,564 |
| 4.6 | Spot | 11,610 |
| 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
10 reviews
I've been taking my golden retriever, Buddy, to Dr. White since 2004 and my beagle, Lightning, since 2009. Both Buddy and Lightning are living happy, healthy lives because Dr. White has never steered me wrong with their care. He gives me great advice on caring for my dog and I fully trust him to continue treating them. Additionally, the veterinarian technicians are very friendly and hospitable and do everything they can to accommodate their clients. I highly recommend Dr. White and his staff at the Animal Health Care Clinic
Mar 4, 2015
Well, after reading a couple of decent reviews on other sites I decided to give the animal health clinic a chance. Big mistake. The receptionist was wonderful and super friendly but Dr. White was a different story. We just moved here two weeks ago from Omaha, NE. There were some misunderstandings with the vaccination record of my dog and her Heartguard medication and Dr. White was not a big fan of what I had been doing under my other vet. I generally give our dogs their yearly vaccinations myself instead of the vet doing it. Dr. White actually got in a huge argument with me in his waiting room about how I shouldn't be doing that and it is illegal to do. Not in Nebraska and not in Nevada where I had lived either and honestly I don't think it is illegal here either, but being new here I won't argue that (he eventually backpedaled on that one).... Really had a little scorn in his voice when he spoke of my vet in Nebraska. I had a full shot record but because I didn't know what exactly Leptospirosis was (but I know they should be vaccinated against it, which he even agreed that he would give it to them as well) he didn't feel that I should be giving them the vaccine. Needless to say after a 10 minute argument with my two young children there the entire time I took my record and walked out and will not be going back. I would not recommend Dr. White to anyone. He seemed reasonably competent as a veterinarian but really spoke down to me about caring for my animals (didn't like the brand of vaccines that I had been giving my dogs) and actually charged what I thought was a high price for the services provided, especially considering the way that he spoke to me. I figured I might get a discount after that.
Aug 26, 2013
Dr. White was wonderful and treated my pug, Vena with great care. His prices are very reasonable also. He gave the best advice than any other vet that I have taken Vena. We will continue to take her to see Dr. White!
Sep 1, 2015
I have been taking my dogs to Dr. White for over 18 years and would highly recommend him to anyone out there. He and his staff truly care about your animals and give the best care out there.
Apr 19, 2017
Dr. White & his staffs are wonderful group of people for my dogs & I especially a prices. I recommended Dr. White to any one.
May 9, 2016
Veterinarians in Virginia Beach, Virginia
Abbey Animal Hospital
1949 Lynnhaven Pkwy #1524, Virginia Beach, VA 23453, USA(757) 471-1003
Acredale Animal Hospital
2706 Virginia Beach Blvd, Virginia Beach, VA 23452, USA(757) 837-0577
Acredale Animal Hospital
1200 Lake James Dr, Virginia Beach, VA 23464, USA(757) 523-6100
Advanced Animal Care
2247 W Great Neck Rd, Virginia Beach, VA 23451, USAAffordable Veterinary Services of VA
3636 Virginia Beach Blvd #107, Virginia Beach, VA 23452, USA(757) 965-4482
Ally Urgent Veterinary Care
521 Old Great Neck Rd, Virginia Beach, VA 23454, USA(757) 900-2559
Animal Eye Care
2800 S Lynnhaven Rd, Virginia Beach, VA 23452, USA(757) 368-9060
Animal Health Care
545 S Birdneck Rd, Virginia Beach, VA 23451, USA(757) 428-8337