Blaine Animal Hospital
4.8 (139) 8892 Blaine Rd, Blaine, WA 98230, USAHours:
Monday: 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Wednesday: Closed
Thursday: 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM, 2:00 – 5:00 PM
Friday: 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM, 2:00 – 5:00 PM
Saturday: 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at Blaine 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 | 11,409 |
| 4.9 | Embrace | 14,230 |
| 4.9 | Fetch | 2,045 |
| 4.4 | Figo | 2,578 |
| 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 | 21,392 |
| 4.3 | Pet Assure | 12 |
| 4.7 | PetPartners | 110 |
| 4.5 | Pets Best | 7,196 |
| 4.3 | Pumpkin | 1,163 |
| 4.7 | Spot | 5,259 |
| 4.9 | Trupanion | 60,296 |
| 4.8 | Prudent Pet | 125 |
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
Doctor Chris gets down on the floor to talk to the animals and examine them if they are big we just lost our cat of 16 years this past Saturday and she was wonderful with him. We truly appreciate her dedication and concern for the animals well being and the staff is great. Thank you
posted: 06/11/2019
We had to make the unfortunate decision to euthanize our cat of 18-years. We couldn't have asked for more caring and sensitive experience than what we received from Dr. Carlson and her staff. Dr Carlson arranged for us to come to the clinic at the end of the day after she had dismissed all the rest of her clients, and then took great chair making the process as peaceful and gentle as possible. Her fees were more than reasonable. I highly recommended Blaine Animal Hospital.
posted: 09/17/2022
Took 2 (1 for moral support and socialize when he doesn’t see the vet) of my 3 fur babies (2 dogs, 1 cat) to see Dr. Chris for the 1st time. Dr. Chris was kind, thorough, and attentive with my 11 YO dog! The staff were friendly and professional! I am grateful we have found a new and local vet for my fur babies!
posted: 01/22/2022
Chris, Val and staff are the most kind and wonderful people out there. I have been taking my cats and dog there for about 6 years now. She truly cares for all the animals. What I love about her is no question is a silly or stupid question for her. When in go in to get flea medicine she asks is everyone okay puppy kittys? Everyone is good? I have been able to bring in my cat many time to see Chris in an emergency. He is a repeat offender of fighting with the raccoons. I wouldn't feel comfortable trusting my fur babies with anyone other than her. I'm very thankful for Chris, Val and staff. Not to mention her prices are very affordable. I highly recommend The Blaine Animal Hospital to anyone in need of a vet. Once you go there you won't want to go anywhere else❤
posted: 09/21/2019
The staff here is VERY kind and VERY sweet to our loved furry friends! They are very informative and when a problem arose like it did for us and it was outside their testing abilities they had a specialist lined up to see our fur-ball quickly. Hands down would recommend this as a great place to treat your animals!
posted: 09/02/2020