Small Animal Internal Medicine

4.1 (41 reviews)
21 E Mission Ave, Spokane, WA 99202, USA

Hours

Monday Open 24 hours Tuesday Open 24 hours Wednesday Open 24 hours Thursday Open 24 hours Friday Open 24 hours Saturday Open 24 hours Sunday Open 24 hours

How to Save on Veterinary Costs at Small Animal Internal Medicine

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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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

4.1

41 reviews

Came in with our little pug, who had an eye injury. We need he hurt it, as it was cloudy, and seemed to have a piece of pine needle or debris stuck in it. After the "nurse" checked us in, we waited for a while, then were finally called back. The "doc" then asked us what brings us in, acting like she hadn't already checked over our dog. She then proceeded to lay into us harshly, and in this order - 1. That our dog was overweight (he is slightly) 2. That pugs are known to have breathing problems (are does not, and happens to be a rescue) and needs nasal surgery. 3. And finally, that our dog had a corneal abrasion and just to put on a cone, and use antibiotic ointment. Of course, we just wanted peace of mind, that his eye would be ok, and suggestion #3 is what we already were doing at home. We were more concerned that he had something embedded in his eyeball, and did not need to be insulted about his weight or breed. It's like going to a mechanic for engine trouble, and they scold you for owning a Ford Pinto, or saying it needs a paint job. She should've reversed the order of her list, and omitted the second. We known damn well that pugs can have issues with breathing, but ours does not, and we make sure to keep him cool in the summertime, which is the high risk months. We don't plan on coming back. The staff is mostly unprofessional, although the facility itself seems very clean.

Feb 28, 2024

The doctor I saw was very helpful and caring she took her time explaining everything about my rabbits situation and procedures that needed to be done. I returned the next day for an ultrasound and the girls in the back were really caring and professional and unfortunately my rabbit had cancer and died. I was crying my soul off and they we're really caring and hugging me through this unfortunate situation. I strongly recommend this place the only thing they need to work on is all the girls and the guy at the front they acted and looked like they we're miserable working there and not too friendly. Other than that I strongly recommend it.

Nov 17, 2023

These guys were very very nice and helpful. Very patient at 12 midnight. Thank you for being open around the clock.

Nov 3, 2023

Very nice professional staff. Would highly recommend for pet care. Unfortunately, we had to say goodbye to our beloved cat. RIP Momma mew You'll be forever loved and missed.😞🩷

Dec 15, 2023

We took our 2 yr old dog there and told them we thought she had something up her nose. They kept her for 3-4 hours and basically did nothing except lab work. They said they couldn’t look up her nose and gave us an antibiotic. Told us to call if it didn’t improve. $1200+. We then took her to her normal vet on Monday (3 days later). she scoped her and got out 5-7 toothpick size or slightly bigger pieces of grass/weeds. 1/2 the price. It seems the ER clinic would not listen to us but our vet in Sandpoint did. I won’t go back there. Very poor customer service.

Sep 21, 2022