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East Fishkill Animal Hospital

4.5
455 NY-82, Hopewell Junction, NY 12533, USA

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Hours:

Monday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM

Wednesday: Closed

Thursday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Friday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Saturday: Closed

Sunday: Closed

How to Save Money at East Fishkill 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?

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Top Pet Insurance Providers of 2024
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4.4 AKC 891
4.5 ASPCA 11,757
4.9 Embrace 17,158
4.9 Fetch 18,571
4.2 Figo 2,602
4.7 Hartville 165
4.9 Healthy Paws 10,008
4.9 Lemonade 805
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4.0 MetLife 652
4.8 Nationwide 21,407
4.3 Pet Assure 12
4.5 PetPartners 113
4.3 Pets Best 12,232
4.6 Pumpkin 1,473
4.6 Spot 7,033
4.9 Trupanion 73,743
4.8 Prudent Pet 125

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Getting 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

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Leah Marcon

I had been going to Dr. LaVacca and Dr. Knapp for years. They were the most compassionate and loving vets that I had ever been to. My dog Lola was so well taken care of by them. But as I understand it, they were bought by a corporation. The new owners, vets and vet techs are not compassionate and truly didn’t care about Lola the way Dr. LaVacca and Dr. Knapp cared for her. Long story short, I had to make an emergency appointment because Lola had an ear infection. Lola has always had ear infections but they couldn’t get me in on the regular schedule a month prior, so I had to make an emergency visit. They put a medication in her ears and sent her back out to me with the medication dripping down the sides of her face. I asked them if they could clean her up a bit but they REFUSED. So I asked if I could buy a bonnet (which Lola has worn previously for hematoma surgeries). I wanted a bonnet just to get her home so the medicine didn’t all come out. But they refused to give me a bonnet and told me that they could give me a towel to wrap around her head for the ride home. Lola did not feel well because of the ear infection and they made us stand outside in the parking lot in the pouring rain. I was so upset and hysterical crying. Needless to say, I never went back. I have a new vet now and I couldn’t be happier. This new corporation that bought East Fishkill Animal Hospital, should be SHUT DOWN. They have no interest in taking care of our animals the way that they should be taken care of. As for the old staff, the way that they were let go from their career, was beyond unprofessional. They send out mass emails to people that had been working there for 25 years or longer to tell them they were no longer needed. All I can say is, DO NOT bring your animals to this facility if you want to be treated with respect and most of all, to have your pets taken care of the way they deserve. If I could give them less than one star, I would.

michael vandenthoorn

We just moved to the area and wanted to get established with a new veterinarian. Friendly and professional staff. We have found just what we were looking for.

Delia Vazquez

So very disappointed!!! First time to visit the office but was unable to make it for reasons beyond my control. At the time, I did call to say Bailee and I were running behind but with cell phones, it can at times cause some challenges. A couple of days later when I called to reschedule, I was told that because I did not call and/or the person that took my call had no recollection of the call, I would lose my $83.00 deposit. Of course..FIRST time not even an office visit yet. I was expecting the business to be a caring and understanding, knowing it was a new client/patient to say, since it is your first time with with us, and you were not aware of our policy, we will reschedule your appointment and use that deposit for the new appointment. Instead what I was told, " I'm sorry and I understand if you do not want to reschedule Bailee's appointment." So maybe Bailee and I are the LUCKY ones, that now we can look for a veterinarian clinic that actually practices compassion and understanding...especially when it comes down to our loving pets. Very disappointed!!

Lauren Simpfenderfer

Staff is always friendly and helpful, in person and over the phone, and they treat my dog very kindly. Any vet that I've interacted there over the years is excellent and gentle. Highly recommend.

Flowerchildkait V

After reading some of these reviews I had become hesitant. I came here last month because my new puppy was not feeling well. I didn’t have an appointment and they were able to squeeze me in that same day within 2 hours. They were extremely helpful and kind to me and my dog. The prices were fair, within that being an emergency visit it didn’t hurt my pockets. They were able to help my puppy get better and put her on antibiotics that same day. I came back today for a check up and update for vaccines for the pup. The staff and Vet were so kind and answered all my questions. I didn’t know the previous owners of this practice but I’m just letting everyone else know it went well for us.

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