West Main Animal Hospital
4.4 (117) 2216 W Main St, Alhambra, CA 91801, USAHours:
Monday: 8:00 AM – 6:30 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 6:30 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 6:30 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 6:30 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 6:30 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at West Main 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 | 893 |
4.5 | ASPCA | 11,887 |
4.9 | Embrace | 18,563 |
4.9 | Fetch | 26,402 |
4.2 | Figo | 2,619 |
4.6 | Hartville | 171 |
4.9 | Healthy Paws | 10,207 |
4.9 | Lemonade | 808 |
4.6 | ManyPets | 2,384 |
3.8 | MetLife | 743 |
4.8 | Nationwide | 21,412 |
4.0 | Pet Assure | 13 |
4.5 | PetPartners | 115 |
4.3 | Pets Best | 13,008 |
4.6 | Pumpkin | 1,697 |
4.6 | Spot | 8,173 |
4.9 | Trupanion | 60,968 |
4.8 | Prudent Pet | 1,838 |
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

I decided to give my furry friend a summer haircut, and this pet groomer delivered beyond my expectations. The quality of the haircut was flawless, and my dog looks so adorable. The value for the money spent is excellent. I appreciate the groomer's attention to detail and their genuine love for animals. I'll be a loyal customer from now on!
posted: 01/03/2025
I came in from Florida for a vet appt but due to a personal mix up, needed to find a new animal hospital and a new appointment. I happened to stumble upon West Main Animal Hospital today and boy am I glad I did. I contacted them in the afternoon, desperate for an appointment due to an urgent situation and I drove from an hour away just to see them. Everything from the front desk team to the practice manager to Dr. Writt’s services was just so efficient and they sincerely helped me out in a difficult time. I highly recommend them to anyone living in LA or otherwise. Thank you all.
posted: 02/10/2025
I've been bringing my dog to WMAH since she was a puppy. She's 11 now so it has been a while. Why the 1 star? Because of the new ownership. Dr. Frics is no longer there. There are veterinarians who go into the business of caring for pets because they love animals - new ownership loves money way more than your pets. They are so greedy! I literally left the vet office without treatment for my dog today because they were "forcing" me to accept lab tests for hundreds of extra dollars in order to get any actual medication. I told them I couldn't afford all of these lab tests. In the name of "quality care," they told me they will not be able to give me medication for my dog without the lab tests. I let them know that they used to prescribe me medication without all of these "required" lab tests so what has changed? Is it by law? No. Just new ownership. I told them I can't afford their estimate, and I wouldn't pay for the exam fee since the only thing they did was weigh my dog and take her temperature... no service or product was provided to make my dog feel better. So they threaten me about sending the exam fee to collections. Just wow. They say I took an appointment slot. That's like being forced to pay for an appointment at a hair salon who won't cut your hair unless you also buy their expensive hair products. I took half a day off work for this. After going back and forth for an hour, the exam fee was waived. As a fellow pet owner in this economy, here's my review to spend your time and money elsewhere. Please don't support these greedy businesses and take your pet to an animal hospital that actually cares about the well-being of your pet.
posted: 11/07/2024
Dr Writt saw my cat, charged me $735 and gave my cat a B12 shot. She wanted $2000 more to test for diabetes. 4 days later he was dead. The vet that saw him could not believe she did not even give him a pain shot, knowing he was dying. She should have known because everything about my cats condition were in the labs. I am devastated that she was so greedy she couldn't even give him a pain shot knowing he was that sick. My God how could a vet be so cruel. I hate her for making my cat suffer. I hope no other pet parents have to endure what I did. I just can't shake this hole and emptiness I have in my gut. I am devastated! I just want to spit in her face but i don't want to tarnish my cats memory. God forgive her maybe she is just inexperienced and maybe just maybe she will learn from this and not hurt someone elses pet. Margo Campa
posted: 11/03/2024
I took my family dogs here to be seen for some stomach trouble, and I was blown away by how amazing the staff handle him. He is not a small dog and is definitely a handful, and I have been to some previous vets that are hesitant to give him proper care. However, at West Main they all were so loving and caring towards him and me as the owner I cannot say any negative comments about my experience, and I will definitely be bringing, my dog back for all of his veterinarian needs.
posted: 03/16/2024
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West Main Animal Hospital
2216 W Main St, Alhambra, CA 91801, USA(626) 282-2179