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Aptos-Creekside Pet Hospital

4.8 (291)

10404 Soquel Dr, Aptos, CA 95003, USA

Best Pet Insurance in Aptos, California 2025

Hours:

Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Saturday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Sunday: Closed

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How to Save Money at Aptos-Creekside Pet 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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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.

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Reviews from Google

Amy Russo

Love Creekside. They have taken wonderful care of my kitties. Very kind, compassionate and knowledgeable. They are wonderful at handling our routine check-ups, emergencies and even our end of life care. They are very up front about costs so there are no surprises. They have a great team in the office. I highly recommend !!!

posted: 02/27/2025

Kelly Espinosa

I recently moved to the area and needed a new vet for my senior lab. My neighbor recommended Dr. T at Aptos Creekside because she specializes in older pets. I was excited to hear she was taking new patients and we got our appointment in less than a week! The front desk staff was helpful and friendly and the doctor was thorough, knowledgeable and a good listener. She answered all my questions and gave some good practical advice. Im excited to have a local vet who will help me give the best care to my old guy!

posted: 10/12/2024

Teresita Marchisello

Aptos Creekside is the very best place to take your cats! Dr. Molly Tackabury is great with my cats. I totally trust her to take great care of my sweet girls. The staff there are wonderful, too. It is just an all around great place to take your cats (and dogs).

posted: 10/05/2024

Hadley Evangeline Owen

Amazing staff, exceptional care, what a wonderful experience!!! I was referred here by a family member who takes her fur baby in for care, and I am so glad that I came in! This was such a warm and welcoming experience for my newly adopted puppy and myself. Every single staff member was so kind! The office manager came out to personally introduce herself and welcome me to the clinic. The veterinarian was so patient and kind, and gave me such great guidance with all of my questions! She was a subject matter expert and extremely informative! she gave me more confidence as a new dog owner. Such a happy experience, and my little fur baby even started falling asleep on the exam table!

posted: 01/24/2024

Ace Meyer

Took such good care of our two kitties! The staff is SO friendly and supportive, they are also candid and not pressure-y about costs and options! The front desk is so helpful and nice, and Dr Molly was fantastic. Made our little family feel very welcome and cared for. Highly recommend!

posted: 11/22/2024

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