Animal Clinic of Catalina
4.9 (29) 214 Metropole Ave, Avalon, CA 90704, USAHours:
Monday: 12:00 – 6:00 PM
Tuesday: 12:00 – 6:00 PM
Wednesday: 12:00 – 6:00 PM
Thursday: 12:00 – 6:00 PM
Friday: Closed
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at Animal Clinic of Catalina
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 | 11,886 |
| 4.9 | Embrace | 18,555 |
| 4.9 | Fetch | 26,396 |
| 4.2 | Figo | 2,619 |
| 4.6 | Hartville | 171 |
| 4.9 | Healthy Paws | 10,205 |
| 4.9 | Lemonade | 808 |
| 4.6 | ManyPets | 2,383 |
| 3.8 | MetLife | 738 |
| 4.8 | Nationwide | 21,412 |
| 4.0 | Pet Assure | 13 |
| 4.5 | PetPartners | 115 |
| 4.3 | Pets Best | 12,996 |
| 4.7 | Pumpkin | 1,696 |
| 4.6 | Spot | 8,169 |
| 4.9 | Trupanion | 60,966 |
| 4.8 | Prudent Pet | 1,832 |
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
Dr. Danny and staff are amazing. Wouldn't be able to have pets on the island peacefully without him🙏🏾🙏🏾
posted: 01/01/2025
One of the kindest and sweetest experiences I have had with an animal clinic. A cat adopted me months ago, and no one claimed her so we became roommates. Soon I moved to a new house here in Two Harbors and she of course came along with me. I found out that she was pregnant and not just a happy chubby sweet girl. She then had kittens (6... I am a grandmother of 6 kittens 🥹). Once the community found out I had these sweet babies I started having folks over when they were old enough to see so that they could get used to human touch, different smells and the community as a whole. Some of which decided that they would love to take their special favorites home. I told them that I would reach out when they're old enough and when I got them all fixed. I had been saving up unsure of how much it would cost to get all the kittens plus momma fixed. So I called the Animal Clinic of Catalina. I spoke with Jess and she was so unbelievably kind. She gave me the number of the humane society and I communicated with a woman there. They then told me that they would pay for all of them to get fixed and we had a beautiful moment over the phone and I was teary-eyed and verklempt and completely blown away. So we then kept everyone home until they were 13 weeks old. Then poppa (my wonderful beau) and I drove all of the kitties through the interior over to Avalon to stay at the clinic in their own sweet little special room for the duration of four days while everyone got fixed. When the day came that we got to go pick up our babies we went into the office and then into the small room where we saw all of the kittens and momma. So filled with joy and so safe and happy. Jess's niece would visit the kitties every day after school and play with them until closing which I know was a huge help in their comfort (thank you sweet pea 💛) Dr. Denny knocked on the door and came in shaking our hands sharing that he had never met such wonderful kittens and that we did such a wonderful job with them which made me giggle and cry again a little. They gave us a HUGE supply in momma and kitten food to take home with us, we felt supported the whole way through. This place is truly a precious part of the community, and I'm so grateful to know that they are there helping others and their sweet critters. 💛
posted: 07/16/2024
What possibly to say but.. bravo - we have an emergency visit with Dr Denney and the crew on a weekend due to our dogs falling ill to tick related diseases. We were stressed and panicking but he and his wife took care of us and got us sorted on such short notice. Dr Denney is extremely knowledgeable and is thorough in his charting and explanations to us. Since seeing him, our dogs have turned a corner and we are breathing/sleeping easier. We are so thankful Dr Denney - company! Cheers
posted: 02/26/2024
Dr Denny is the best, kindest and most wonderful vet that I have ever had the privilege to meet! He helped my Skye and tinker through the end of there journeys with such care and compassion that is so rare nowadays! Thanks Dr. D!! 😘
posted: 01/29/2023
We live in Two Harbors & had to drive our cat an hour to Dr.Dennys office. The staff was amazing & Dr. Denny was fantastic! Patient, very knowledgeable & great with our cat, Sully. After our diagnosis, a shot & some new food we were on our way. Sully is doing great, gaining weight again & healthy. I highly recommend anyone to Dr. Denny.
posted: 01/27/2017