ABC Animal Hospital
4.1 (223) 1238 E Main St, Barstow, CA 92311, USAHours:
How to Save Money at ABC 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 | 891 |
| 4.5 | ASPCA | 11,714 |
| 4.9 | Embrace | 16,675 |
| 4.9 | Fetch | 11,124 |
| 4.2 | Figo | 2,598 |
| 4.7 | Hartville | 164 |
| 4.9 | Healthy Paws | 9,976 |
| 4.9 | Lemonade | 805 |
| 4.6 | ManyPets | 2,335 |
| 4.0 | MetLife | 626 |
| 4.8 | Nationwide | 21,404 |
| 4.3 | Pet Assure | 12 |
| 4.5 | PetPartners | 112 |
| 4.3 | Pets Best | 12,058 |
| 4.6 | Pumpkin | 1,425 |
| 4.6 | Spot | 6,848 |
| 4.9 | Trupanion | 67,964 |
| 4.8 | Prudent Pet | 125 |
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 just want to thank the staff at ABC for always showing compassion and helping my dog... A big thank you to Pat for saving me lots of money and making trimming my dogs toenails a breeze. You all were so awesome. To the lady who showed me and my dog comfort ... Thank you from the bottom of my heart. I unfortunately lost my world my everything my baby my Brownie 4/23 and I am a complete wreck. Thank you all for the help you gave during this time. Brownie loved u guys.
posted: 05/06/2022
I took my girl Harley in to get spayed. This is not just a dog. She’s my road dog, my ride or die, she’s my world. So I was nervous when I dropped her off. I do have to admit they took all day and didn’t communicate with me it was going to be that long so I was a nervous wreck all day. They did get very pricey because I opted for her to have an IV and get the pain meds and antibiotics. I called at around 3ish and Ann (I think her name was) was 10/10 hands down amazing! She communicated effectively and let me know the time to pick her up. Upon pick up she was gave me all the information I needed to know and asked her to go over it again because it went over my head. The vet tech that came out with Harley answered more of my questions and concerns. These two ladies were amazing! So 3 stars because the first lady I talked to the first time I called wasn’t helpful and just told me they’d call when she’s ready and also because it was very expensive! Turned out to be a bit over $400 because everything that was extra which isn’t terrible since it was needed but still very expensive.
posted: 10/05/2022
AWESOME! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️Is right! The staff truly knows how to make their clients feel feel like family! The good kind! :) My puppy, Zöe, was given princess treatment throughout her stay and left an impression on Gabriella, the wonderful and warm office manager. Faith, my intake/discharge technician, was kind and communicative and is the kind of person one can immediately trust with their fur baby! Thank you to the entire staff for a terrific experience. I’m definitely recommending them!! 😎
posted: 06/03/2022
These guys are amazing! Took my baby in when no one else would, saw him as soon as they could for a obstruction in the small intestine. Kept him over night for 2 night for observation and now he's home happy and healthy and purring up a storm!
posted: 09/17/2021
I just want to give a huge shout out to ABC animal clinic!!! The staff was so helpful and very welcoming not to mention the prices were very affordable. I took my two dogs in to get shots and spay and neutered. The dogs had the best service and care so thank you once again!! Definitely recommend coming here for your animals.♥️
posted: 08/12/2022