Compassionate Care Cat Hospice

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290 E L St Box 944, Benicia, CA 94510, USA

Best Pet Insurance in Benicia, California 2024

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Monday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Thursday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Friday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Saturday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Sunday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM

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How to Save Money at Compassionate Care Cat Hospice

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

Tudi Syra

Dr. Chew is an amazing woman and gifted veterinarian. I met Dr. Chew on one of the worst days of my life - the day I accepted that my little cat, Ellington was suffering more than living. Although it was after hours, Dr. Chew responded promptly and arrived at my home in less than one hour. Clinically, Dr. Chew is skilled and efficient but it is the sum total of her care that sets her apart. Dr. Chew cared as much for me as she did Ellington. She spent more than two hours with me, laughing, crying and smiling at 18 years of 'Ellington stories' and genuinely she listened. About a week after Ellington's death, I received a personal note from Dr. Chew in which she remarked in detail on some of the many stories I told her about Ellington. I cannot describe how surprised and touched I was to receive this letter. Authenticity is a rare and inspiring quality and one that defines Dr. Chew. Veterinary care is her profession but Dr. Chew gives her time and attention because she authentically cares about those she treats - the humans and the felines. Ellington was a spastic, loyal, dog-cat and his presence in my life an unexpected gift. Dr. Chew allowed me to recognize exactly how lucky I was to have 18 years with Ellington and honor him by letting him go. It has been several weeks since Ellington died, yet Dr. Chew has continued to care for me. Tonight she called to arrange for me to pick up Ellington's ashes but her call wasn't a transaction. Dr. Chew talked to me for nearly an hour, listening, laughing and crying to even more 'Ellington stories.' I could never thank Dr. Chew enough for the role she played in my life. Because of Dr. Chew, the painful loss of Ellington's death was reframed as a celebration of Ellington in all his spastic, comforting, genuine glory.

posted: 06/27/2013

Linda Kelly

Dr. Chew more than met my expectations. Her energy was so gentle and compassionate. She was so helpful in assessing the level of pain my cat was in and figuring out the timing of having her put down. Even if you don't think your cat is quite ready to be put down, Dr. Chew will help you in that process both for yourself and your cat.

posted: 04/10/2021

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