Signature Veterinary Services

4.8 (37)
2525 S Vista Way, Carlsbad, CA 92008, USA

Hours:

Monday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Thursday: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM

Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Saturday: Closed

Sunday: Closed

How to Save Money at Signature Veterinary Services

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:

Top Pet Insurance Providers of 2024
Rating Provider Total Review
4.4 AKC 891
4.5 ASPCA 11,756
4.9 Embrace 17,140
4.9 Fetch 18,308
4.2 Figo 2,602
4.7 Hartville 165
4.9 Healthy Paws 10,008
4.9 Lemonade 805
4.6 ManyPets 2,343
4.0 MetLife 652
4.8 Nationwide 21,407
4.3 Pet Assure 12
4.5 PetPartners 113
4.3 Pets Best 12,229
4.6 Pumpkin 1,473
4.6 Spot 7,024
4.9 Trupanion 73,550
4.8 Prudent Pet 125

Or, you can simply get a fast quote from multiple providers and go from there.

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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.

Reviews from Google

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kellie barnett

Though they were not able to provide a in home euthanasia service for our loving dog in the time frame we needed. They were very attentive, compassionate and helpful on the phone in providing other local businesses that might. Thank you.

posted: 03/13/2023

Wayne Berian

Dr. Laura and her crew provided amazing service. We needed complex paperwork and many vaccinations for our pet Chihuahua mix, Ringo, when we moved out of the USA. Dr. Laura did a thorough job and demonstrated great patience for our very anxious dog. Thank you again.

posted: 06/06/2022

S. Scott-Richardson

Dr. Simons and Kat were incredibly kind and patient during one of the worst days of our lives. We had our Juno for 13 years and she was a constant joy for everyone that lived in or visited our home during that time. They gave us hugs, and even played with our other pups while we spent time with our dog who had passed.... They are INCREDIBLY SWEET! AND VERY APPRECIATED. We recommend their service to anyone who want their baby to pass at home in comfort.

posted: 08/30/2022

Diane Dameron

I emailed Signature Veterinary Services regarding my older beagle and my great pyranese . They responsed quickly stating they will come to my area and provide my beagle with a full senior exam and work on my concerns regarding my pyranese puppy. They ordered the records from the previous vet and they were well prepared, very profesional, and very loving to our dogs. Our other dogs who did not have an appointment came around to meet them and it was an immediate connection. We will follow up with their treatment plan and recommedntations and schedule the other pets as time permits. Overall excellent service.

posted: 06/19/2020

Krista Metcalfe

I hate that I even have to right this review. My heart is still breaking, and I am still in a miserable place of grief over my boy, but I have all wonderful things to say about SVS. I had my amazing boy just over 15 years. He was my pup, and I was his human. In our big family, he and I were pretty inseparable. I promised him as he became so senior and started having such bad hip problems and such severe back arthritis that as long as he was happy and enjoying life, we would give him everything, but I would never let my baby suffer. After all he has given me, and all he has seen me through over the years, I will be there for him and strong for him when he needs me to. His last year and half he had to be on injections and rimadyl to be comfortable. But, he was happy and we went on our daily walks, etc. fast forward, and I believe possibly acute liver failure or worse he had been hiding cancer and it hit hard. He just within a day lost the light in his eyes, had a fever, was shaking and trembling uncontrollably, was in racking pain, and couldn’t even rest. His misery was unbearable. I didn’t want my baby to have to pass anywhere but with us in our home. Our regular vet doesn’t come to your house. I was a wreck and distraught. My friend mentioned they saw this posted on our neighborhood page. They communicated with me via email to make the appointment, were kind, and came out the day of. A bit late, but it’s ok. It gave me an extra half hour with my love. I wish I had years with him left. I miss him so bad. Dr. Laura was absolutely wonderful, patient, kind, understanding, and didn’t rush us in our grief. She let me say bye as I needed to, and was caring with our kids and our other dog. We are so thankful for her and will use them again for sure for regular care for our Shepherd. I wish we had met them through better circumstances, but I am so thankful they were there when we needed them most. Their prices are more than competitive, and very important for us, they come on base!!! Thank you, so much for all you gave us and our boy! Thank you for being there when he needed you and we needed you. As much as I am dying without him, I know he couldn’t keep going. Thank you for being so wonderful and offering this mobile service at competitive prices.

posted: 03/06/2019