Redwood Animal Hospital
4.5 (237) 3762 Castro Valley Blvd, Castro Valley, CA 94546, USAHours:
Monday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at Redwood 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 | 11,756 |
| 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.
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 brought my younger reactive Dobie Maze here after our 1st vet retired. Maze was treated extremely well. It was the 1st time I've seen her with a low anxiety level in public. The vet and staff went above and beyond to accommodate my Maze. I appreciate you! 🙏🏼
posted: 07/03/2023
We went to Redwood Animal Hospital on advice from a friend who recommended them in our time of need for our 5 year old female dog who has been diagnosed with a C-Tumor and we were in a panic looking for a Vet who was familiar that type of Tumor! They were wonderful and explained everything that would happen & told us to not expect all of the answers until the surgery was complete! We are Concerned, but believe we are in the right place!
posted: 09/12/2023
I first came here years ago when my dog nearly died of Parvo, the staff here we're so caring they made a hard time not so bad. Fast forward to today, my son recently got a new fur baby and asked me if I knew of any good Veterinarians. I recommended he come here and he couldn't be happier! They offer puppy packages for new clients, which helps with the costs! He also liked all the precautions they took to keep you and your fur baby safe, especially during these Covid-19 times!
posted: 01/22/2021
I’ve gotten a second/third opinion regarding my dog’s issues and two other Vets suggested that Redwood Animal Hospital has been price gouging services instead finding a solution. Will never return. Positive, most of the staff are receptive and provide great customer service. There is one lady there, usually receptionist on the left, who always has an attitude and should probably seek another vocation. If you visit it will be obvious. I’m now reminded to Always get a second opinion.
posted: 04/12/2023
About: Rude staff. Makes mistakes. Arrogant. Unapologetic. Lies to shift blame to customer as a last resort (I asked for a discount for the inconvenience, not free services. I was not read back my phone number until I asked for it to be read back to me. You all dont read back numbers for each client. Stop lying.). Advice: Don't ask follow up questions. Do as your told. I personally would visit other clinics that are friendlier, no attitude issues when asking follow up questions and are only 5 minutes away 😊🤣 Also you can now address me as, Mr. Our rude staff owes you an apology sir.
posted: 03/29/2023
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