Central Valley Veterinary Clinic
4.4 (243) 120 W Robertson Blvd, Chowchilla, CA 93610, USAHours:
Monday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at Central Valley Veterinary Clinic
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
Best there is. Excellent care and very caring staff and veterinarian. Being a coordinator for a large animal rescue for over 25 years - I have worked with MANY veterinary clinics from the bay area to Fresno and also Davis at times. I am able to say without question this is the office I take my own animal family.
posted: 07/25/2023
Not only are their prices reasonable, but they saved my puppies' life after he swallowed an object that needed to be surgically removed. Some vets make me feel like they care more about draining my wallet than saving/helping my pet. That is not the case here. I highly recommend them to anyone needing help with their pets.
posted: 05/19/2023
This is the BEST, down to earth Vetnerairan my dogs have ever had. He GENUINELY cares about the animals. So caring and compassionate. Im so lucky to have found an office like this. The staff are also so loving, caring and welcoming. Great Team! The very best in the valley to say the least.
posted: 02/27/2023
Brought our 13yr old in for a spine issues, 1st time they gave us meds. The meds worked for about 1 week, they gave us a courtesy call yesterday to have Jinx (our 13yr old) come back for a follow up. We received new meds to help her deal with her pain. This was a free visit, we only had to pay for the meds. I've never had a Vet clinic offer this service before. I was shocked! The staff is very friendly, kind and knowledgeable. I highly recommend this Vet clinic, especially for people who've had bad experiences with prior Vets.
posted: 02/06/2023
They’ve messed up 4 times already. My cat has been traumatized by these people . Comes out with his wound bleeding and swollen when he was perfect before going in. Leg wraps are either too loose and fall off before I get home or so tight his limbs swell up ! They just don’t care . They take him to a back room and traumatize him and it takes days for him to get over whatever it is their doing to him. How does a wound looking beautiful and healing great , end up swollen and bleeding and BIGGER thsn it was before ? Don’t trust them people just don’t. My cat is not the same and I will be damned if I let them touch him again
posted: 02/27/2023