Blackhawk Veterinary Hospital
4.6 (37) 9000 Crow Canyon Rd R, Danville, CA 94506, USAHours:
Monday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday: 8:30 AM – 2:00 PM
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at Blackhawk Veterinary 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
The entire staff are very caring with all their patients but really go above and beyond for dogs & cats. Dr. Nick and Dr. Jones has a true and genuine love of animals, doctors has and will often go above and beyond the call of duty. Hands down "SUPER BEST Veterinarian EVER and doctors training skills are impeccable.!" DOCTORS are amazing with animals. They are truly care about the animals and their owners. Highly recommend!!
posted: 06/20/2023
Updated Review 2023: It's been 8 years, I've rescued 3 pets and I've moved out of the state and back again, and I am still reliant upon Dr. Nick and his expertise. He is still, hands down, the best vet around. He is knowledgeable, professional and cares deeply about his patients. The best part is he is transparent about diagnosis, the methods of correction and what is actually needed to help your baby - he runs his practice on honesty and true care. I will always be a repeat patient of Dr. Nick, and I have the utmost trust in him to care for my girl like she was his own. This is a peace of mind that is absolutely priceless and I could not be more grateful for it. Review 2015: Dr. Nick is THE BEST vet EVER! He got on the floor and sat with my rescue dog, talked TO her (not ABOUT her) and helped me to understand everything going on with my new baby. I was blown away at his professionalism and yet very friendly and caring manner. I don't have enough words to describe how great BlackHawk Vet and the staff is. I highly recommend to all!
posted: 06/02/2023
Found this veterinary by chance due to COVID-19. Our previous veterinary hospital was booked out for almost 3 weeks, unless I wanted to pay for urgent care rates. Blackhawk Veterinary Hospital had an appointment available for us 2 days after I called. This place is small. Two exam rooms. We have been here twice in June. Staff is friendly and accommodating. They provide you with costs before they do anything. They also help prioritize what treatments are necessary (must dos) when you may get overwhelmed and cannot make a decision. Their fees are reasonable. Dr Nick took the time to explain what my dog had in person and via email. We will be back since my old girl has been diagnosed with chronic heart issues. You are able to take your pet prescription (written Rx) to be fulfilled at Costco (pet meds) if you ask. However, Blackhawk Veterinary Hospital will not call in your pet Rx into Costco or to another third party pet pharmacy for you. You have to take your written Rx and drive to it or mail it in the written prescription. Hence, 4 stars instead of 5 stars.
posted: 09/29/2020
Kind and helpful staff. The vet was awesome listened to me and helped my dog. Will be taking her back
posted: 08/12/2023
I've been taking my pets to the practice for 10 years, and have great trust in Dr. Nick. The staff is easy to work with and it feels very collaborative.
posted: 02/08/2023
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