Santa Fe Animal Clinic
4.8 (101) 301 Santa Fe Dr, Encinitas, CA 92024, USAHours:
Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at Santa Fe Animal 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 | 11,713 |
| 4.9 | Embrace | 16,627 |
| 4.9 | Fetch | 10,616 |
| 4.2 | Figo | 2,598 |
| 4.7 | Hartville | 164 |
| 4.9 | Healthy Paws | 9,975 |
| 4.9 | Lemonade | 805 |
| 4.6 | ManyPets | 2,332 |
| 4.0 | MetLife | 625 |
| 4.8 | Nationwide | 21,404 |
| 4.3 | Pet Assure | 12 |
| 4.5 | PetPartners | 112 |
| 4.3 | Pets Best | 12,053 |
| 4.6 | Pumpkin | 1,425 |
| 4.6 | Spot | 6,829 |
| 4.9 | Trupanion | 67,550 |
| 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
For the difficult task of putting down my dog, I was treated with the utmost dignity and attentiveness by the office staff. While I was able to hold back tears for the beginning of the visit, as I was signing the paperwork my hands were trembling. The vet tech noticed and wordlessly steadied the paper in order for me to continue. And as usual, Dr. Tanaka was great. I really can't imagine how hard it is to do this work day in and out. Today was a truly awful day, but I want to recognize the hard work and compassion of those who work here. Thank you.
posted: 12/22/2022
Dr. Tanaka was EXCELLENT. I’ve never had a vet that was as highly communicative and personable. He cares very much and is very kind. He explained my dog’s issues clearly and thoroughly. His staff is great and very friendly. I’ve been to several visits with my dog, Winston, and each visit was equally positive. I highly recommend Santa Fe Animal Clinic—- an overall all A+.
posted: 06/14/2022
Many thanks to Dr. Tanaka and his wonderful staff for compassionate and professional care for our dog Lady up until her last breath. You provide a critical service to pet owners and we are so grateful to you! 🙏🏻🏆👍🥇
posted: 12/22/2022
Dr. Bohn took over for my Doc being he was in surgery. I was hesitant and she absolutely was more than caring, and went out of her way like Dr. Tanaka and took care of My angel. She followed up and made sure she had nothing but her best interest in how we were to proceed with taking care of what would make her comfortable but also what was the most economical approach. Thank you Dr. Bohn.
posted: 10/09/2022
Omg this place was a miracle for me ! I was super desperately looking for health certificate international for my cat to travel like 3 days until I found this place. They was super efficiency and gentlemen. Mr Bones is a such an amazing veterinarian and her staff very nice and cordiality. It takes 2 days to done all the papers for my cats. Im was super happy to meet this place.
posted: 08/02/2022
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Banfield Pet Hospital
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Coastal Animal Hospital
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Companion Pet Care
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Encinitas Animal Hospital
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Santa Fe Animal Clinic
301 Santa Fe Dr, Encinitas, CA 92024, USA(760) 753-6512
Tell Tail Moonlight Veterinary Urgent Care
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