Kern Veterinary Hospital
4.4 (149) 5104 Lake Isabella Blvd # A, Lake Isabella, CA 93240, USAHours:
Monday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at Kern 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 | 11,713 |
| 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
I was so impressed with our experience at Kern Veterinary Hospital. The staff, whether on the phone or in person, was warm, friendly and helpful. We watched them treat all the animals in the lobby like they were their favorite pet. Ours was treated just like that (even though it was their first time meeting our dog). Dr. Heather was warm and caring and thorough, and took the time to personally give us our options and made sure we understood the pros and cons of each, and sent us on our way with antibiotics and a follow up appt. The service was excellent, the cost was surprisingly affordable and they all sent love our way. We HIGHLY recommend Kern Veterinary Hospital and Dr. Heather. A shout out, also, to Lisa at the front desk, Hanna who called us about a cancellation opening, Shannon and her technical assistance to Dr. Heather, and, of course, Dr. Heather. Any staff we missed mentioning was merely because we didn’t personally interact with them. EVERYONE there was impressive with their caring and helpfulness with the pets and their owners.
posted: 07/07/2023
Dr. Vicky and her staff do an exceptional job of caring for their patients. Beware, they are always busy! But if your animal is cared for by Dr. Vicky and team they are cared for by exceptionally committed and knowledgeable people.
posted: 03/04/2023
It's difficult looking for a new veterinarian after being with one for over 15 years but things do change. I was fortunate to find Kern Veterinary Hospital for my pets, the staff & Veterinarian are terrific they get you in on time spend quality time with them. Thank you.
posted: 11/14/2022
I have a home in Los Angeles and a home in Weldon. My dog's vet is in Los Angeles. This past week I was in Weldon. On Wednesday morning I had to make the difficult decision to have my dog put to sleep. I called Kern Veterinary Hospital and asked if they had an appointment slot available to put my dog to sleep. The woman said they did have an available appointment slot, but when she found out I wasn't an existing customer, she told me they weren't taking any new customers. The procedure would have used up the appointment slot they had available, but obviously wasn't going to add anything to their workload going forward. They refused to help end a dog's suffering because they had not previously gotten any money out of the dog's owner. They have no provisions for assisting with an emergency in the community at large, an indication of their utter lack of commitment to the community. Their bland lack of compassion is chilling and telling. I ended up driving my dog to Bakersfield, where the kind folks at Banfield Pet Hospital eased her on her way and took care of arrangements for cremation.
posted: 01/31/2022