Melrose La Brea Animal Hospital
4.5 (61) 7116 Melrose Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90046, 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 – 2:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at Melrose La Brea 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
This is my second review for Dr. Jordan. The office and his staff are warm and welcoming. I appreciate that they were able to see my pup same day and left me at ease. He is a gem and I am grateful for his veterinary service.
posted: 09/22/2023
My pup recently had a somewhat urgent issue and I was unable to get an appointment with her usual veterinarian, so I found Melrose La Brea Animal Hospital and I was able to get an appointment on short notice, on a Saturday. We had such a great experience with this office. Dr. Jordan and the staff were extremely friendly, knowledgeable, and helpful. My dog usually gets a little nervous at vet appointments but she was remarkably calm here. We will definitely be returning!
posted: 06/05/2023
This is hard to write because this is an independent vet that I want to do well. However, I was mislead by the rating and reviews so feel compelled to write one to warn others. I have a cat, so maybe stop reading if you have a dog because I think their vet visits are a much smoother experience. They are uncomfortable with cats. It is not uncommon for cats to HATE vet visits. Cats do not follow instructions and they do not bend to your will, i.e. they are not dogs. On every visit I have listened to Dr Jordan talk about withholding food from my cat to make them obedient and that “for animals food is like money.” I don’t know maybe he just hates 3 strangers sticking a cold thermometer up his butt on a Wednesday afternoon? However, they make you feel ashamed for your cat being difficult. They are inappropriately equipped and experienced to deal with difficult cats. They will almost immediately suggest you simply come back for an appointment to sedate your cat so they can do the exam. Having recently watched my girlfriend’s vet deal with her cats (a certain “modern” vet that is popping up all over LA) I was left stunned at the difference in care and asked myself why I was putting my cat through this experience. So regrettably I leave Dr Jordan and his staff, but I believe there is a better way for my animal to get care - and that is my priority.
posted: 07/08/2023
Dr. Edd M Jordan is the kindest, sweetest man! He took me and my cat super last minute and made my cat feel comfortable and at ease during his appointment. Him and his staff are super knowledgeable and took great care of us. I feel lucky to have found such a nice, knowledgeable veterinarian. Thank you again for such a nice experience.
posted: 05/01/2023
Been coming here with all my pups and Dr. Jordan and his staff are great with all of them (from puppies to rescues, they are great with them) and I’m happy I found this place. They can also accommodate appointments on short notice if needed which is super helpful for peace of mind. He’s been a working vet for so long so has a wide breadth of knowledge which is great!
posted: 01/03/2023
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