Surfside Animal Hospital

4.2 (796)
3876 Mission Ave, Oceanside, CA 92058, USA

Hours:

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: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Sunday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

How to Save Money at Surfside 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:

Top Pet Insurance Providers of 2024
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.

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Getting 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

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Eli Henig

Pricey so definitely push back on cost, there is wiggle room there for sure but that's what happens when you go corporate. Besides the high price tag (seems about 150% mark up on most stuff) the techs are awesome. One or two rough around the edges but Morgan makes each trip enjoyable for both me and my fur children, thanks for all you do

posted: 02/13/2024

Scott Paul

I have been taking my pit bull, Bear, to Surfside since he was a puppy. They always take care of my baby boy. A couple years ago Bear got a fox tail stuck in his ear and pierced his ear drum. 🥲. We took him to Surfside right away. They handled it like the pros they are and Bear was good to go in no time. We take him there for flea meds, allergy shots, ear infections, nail trimming, regular check ups and emergencies...every time they are helpful, honest, and friendly. I highly recommend you take your pets to Surfside, they rock!!!!

posted: 06/26/2023

Shanthe M

I can’t say enough great things about Dr. King and her staff. Dr. King is extremely caring and treats each animal as if they were her own. I feel 100% comfortable having them in her care. She’s also a surgeon and performed a Gastropexy & Spay on two of my large female mastiffs. She’s such a pro and both healed beautifully. If you’re looking for a great vet, you’ve come to the right place. I also want to highlight Lisa Marie who works at the front desk. She is always a pleasure to see. She’s always so bubbly and fun even on the most stressful of days. She cares about you and your pets and will do whatever she can to get you onto the schedule. She is such a delight. And bonus, she can also pet sit!

posted: 11/17/2023

Brock Pizza

We used to get amazing help under Blake, and also good service from Dr. King. Dr. king is out for a conference and whom ever is filling in will be the reason we do not return. We have been waiting over a week for blood work they said would take 24-48 hours. Paid 100$ for the blood work so we could make sure our dogs ok, not wait a week without the proper meds putting our dogs health at risk.

posted: 03/16/2024

Me
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This animal hospital was the first place we went to when we moved to California. My dogs are family and I only take them to places I have researched. This place had great reviews. I agree completely the reviews were correct. They have helped my dogs(Copper, Rusty and Captain) through some medical needs. When Copper and then eventually Rusty passed I called them devastated and they were kind, understanding and showed love and compassion to me. They advised me what to do and also offered their services. They offered cremation options. The one I chose for both was they would be sent out to sea and scattered with others who have passed. I felt sort of a comfort knowing they were going to go out to sea. Then they offered a paw print in clay. I have had many dogs in the past and not once has any vet office shown the love and compassion as Surfside Animal Hospital. I wish we would have moved here years ago!

posted: 06/25/2021