La Cumbre Animal Hospital
4.8 (117) 3910 State St, Santa Barbara, CA 93110, USAHours:
Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM, 2:00 – 5:30 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at La Cumbre 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 | 11,714 |
| 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
La Cumbre Animal Hospital has proved over the past few years to be extremely reliable for our two dogs. The front desk is always kind and the care that we have received has been incredible.Dr Holmes is very impressive , so loving and always gives superior advice. Fairly recently we had an emergency with our golden retriever and they helped us right in the middle of the floor at the front office, it was scary. They were so calm and quick and I was crying hysterically. I’m happy to report our golden is happy and well now. I still owe them flowers. Thank you to all the incredible doctors and staff at La Cumbre. Your love and care is far superior always!
posted: 04/05/2023
We love this vet so much. They offer an incredible knowledge and catering to our pets. They get us in so quick as established patients and give us the best quality of care.
posted: 06/09/2023
Dr. deHaas is an amazing vet. She’s kind, calm, well informed, communicative, and handles my puppy very well. Her stable, steady energy allows my pup to feel safe. He’s more cooperative with her than other vets he’s experienced in the past. We will definitely continue to see Dr. deHaas. La Cumbre Animal hospital has great vet techs and staff as well. I recommend.
posted: 05/23/2023
I love LCAH. My 16yr old plus pup is totally in love with Dr. Bev. Been seeing her forever . The staff is friendly and efficient..always giving the respect and honoring when your animal is in crisis…(Am I the only helicopter mom here?) I don’t think you could work there if you weren’t a person of compassion. And check out their new offices..so beautiful. Any of the DVMs with the group will give your fur baby the attention and love they deserve. Sadly we lost Bobo August 17th. As always, LCAH treated him and us with much compassion and care. We welcomed our new little Ms. Maizie in September and of course brought her to the most loving place in town for her care and well being. She was a hit! I cannot thank them enough for their dedication and care.
posted: 11/09/2022
We spent a long time trying to find a good fit for our pup and are SO glad we found La Cumbre. Best vet in SB. Responsive. Caring. Trustworthy.
posted: 04/25/2023
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