Coast Veterinary Services

4.9 (89)
5400 Scotts Valley Dr STE E, Scotts Valley, CA 95066, USA

Hours:

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: Closed

Sunday: Closed

How to Save Money at Coast Veterinary Services

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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Taci Littlejohn

We LOVE this veterinary practice! Dr. Abraham has always taken such great care of our Gus. She ensures that he's comfortable during his exams and he loves coming back. Gus gets into mischief often so I love that he is always thrilled to see her. She's thorough and compassionate - I love her commitment to furthering her education and learning new surgical techniques. Hannah and Ley are always wonderful and helpful whenever we have questions. Everyone in this practice is happy and helpful, it's clear there is good support within the organization. The décor is adorable and the practice is spotless! Love supporting this local veterinary practice, they really make you and your pets feel welcome while delivering excellent veterinary care.

posted: 05/04/2023

Maddie Brooks

This review is for all the techs and vets at both Coast & Mount Hermon locations; I really don’t know where to begin. From the amazing receptionists who always greet us with a smile and make me and my pets feel so welcome every time we set foot in the building. To each and every one of the hard working techs who work tirelessly and so passionately- you are seen and SO appreciated. To the vets on staff (specifically Dr Power, Phinn & Sullenberger- who have directly helped us all these years. Although, all the vets are awesome!) who have always been quick to communicate, listen and help no matter what is going on with my animals. But to also know when it’s time to refer an issue out to a specialist when it becomes beyond your scope of practice is so professional and respectable. Their whole team communicates and works flawlessly together and it doesn’t go unnoticed. I have always felt so included in the options and course of diagnoses/treatments on all of my pets. And that to me is a really important thing! We’re so glad to have each and every one of you in our corner. Thank you ALL for everything you’ve done for us and continue to do. We are forever thankful! -Maddie, Logan, Tad, Tina, Solo Cup & Bella Brooks

posted: 08/28/2023

Krys Call

Dr. Sullenberger is extremely kind to animals, gives clear and cordial explanations to guardians, and is very careful about the pet's health. Her techs always treat our animals gently and affectionately, as does Dr. Sullenberger. Since writing this review, we had a series of bad experiences with that office resulting in my dog not getting his meds, which was fixed by their office manager, who is great. She is a wonderful person but cannot be everywhere at once as it is a large practice. We moved on to another, smaller office for pet care where we are exceedingly pleased.

posted: 08/15/2023

Arianna Rae

I can’t say enough good things about this place. I took my cat here to get groomed and she was not very nice to the workers- my girl is usually really friendly with people at home but I’ve always had trouble getting her groomed. I was actually recommended to this place by another groomer who had some trouble with my cat. The groomer was so kind and apologetic about it (even though it wasn’t her fault) and suggested I bring her back and have her sedated before the treatment. I was a little nervous about it because I didn’t know how my cat would react to sedation and I thought it would be expensive but it was super reasonable and my cat wasn’t even groggy or anything when I took her home. The technician did an excellent job on her cut and she is now happy & healthy for the summer. I trust this veterinarian wholeheartedly with my difficult pet and if you are looking for an awesome place for cat grooming this is the best one I’ve been to in the whole Bay Area.

posted: 08/17/2020

Jessamy Barker

Everyone was super friendly and great with our cats. I appreciate a vet who will sit down on the floor and let the kittens chase their stethoscope! They spotted that we were entitled to a free first visit due to adopting through the SPCA so we got a cheaper bill too! Photo of the practice cat

posted: 08/13/2021