St Helena Veterinary Hospital
4.2 (11) 584 Main St, St Helena, CA 94574, USAHours:
Monday: 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Tuesday: 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Thursday: 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at St Helena 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 | 11,714 |
| 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
We have been very happy with Dr. Gold and all the staff. We have seen him several times when our dog was sick and he has never recommended the most expensive treatment. I am a wait and see kind of mom, and I feel as though he respects that and gives me options. We also bring our dog in for monthly nail trimmings. Unlike a groomer, we make an appointment and the clippings are quick and reasonably priced. The staff is so friendly and really gentle and knowledgeable. This is our vet forever!
posted: 01/08/2020
Dr. Gold is an excellent veterinarian and a really good person. I have known him for almost 30 years and he does a great job. He knows a whole lot about veterinary medicine. If he doesn't know something he will find someone who does. He's a people person- a really good communicator. Very generous of heart- he care about people and their animals. I highly recommend Dr. Gold and St Helena Vet.
posted: 09/26/2018
Great vet, we saw him for a second opinion and he really makes an effort to understand your animal. We were told our dog would need to have surgery immediately at our original vet (after giving him 4 x-rays; at least two of which were unnecessary in our opinion) in spite of a history of passing/throwing-up objects and his general good/normal disposition. Dr. Gold gave us the knowledge and confidence to monitor him and eventually our dog threw-up the object, without the need for surgery, or even x-rays. His office also had excellent availability for urgent calls and regular checkups. I would highly recommend Dr. Gold to anyone with a pet that is looking for someone who takes the time to get to know your animal on an individual basis and doesn’t immediately call for treatments that symptoms don’t necessarily warrant. We will be sticking with Dr. Gold for the future care of our pet. TL;DR First vet recommended immediate surgery, Dr. Gold recommended monitoring; dog threw-up object about two months later; we recommend Dr. Gold.
posted: 11/26/2018
Dr. Gold and his staff are amazing, he really cares for our pets and always takes his time with them. I drive from Napa and couldn't imagine taking my animals anywhere else. I would and have recommended him to everyone I know who has pets.
posted: 05/23/2020
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