Happy Tails Animal Hospital
4.6 (141) 617 Elmira Rd, Vacaville, CA 95687, USAHours:
Monday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at Happy Tails 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
Happy Tails always offered exceptional and prompt service, mind you they are a busy office as they have many clients, but that tells you something. We were fortunate to have them care for our cat Belle, and dog Chilly, who have since passed (RIP), but our family's history with this hospital was ALWAYS compassionate, professional, and at the end of our sweet pets lives, above and beyond the services of expected care. Our pets were taken very well care of throughout their lives at all of their vet visits and that made us always feel good as there caretakers. I highly recommend them for your family's pet needs. One day, when we are ready to think about adding another member to our family, I hope they will take us in as patients again.
posted: 07/24/2023
Doctors and staff are exceptional. Prompt call backs and available appointments are appreciated. My dog has had ultimate care. He's treated very well. My concerns are received with empathy and responded in a timely manner. Both my Boxer boys have been patients of Happy Tails for 10 years.
posted: 06/25/2023
I tried my hand at working here because I liked the name. Happy Tails almost made me wag my own. The Lady in charge is super nice and tried to be supportive when I wanted to work there as a vet tech. This place has great people and great potential. Simply walk in and experience it yourself.
posted: 07/25/2023
I would like to thank everyone at Happy Tails Animal Hospital, for taking us in today and assisting my family during a difficult time with our dog, despite no previous history with them. I have found it very difficult to find vet services in the area and when this situation came up it also seemed to be an impossible feat. I felt very fortunate for the caring receptionist (maybe more than that), Karen, for assisting with that. The entire team was professional, and compassionate for both our dog and us. Should the time come that we need vet services again, I will be calling Happy Tails for our care. Thank you so much, we appreciate your support today.
posted: 03/31/2023
Best Vet around. Never tries to pile on add ons & has accurate estimates. They do very good work, are not judgmental & put the animals care at the forefront. They have close ties with UC Davis & can help with advanced care planning. Get an appointment today!!!
posted: 08/18/2023
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