Collegiate Peaks Veterinary Hospital
5 (13) 104 Isabel Ct, Buena Vista, CO 81211, USAHours:
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 Collegiate Peaks 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
From the front desk, to the veterinary assistants, to Dr. Pierce, this is an all-around great team and choice for ‘fur families’. Dr. Pierce gave the best examination of our 12 year old Beagle that he has ever received. He included range of motion analysis, full body palpitation, examined eyes, ears, mouth/teeth, respiration, heartbeat… seems typical but many vets rush or skip these important protocol. The excellent explanations of the exam were detailed and understandable. Additionally, Dr. Pierce caught a serious issue that was misdiagnosed by another veterinary team, giving us options and a plan for care. The price point was reasonable and fair, in our opinion. Highly recommend this clinic and very happy to have it and its team in Buena Vista. Thank you all!
posted: 07/14/2023
Dr. Pierce has been such a blessing to work with. He really takes the time to get to know your animal and we are grateful for all of the work he’s done :) Happy you came to the valley!
posted: 07/25/2023
We were shown the utmost compassion during our urgent visit with our elderly cat. Unfortunately, while on our CO vacation our beloved cat had a sudden onset of a somewhat rare heart condition which was progressive and incurable. Dr. Pierce went the extra mile in his testing, diagnosing, and even during the unfortunate euthanasia process. Being from out of state, I couldn’t have been more at ease with our choice of veterinarian! I wish he was our vet now!
posted: 08/14/2023
Dr. Pierce and his team were able to provide quick emergency care for my dog when she was feeling gross.from eating gravel at camp. He was great with our dog. They were able to to bloodwork and X-rays to find our issue and explained our expected outcomes and treatment really well. I'm so happy we ended up here with our out of town emergency.
posted: 07/03/2023
Dr. Pierce and his team went above and beyond when it came to my sick dog. Rather abruptly, my dog got ill very quickly and it was determined that he had a few large masses on his spleen that would be fatal if not removed. Not only did Dr. Pierce give us a quick diagnosis, when my dog started having an alarming symptom, he brought us in after hours and gave us exceptional, additional care. He then was able to get us into another veterinary hospital for surgery the next day and saved us thousands of dollars. My dog is currently alive and thriving, and it's all thanks to Dr. Pierce, his team and his family who all showed me and my husband compassion and care. We could not be more grateful for them!
posted: 07/11/2023
Veterinarians in Buena Vista, Colorado
At Home Pet Doctor
15171 Co Rd 306, Buena Vista, CO 81211, USA(719) 839-0446
Buena Vista Veterinary Clinic
30400 US Hwy 24 N, Buena Vista, CO 81211, USA(719) 395-8239
Collegiate Peaks Veterinary Hospital
104 Isabel Ct, Buena Vista, CO 81211, USA(719) 395-8900
Mobile Veterinary Services
comes up in Albuquerque search, Buena Vista, CO 81211, USA(719) 839-0446
Your Best Friends Mobile Vet
110 Brookdale Ave Box 1698, Buena Vista, CO 81211, USA(719) 395-0968