Fillmore Veterinary Hospital

4.8 (360)
1010 E Fillmore St, Colorado Springs, CO 80907, USA

Hours:

Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM

Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 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: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Sunday: Closed

How to Save Money at Fillmore 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:

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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Mary Norton

Miracle at Fillmore Vet! On September 26, 2023, my 13-year-old rescued Chihuahua, Wilson, was at Fillmore Vet for routine blood work. Wilson has congestive heart failure and doing well on the meds Dr. Cor has prescribed. Wilson tried to fight the techs as they did the blood draw. He went into cardiac arrest. Dr. Webb was right there and did CPR on my boy, then a medication and oxygen. Wilson's heart started beating again and after about an hour on oxygen and observation, I joyfully carried him home. I realize I could have lost my boy that afternoon if not for the quick and caring actions by Dr. Webb and his team--and the grace of God. I spoke with Krystal and Kari a few days later and was so impressed with their caring hearts and determination not to let Wilson leave me that day. The rest of the staff was amazing in keeping me informed of what was happening and keeping me comfortable. Dr. Cor has been Wilson's vet since I adopted him in March of 2016. He and his staff are the "Best of Show"! I am so grateful to have each of them taking such great care of my rather feisty but sweet Chi Wilson. I'm writing this review a month after the event to report that Wilson is doing just fine and I am over the moon to still have him!! (I tried to keep this short--oh well.)

posted: 10/30/2023

Peggy

Dr Karen is very supportive of prioritizing care on my retirement budget. She is kind, prompt and gives yyou time to process options for my cat and dog

posted: 10/16/2023

Katelyn Teasdale

I cannot say enough about this practice. Dr. Cor husband treating our families pets since I was a little girl and I have continued to take my pets to him as an adult. He has always been absolutely amazing with the animals themselves and the owner's alike. He is very welcoming, friendly, and you can definitely tell his priority is the well-being of your pet. He's always been very upfront about potential costs of procedures and best and worst case scenarios. Several years ago I met Dr. Alex and we love him just as much. He is absolutely amazing with our animals and most recently we had to take our dog in due to a leg injury. Despite examining her and what would normally cause a dog to retreat as soon as possible, she immediately went back over to him for loving and kisses. Because she remembered how good he has been to her. The front desk staff is also so accommodating and so friendly. Their customer service is outstanding and they always follow up to ensure your pet is doing well. I would never go anywhere else. They are all absolutely amazing.

posted: 10/13/2021

Kara Christopoulos

Dr. Karen is our new vet (previous vet moved). She was amazing! Very caring to my Great Dane, and educated me as she treated my pup.

posted: 06/27/2023

Michael Evans

Was looking for a new vet for my cats and dog. Went through their website and reviews looked good. No where on the new patients section (or anywhere on the website I could find) of their website does it say they aren’t excepting new patients. Only when you try to call. Definitely something that should be on your website.

posted: 10/07/2023