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Ponderosa Veterinary Clinic

4.9 (388)

7471 Black Forest Rd, Colorado Springs, CO 80923, USA

Best Pet Insurance in Colorado Springs, Colorado 2024

Hours:

Monday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Thursday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Friday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Saturday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Sunday: Closed

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How to Save Money at Ponderosa Veterinary Clinic

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:

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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.

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Reviews from Google

metalbroncs96

Vets and staff alike are always so kind and helpful. Thanks for being our family’s place to go to get our lovable four legged family taken care of!

posted: 07/10/2023

c tony ochoa

I don’t know why I never gave a review before. But it’s been 2 years or so we took PNut to Ponderosa. He was turned down at another local place and we were told we had no other option but to put him down. We found Ponderosa and they gave him more years of life. Thank you Ponderosa for the attentiveness, compassion and awesome personal. All of you!!!

posted: 02/19/2023

Wendi Watson

This is the best experience I've ever had with a Veterinary Clinic.Thank you Antonette for getting Niki in so quickly.The compassion and care shown to my Niki was top notch! I recieved 2 phone calls from Dr. Wilson checking on her and with results of her tests. So impressive. I will definitely keep them as my clinic for her future care. Thank you all!!

posted: 06/29/2023

Racheal Boynton

Everyone is always so kind! We had no wait for our appt, and were in and out in 15 minutes. The Dr was patient, quiet, and gentle with my anxious pup. Thankful for great care for my furry babies!

posted: 05/26/2023

Amanda Oakley

My dog, Tucker, was assessed thoroughly and Dr. Carol provided compassionate care during the visit. Interventions were discussed and shared with me before deciding the best treatment. I was thankful to get a same-day appointment and so glad to have a veterinarian and vet-tech that truly cared for my sweet Tucker.

posted: 04/17/2023

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