Goode Animal Health Care
3.4 (74) 1287 W Pueblo Blvd, Pueblo, CO 81004, USAHours:
Monday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at Goode Animal Health Care
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 | 11,757 |
| 4.9 | Embrace | 17,158 |
| 4.9 | Fetch | 18,571 |
| 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 | 12,232 |
| 4.6 | Pumpkin | 1,473 |
| 4.6 | Spot | 7,033 |
| 4.9 | Trupanion | 73,743 |
| 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
If I could leave a zero star rating I would. In my 50 years of receiving veterinary services, I have never seen a more greedy man than Dr Richard Goode working with animals. Dr Richard Goode charged us 200.00 during regular office hours (9:45) on a Friday to "be worked in" and an additional 85.00 for the exam. The Pueblo Area Emergency Pet Hospital charged us 135.00 to be seen after hours (8pm) on a Friday, which included their exam. So to walk in the door of the Goode Animal Clinic and have YOUR vet examine your animals during normal office hours; if you need to be "worked in", is 285.00 but you can take your pet to an Emergency clinic for 135.00. I highly recommend you guys do the math, or bring your first born, if you go to Dr. Richard Goodes clinic.
posted: 12/27/2022
We were new to Pueblo & needed a local vet to care for our animals. After suffering a great loss of 2 older dogs we adopted new puppies. First problem they required upfront money for office visit. Demanded that we get shots they had already received. It only got worse after that with constant tactics for extra charges. The worst came when we took the female puppy for a spay. They not only didnot do the surgery but told us the dogs had a genetic disease. After visiting a specialist we were told they were totally fine. The specialist had no idea why the blood tests taken at Dr. Goode show such results. The real issue was we were charged for a spay that never occurred plus specialist fee for inaccurate test results. Steer clear of this place unless you want to be fleeced of your money.
posted: 08/30/2022
Not so good in my opinion, 4 to 6 weeks wait time for a visit and $85 to hold the appointment. Guess they are hard on money right now.
posted: 08/18/2023
They make you prepay for your appointment. I was able to get in sooner with another vet and called to cancel my appointment here. Having already read the reviews, I expected them to be rude and they were. Also told me that they can cancel the appointment but they aren’t going to refund me. They also don’t tell you this when you actually make your appointment. It’s 11/8/22 today and my appointment is 12/2/2022
posted: 11/08/2022
Lois is the RUDEST professional I have ever had to deal with, she's REFUSING to give our current vet , our records (we moved out state). She mailed them to a wrong address, and is refusing to make it right. I am sure if she treats her human customers this way, wonder how she is treating our fur babies behind door.
posted: 10/13/2022
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