Schulhof Animal Hospital

4.4 (59)
199 Post Rd W, Westport, CT 06880, USA

Hours:

Monday: 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM

Tuesday: 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM

Wednesday: 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM

Thursday: 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM

Friday: 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM

Saturday: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Sunday: Closed

How to Save Money at Schulhof 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:

Top Pet Insurance Providers of 2024
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.

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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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lindsay sweeney

Amazing!! From front desk, doctor, head tech everyone was so compassionate, caring and helpful. Thank you all so much!!! My dog is very old and they were so gentle and kind to her which is much appreciated

posted: 09/25/2024

Olivia Huddleston

I moved to Minneapolis last year and am struggling to find vet care like this out here. People leave nightmare reviews about visits, clinics seem profit oriented etc. My partner's family used to go to Schulhof for their family pet, so it was an easy choice for us when we rescued Ellie three years ago. There is so much good to say about this clinic and the people who work here. They are transparent about care and pricing; I've never felt taken advantage of. When my baby had an infection during COVID last year, Schulhof was SO responsive, texted us about her care (love this!), asked for photos, and treated her immediately. Since we'll be moving back to CT at some point and make frequent visits back home with the pups, we'll continue coming to Schulhof for primary care. I give up trying to find a comparable vet out here - it doesn't exist. You'll meet Winnie (right in photo) for her first visit this Christmas!

posted: 09/25/2022

Julia Danilchenko

Feel extremely disappointed and let down by this practice that has been treating our dog for the past 11 years, at a time when he needs them the most. Everything was great when the dog was young and we were spending a lot of money on his care ($1200 dental cleaning/surgery, $700 echocardiogram, every blood test and X-ray). Things changed drastically when the dog started to age and having problems. That’s when I started to feel that our intentions towards the dog’s care diverged and my feelings and love for him were being manipulated. As soon as I indicated that we were not going to do any serious interventions and were focused on making the dog’s last years, months, days the most comfortable and dignified, giving him the life that’s worth living, they became very busy and unable to see him or help him feel more comfortable. They also assumed a very judgemental, patronising tone about the choices I am making for MY dog. I feel completely alone, abandoned and betrayed by this practice at this very difficult time, when we have to make hard decisions. When they take on a new puppy patient they are signing on to see him through his last days, same as I am. So I feel this behaviour is very irresponsible and unprofessional. Being married to an entrepreneur, I understand how business and capitalism work. But I also know that care and commerce cannot coexist. If your priority is to make a profit then you should probably do something else. Reading other reviews on here it’s clear that I am not the only one with this kind of experience. The glowing reviews seem to be from people who have not yet reached the late stage of their pet’s life.

posted: 01/18/2023

Carmela Lostumbo

As new puppy owners, we were very particular about the future care of our baby. Schulhof came very highly recommended and did not disappoint with the compassionate care that we have seen from our first visit. Everyone at Schulhof has demonstrated such kindness and expertise from the receptionist answering our calls to the staff and doctors handling our puppy.

posted: 05/22/2021

Carlo Montali

When our dog was bitten by another dog, we called Schulhof. After all, they have taken care of our two dogs for many years. The operator told us everyone was very busy, he could not be seen, that we'd better take the dog to the emergency hospital. No time to have even a quick look at a dog they are following... Very poor attitude from people supposed to care for our dogs, who also groom them every month. Don't try to go if your pet has an emergency, wrong vet office. But the beauty parlor activity is second to none.

posted: 10/12/2022