Lake Alfred Animal Hospital
4.6 (355) 105 Alfred St, Lake Alfred, FL 33850, 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: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at Lake Alfred 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:
| Rating | Provider | Total Review |
|---|---|---|
| 4.4 | AKC | 891 |
| 4.5 | ASPCA | 11,756 |
| 4.9 | Embrace | 17,140 |
| 4.9 | Fetch | 18,308 |
| 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 | 12,229 |
| 4.6 | Pumpkin | 1,473 |
| 4.6 | Spot | 7,024 |
| 4.9 | Trupanion | 73,550 |
| 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
I drive past several vets to get here because they are so wonderful. From the moment you walk in, your greeted with staff who make you feel welcome and special. You can tell that everyone there loves your baby. Dr Laura is very thorough and knows her stuff. She is so kind to my girl when she is nervous. Their prices are fair and they are not pushy about unnecessary treatment. I always feel confident in the treatment and advice given. I feel my concerns regarding my pet is given full attention. 5 stars from me was very easy!
posted: 06/06/2023
For the past 5 years, my Mi-Kis have received excellent care at this facility. All the staff members were knowledgeable, and caring, professional in every way.
posted: 03/25/2023
We have gone to Lake Alfred Animal Hospital since we adopted Easy, our furry long haired chihuahua. Dr. Del Valle and her staff all providing outstanding care and truly show compassion to the animals in their care. Highly recommend them to all pet owners!!
posted: 08/02/2023
Very good care for my pet who is always anxious and gets nippy They were gentle and understanding Love Dr Laura and staff!
posted: 04/14/2023
Our dogs are very much members of our family, not just pets. Dr. Laura has been wonderful with our senior girl Lucy, as well as taking excellent care of our Minnie. I am very confident in her expertise and very pleased with her gentle and genuine concern for our girls. I have to drive from Winter Garden for her care, but she and her staff have been worth every mile. I am so thankful Minnie’s breeder introduced us to this practice. Moving from out of state, finding a Vet who really loves their job, does it well, loves our dogs, and communicates their medical needs while respecting my background as an RN, and my daughter’s as a former Vet tech, has been quite a search. We are truly grateful to have found this practice. We miss Dr. McDaniel, but feel she has left her practice in very capable hands. I am sure they show the same professionalism and care to all their animal clients. Even through a pandemic, they have been great!
posted: 09/24/2021