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Avian and Animal Hospital

4.8 (453)

11405 Starkey Rd, Largo, FL 33773, USA

Best Pet Insurance in Largo, Florida 2024

Hours:

Monday: 7:30 AM – 12:00 PM, 2:00 – 5:30 PM

Tuesday: 7:30 AM – 12:00 PM, 2:00 – 6:30 PM

Wednesday: 7:30 AM – 12:00 PM, 2:00 – 5:30 PM

Thursday: 7:30 AM – 12:00 PM, 2:00 – 6:30 PM

Friday: 7:30 AM – 12:00 PM, 2:00 – 5:30 PM

Saturday: 7:30 AM – 2:00 PM

Sunday: Closed

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How to Save Money at Avian and 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.

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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

Natalie Canales

Wow, as a first time bird mom to a 5 week old cockatiel I have been an anxious wreck and this clinic helped me so much! Literally the best experience we could have asked for! We also loved nurse Kristy who took so much time with us to happily answer all of our questions and it was very clear that the health and happiness of our baby was her #1 priority! Dr. Zellner was a complete angel as well and I’m so relieved and grateful to have them as our vet! Thanks for everything!

posted: 04/18/2023

Rob C.

Dr. Zeldnar and the whole staff rock. They were able to take my cat in for an antibiotic shot before normal business to ensure she could get it before the holiday. They are always so polite and professional. : )

posted: 07/03/2023

Samantha Schwartz

Dr. Zellner is the best!! She really knows her stuff and is great with my 85lb pittie. She's also fantastic with exotics. I work in the veterinary field and I choose to go to her over anyone in the area!

posted: 09/12/2023

Melissa McIntosh

We took our baby Guinea pig for his first checkup. The staff was amazing from the beginning to the end. The veterinarian assistants were so friendly and helpful and very thorough. The veterinarian was great also. We were impressed.

posted: 10/22/2021

Texanna Loftus

I love the vet at Avian and Animal but do to the loss of one of the doctors, the availability of appointments is limited. I understand this situation but in order to accommodate current clients, they may want to take less new patients. My exotics have been going there for years, my squirrel goes every 3 weeks for sedated teeth trims so her tooth does not grow through her skull. They can now not get her in for almost 2 months for a visit, so I have to find a new doctor. It makes me nervous to find a new doctor as my squirrel is elderly. I just feel that new clients should know that it will be extremely difficult to get timely visits and all clients are expendable.

posted: 06/10/2023

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