Whitney Whitford, DVM
4.5 (13) 2920 Lee Blvd, Lehigh Acres, FL 33971, USAHours:
Monday: 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Thursday: 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Friday: 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday: 7:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at Whitney Whitford, DVM
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
Best vet around!! They care and really care for your pets and you too! I used them in the past too and they have a resort for pets. My dog loved staying there. He was happy to come home but he did really love it there too. I have adopted two rescues from them. They did an amazing surgery for my dog. Someone left him on their door step after being hit by a car in a bad rain storm. When I took him home he was just a puppy and couldn’t climb the stairs. Eventually he ran like a deer. He’s still around. My uncle has him now and he’s still doing great!
posted: 07/29/2022
Dr. Whitney is awesome with all 3 of my fur babies ( dachshund x1 and dachpug mixes x 2). She is very knowledgeable and takes the needed steps and gives different options to think about before making decisions that are best for our dogs. The staff is fine and the ones that have been there a long time are the best! Never had a issue with their care and would definitely recommend Dr. Whitney with your precious pets, mine mean the world to us and I am very picky about their care.
posted: 07/15/2019
With a new dog in the home, I am searching for vet as our previous vet retired. This doctor came into the radar of my search. I visited this facility about 12 years ago with my then eight year-old Springer Spaniel. The first warning flag was a sign posted that read something to effect of FOR YOUR SAFETY THANK YOU FOR LETTING US SECURE YOUR PET I have NEVER needed protection, for myself or anyone else, from any of my Springer Spaniels. They are a people-loving breed that becomes aggressive ONLY if strongly provoked. The assistant put my dog into something similar to half-nelson wrestling hold. The dog immediately became anxious. The doctor's routine exam exacerbated the anxiety to the point the dog gave threatening growl when the doctor attempted an oral examination. The doctor backed away with her eyes bulging on a face full of anger. She pointed to my pet and shouted. "Just for that, I'm not going to check your teeth." FOR MY DOG'S PROTECTION AND THE SAFETY OF AN INSECURE PROFESSIONAL AND HER INEPT DOG HANDLER, I HAVE NEVER RETURNED TO THIS FACILITY.
posted: 07/04/2018
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Whitney Whitford, DVM
2920 Lee Blvd, Lehigh Acres, FL 33971, USA(239) 369-0555