My Pet Animal Hospital Inc
4.5 (69) 778 E Lake Rd S, Palm Harbor, FL 34685, USAHours:
Monday: 9:00 AM – 1:00 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: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Sunday: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
How to Save Money at My Pet Animal Hospital Inc
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
As we received the sad news that our dog needed to be put to sleep, Dr. Tanko and all of the staff were very compassionate. They gave us the opportunity to be with our precious buddy all through the process and then we could be with him as long as we needed for final goodbyes.
posted: 04/21/2023
A vet that really cares about your pet. Dr. Tanko is easy to talk with and honest about your furry friends options for their care. We've been using Dr. Tanko for over 20 years. I think that says all that needs to be said.
posted: 02/20/2023
We started with Dr. Tanko when he first opened his practice in Boot Ranch so we have been with him for a very long time. Over the years we never hesitated to recommend My Pet Animal Hospital to friends and family, but that has all changed, not because of Dr. Tanko, but because of his front office staff. Over the more recent years his front office staff has become rude and condescending, which we initially overlooked believing the person was having a bad day. One incident occurred when we returned from a road trip and out 5 lb toy poodle developed diarrhea one the way home. I contacted My Pet Animal Hospital and was told they could not do anything until our pet was seen by the vet. They had all of his records and there was no attempt for any assistance. No offer to get back with me after speaking with the vet. No offer of a can of prescription digestive care dog food to calm his stomach.....NOTHING, but our pet would have to see the vet. Just another day of business with no regard for the sick animal. We continued with this office for another two years overlooking the rudeness and indifference by the front office staff until one day we decided we no longer needed to be treated that way. Fortunately we found a vet in Dunedin who has been absolutely wonderful. She goes out of her way to care for our loved pets, does not remove our pets when being treated and her office staff are friendly and helpful. We are happy we made the move.
posted: 07/20/2022
Dr. Tanko and his staff are wonderful people. Pragmatic and never trying to upsell. I took my little guy here for 10+ years. Near the end the staff would get me in the same day when I needed. I have a new little guy now and will definitely go to Dr. Tanko.
posted: 10/31/2022
I brought a 5 week old Blue nose bully covered with mites to Dr Tanko 8 years ago . He saved him and he's a people loving muscular healthy 82 lb boy today thanks to Dr Tanko and staff Lynda Hyers
posted: 01/06/2023
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