Shawme Animal Hospital
4.8 (236) 32 MA-6A, Sandwich, MA 02563, USAHours:
Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Wednesday: 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at Shawme 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 | 11,714 |
| 4.9 | Embrace | 16,675 |
| 4.9 | Fetch | 11,124 |
| 4.2 | Figo | 2,598 |
| 4.7 | Hartville | 164 |
| 4.9 | Healthy Paws | 9,976 |
| 4.9 | Lemonade | 805 |
| 4.6 | ManyPets | 2,335 |
| 4.0 | MetLife | 626 |
| 4.8 | Nationwide | 21,404 |
| 4.3 | Pet Assure | 12 |
| 4.5 | PetPartners | 112 |
| 4.3 | Pets Best | 12,058 |
| 4.6 | Pumpkin | 1,425 |
| 4.6 | Spot | 6,848 |
| 4.9 | Trupanion | 67,964 |
| 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
Compassionate care. We were dissatisfied with a big chain and decided to try a smaller local vet. Highly recommend. Helped us with euthanizing my older dog and neutering my younger dog within a month of taking us on. Very personalized care. Kind staff that actually looks at you when they are speaking to you. So glad we switched!
posted: 06/06/2023
My dog, who is 18, needed dental & gum work. Shawme took me the same day I called when I saw signs of blood on the bed. They were all kind and professional. The attending Vet tried to find a day to do the surgery, but had nothing. That's when Alex stepped in & said she would do it. I brought my dog in at 8 a.m. & Alex was there, took me right away & went over pertinent information on my pet. She was very thorough and asked questions about him, which I really appreciated. She also asked if I had any concerns, which I mentioned. She called me early that afternoon to say my dog's surgery was done & he did well. I went to pick him up & Alice was there. She asked more questions about him & gave me his medicine & the directions for his at-home treatment & brought him out to me. I was very impressed by her knowledge and insight, at such a young age. They are all very kind & friendly.
posted: 07/27/2023
DO NOT GO HERE! I’ve been taking two of my dogs here for the last 8 years and they were great years ago but have had a rapid decline over the last few years. Not only has the prices skyrocketed but the service and quality as well. Took my Husky there today for a booster and they wouldn’t even try to give it to him with my help and instead insisted on sedating him. Even though weeks before he had blood drawn and 4 shots and handled it completely fine! They didn’t allow me to go back with him, and then they claimed he bit them and wouldn’t go forward with it because there was no rooms available so I could calm my dog down. My dog has never bit anyone!!!! and the fact of that alone happening is the reason I will never go back. I don’t trust them with my dogs what so ever!!!!
posted: 08/08/2023
Great first visit experience. All staff were professional and friendly. The facilities were clean and well equipped. Our dog took to everyone on the staff and the issues we brought him in for appear to be resolved. I've found my new vet.
posted: 06/28/2023
Excellent experience helped direct us to pet ER and informed them of our arrival. Auggie and I went to the ER. Sadly, he is now a blessed memory.
posted: 04/18/2023