Massachusetts Animal Medical Center
4.2 (116) 380 Pleasant St, Watertown, MA 02472, USAHours:
Monday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
How to Save Money at Massachusetts Animal Medical Center
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 | 890 |
| 4.7 | ASPCA | 11,646 |
| 4.9 | Embrace | 15,682 |
| 4.9 | Fetch | 2,669 |
| 4.4 | Figo | 2,646 |
| 4.7 | Hartville | 164 |
| 4.9 | Healthy Paws | 7,521 |
| 4.9 | Lemonade | 805 |
| 3.2 | ManyPets | 2,356 |
| 4.6 | MetLife | 577 |
| 4.8 | Nationwide | 21,398 |
| 4.3 | Pet Assure | 12 |
| 4.7 | PetPartners | 112 |
| 4.5 | Pets Best | 7,244 |
| 4.3 | Pumpkin | 1,340 |
| 4.7 | Spot | 6,404 |
| 4.9 | Trupanion | 60,501 |
| 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 was hesitant to leave this review because up until recently I have never had an issue with this place. I started bringing my puppy to a doctor who no longer works there in November of 2021. Staff and my original doctor were amazing. As of recently I have been disgusted with this place. I took my pup in 2 months ago for an ear infection (he’s prone to them and I’ve brought him in enough times with my old doctor with 0 issues). Somehow I was ran up a bill for over $400 the first time bringing him with this new doctor. Not to mention they cut his nails so short I heard his screaming from the lobby. His nails were all bleeding and split to the base. My dog was limping for months and I’ve been unable to get his nails trimmed elsewhere because I’m being told the splits in his nails need to heal completely to avoid further pain for him. The doctor I most recently have seen has given medicine to him for issues that do not work. After 2 months his ear infection never fully went away. She tried ordering lab testing and giving him the same exact meds that didn’t work, regardless of me telling her what he’s had that worked in the past. Come to find out she prescribed him unmedicated ear cleaning solution then tried to charge me $600 for bringing him back a second time. There is no reason I should be paying $1000 in 2 months for my ear infection prone dog to get proper treatment that works. My old doctor never over charged me , the new vets seem to only care about high ticket prices and not about actually helping your animal.
posted: 08/23/2023
I am hesitant to leave this review as Dr. Brinker is a very nice lady. I switched to this vet after my dog’s original vet closed down. My pup was drinking water non-stop and urinating excessively (inside the house which he hadn’t done for 10 years). After probably 2k in testing, I was told it was “behavioral” for which I protested repeatedly. Fast forward 2 months and I brought him to a new vet after he stopped being himself and the vet immediately diagnosed him with diabetes. He was on the verge of hospitalization, had horrible blood work and a UTI as a result of his undiagnosed diabetes. After just one shot of insulin, he is back to himself and has gradually started to drink less water. I am sad that I trusted this vet to take care of my baby only to later find out he was suffering for months. FYI, it’s not hard to diagnose diabetes!!!
posted: 11/04/2023
Dr. Oliver , I would like to thank you for excellent care of Angel over the years. Your amazing staff makes the experience easy, caring and loving 🐕♥️ Best regards, Angel and Terri
posted: 01/11/2024
Our annual physical experience ended with a front desk attendant rudely sating we did not "understand the doctor" and did not bring a sufficient amount of fecal matter for the lab test. Fighting with clients is a thing of the past, not to mention that telling someone they did not "listen to the doctor", when the doctor's assistance said "you only need a tiny bit" shows how low quality this place has become. When speaking to another vet, they advised us that they typically tell people to bring back a teaspoon or two in the container. Simply awful customer service...
posted: 08/03/2023
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Massachusetts Animal Medical Center
380 Pleasant St, Watertown, MA 02472, USA(617) 923-1700
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