Cape Cod Animal Hospital
4.5 (80) 1415 Osterville West Barnstable Rd, West Barnstable, MA 02668, USAHours:
Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at Cape Cod 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
Please reconsider, attempting to board your dog here. I did call last minute to get my dog boarded. I was told that there is a $25 set up fee. I wasn’t told is that the hospital has rules in place to have your dog vaccinated earlier than the standards of a normal vet. I was told it would be 129$ plus a 25$ setup fee. Then that price changed to 273$ plus a set up fee after they received his records. I opted not to board me dog and was told he is not up to date per the hospitals standards. These standards where never presented to me. While the people are very nice on the phone that work there, this practice of charging 25$ for a phone call to enquire the price of boarding is ridiculous and was never announced or agreed too. They did explain to me that the $25 goes towards the work they had to do calling my vet as well as looking at my dogs medical records. Standard practice that should take all of a minute. I would highly advise anyone to reconsider doing business with this establishment, as I to assume that this is the tip of the iceberg with miscommunication and ambiguous fees.
posted: 04/20/2023
Extremely courteous and professional! Highest degree of confidence having my dog be seen here.
posted: 07/13/2023
We love Cape Cod animal hospital. Boarding services and accommodations are wonderful. Dogs are happy, have access to run outside everyday and staff truly love what they do.
posted: 02/11/2023
Dr. McMorrow's care of my cat was beyond negligent. We had an 8AM appointment for his overdue rabies shot and a checkup. She at first claimed he could wait on the shot. I corrected her that we were a year overdue. My cat hissed the entire appointment, which is completely out of character. He was offered no hairball medication, no ear cleaning solution, senior blood work, nothing for fleas, etc. She shrugged off a recurring wound he has had for two years that I raised a concern about, and even his being at least 7 pounds overweight, which I found extremely unusual. Thankfully, I have a friend who works as a veterinarian and I was able to ask for her advice. We left with merely a shot and a $200+ bill. This is in contrast to my previous vet, who spent time detailing a dietary plan, instructions for brushing teeth, etc. Needless to say, we have switched our care.
posted: 12/05/2022
I have brought all my pets to CCAH over the years and have always received the best care from a loving and devoted staff. This includes the women at the front desk and especially Dr. McMorrow. They are the best!
posted: 12/17/2021