Westford Veterinary Emergency and Referral Center
4.2 (543) 11 Cornerstone Square, Westford, MA 01886, USAHours:
Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours
How to Save Money at Westford Veterinary Emergency and Referral 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 | 891 |
| 4.5 | ASPCA | 11,624 |
| 4.9 | Embrace | 15,963 |
| 4.9 | Fetch | 2,736 |
| 4.2 | Figo | 2,588 |
| 4.7 | Hartville | 164 |
| 4.9 | Healthy Paws | 9,925 |
| 4.9 | Lemonade | 805 |
| 4.6 | ManyPets | 2,311 |
| 4.1 | MetLife | 601 |
| 4.8 | Nationwide | 21,402 |
| 4.3 | Pet Assure | 12 |
| 4.5 | PetPartners | 112 |
| 4.3 | Pets Best | 11,962 |
| 4.6 | Pumpkin | 1,390 |
| 4.6 | Spot | 6,561 |
| 4.9 | Trupanion | 60,433 |
| 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
September, my cat had a medical emergency which sadly was terminal. Everyone at the emergency facility was so empathetic. And the vet tried her best to keep him alive but the cancer had spread too far. And this must be an unlucky year as my young Boxer started experiencing issue and pain walking. I immediately used their services. It took me to the Orthopedic department, Neurology Department, and Physical Rehabilitation department. Every vet who saw my dog was wonderful. They explained everything in such great detail, they covered in person findings and exams, and spent considerable amount of time to make sure I understood. I look forward to working with them to get Gambit back to his normal self! And yes, the vets became fast friends with him.
posted: 01/05/2024
Our family dog, Vina, needed immediate medical care last week. She was the happiest dog and full of energy. Unfortunately she passed away very suddenly. Westford Veterinary took her in immediately and made not only her, but me very comfortable. Their compassion and care was top knotch. Highly recommend them. Thank you guys for everything
posted: 11/19/2023
Every member of the staff was kind and genuinely cared about the well being of my fluffy love. They keep the waiting area clean and inviting. I liked that they had movies on so I could try to distract myself from thinking the worst. They make sure to follow up afterwards. I feel so fortunate and very grateful that they were there when we needed them.
posted: 01/22/2024
No stars would be the correct rating! Our cat swallowed something that had to be surgically removed. This was not my first choice of veterinarian to go to only because I had another vet for emergency services, closer to home, that I preferred. Unfortunately they were turning people away because they were overwhelmed with emergencies so I went to Westford. Westford did the surgery then sent the cat home one day later. When they gave me meds for him it didn't include antibiotics. I questioned this and they told me we don't always need to use them. I again questioned this because this was a GI surgery and there is so much bacteria in the stomach. They still didn't provide antibiotics. Within 2 days we were back because he was becoming very infected. They finally decided to inject him with antibiotics and sent us on our way. They should have admitted him and tried a little harder to reverse the problem they created. The next day he appeared to be close to death. All he would do is lay on the bathroom floor by himself. I brought him back to Westford and they didn't like that I was acusing them of causing the situation. Suddenly the wait time they told someone else of 2 hours turned into 8 hours for us. The vet tech who told us the new wait time stressed that he definitely required treatment. Basically, he's going to die if someone doesn't do something but we're not going to do anything. I actually appreciated that she told us this so he didn't die in their waiting room. I immediately took him to the vet hospital I would have chosen initially. The admitted him right away, did surgery to remove all of the infection then treated him for 5 days with antibiotics and a feeding tube which brought him back to life. This of course cost us an additional $7k more to save his life. This was totally preventable. We're very grateful the other vet did their job, unlike the Westford vet who refused to. If you're smart you'll stay the hell away from this joke of a vet!
posted: 11/25/2023
First time I had to take my kitty to an E.R. and it was in the middle of the night. We had a great experience. Everyone was nice and explained everything to us. Hopefully we don't need to take our soul mate to an E.R again but if needed, I would go back there. Leoh wants to give a special thanks to Dr. Gautreau and her team and ask for forgiveness for the lion that comes inside him when he is in the vet 🫣 🤗
posted: 11/16/2023