Negola's Animal Care

4.6 (105)
6420-B, 6410 Dobbin Rd, Columbia, MD 21045, USA

Hours:

Monday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Thursday: Closed

Friday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Saturday: Closed

Sunday: Closed

How to Save Money at Negola's Animal Care

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:

Top Pet Insurance Providers of 2024
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.

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Getting 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

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Eric Lesnick

I was traveling in the area and had an issue with my puppy. I asked local friends for a recommendation and Negola’s came HIGHLY recommended. When I was nervous and scared for my dog I was treated here with the utmost kindness and professionalism. The care and attention they gave to my dog was without a doubt the best any of my pets have received. Doctor Muhamed was thorough and intelligent in his diagnosis and treatment plan. They surpassed the incredibly high expectations my friend had given me and treated us like family. I could not recommend them enough.

posted: 06/25/2024

Richard Lewis

We live in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, but had used Dr. Negola's services for our different dogs, in previous years when we lived in Maryland. Last Thursday night, we found our 14 year old female Jack Russell, Cleo, in a weakened and confused state on our dining room floor. The next morning, Cleo was even in worse shape very unstable and barely able to walk. We recognized that she was having a serious medical issue and unfortunately our local vet office in Gettysburg was closed on Friday. Taking a "long shot" we called Dr. Negola's office, explained the health emergency our dog was having and the staff there immediately understood the urgency of our issue. They worked hard to "sandwich" an appointment for our Cleo in between their existing busy schedule of appointments. We bundled Cleo up in the car and drove the 1 hour and 30+ minutes from Gettysburg to Columbia, MD. Cleo was seen by Dr. Negola less than 15 minutes after we arrived. He quickly determined that she had an abdomen full of blood and a tumor on her spleen. Shortly after that he had her in his operating room, performed major surgery to remove the ruptured tumor and her spleen, and saved her life. I can't say enough about Dr. Negola's (as well as his staff's) care, professionalism, expertise, understanding, and kindness. This is not the first time that Dr. Negola has saved the life of one of our dogs. He also saved the life of one of our labs when we lived in Maryland, and the life of a daughter's Jack Russell. My only regret is that we don't live closer to his veterinarian practice anymore. I can unequivocally recommend this veterinarian practice with no reservations.

posted: 04/06/2024

Lydia Stewart

We value the care we get at this practice for our 2 dogs and 3 cats. Attentive to individual animal needs and, if you ask questions and are vocal about wanting to be involved and informed about all stages of decision making, you will be a partner in your animals health. Great care team with our formerly skittish rescue dog. I know that our pets will be handled appropriately by all staff and that their individual quirks will be taken into consideration.

posted: 10/06/2023

Megan Miller

Dr.Negola and his team are absolute superstars! When our puppy needed an emergency visit they got us right in, they didn’t even hesitate. We got phone calls from Dr.Negola himself daily, to keep us updated on Nellie. I just can’t give him enough praises. We are so lucky to have found such a wonderful vet right around the corner. The entire office is so friendly and personable. I can’t recommend this place enough! Thank you guys for giving us such a good peace of mind knowing Nellie was getting the best care while she was there the past few days.

posted: 11/08/2022

Harvey Betts

Dr. Negola is an amazing Doctor. He has cared for our personal dogs as well as dozens of ABMR dogs. He has done multiple surgeries and always gives great advice.

posted: 02/02/2024