Western Maryland Animal Hospital

4.5 (181)
11024 Old Mt Savage Rd NW, La Vale, MD 21502, USA

Hours:

Monday: 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM

Tuesday: 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM

Wednesday: 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM

Thursday: 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM

Friday: Closed

Saturday: Closed

Sunday: Closed

How to Save Money at Western Maryland 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:

Top Pet Insurance Providers of 2025
Rating Provider Total Review
4.4 AKC 893
4.5 ASPCA 11,890
4.9 Embrace 18,605
4.9 Fetch 26,430
4.2 Figo 2,619
4.6 Hartville 171
4.9 Healthy Paws 10,214
4.9 Lemonade 808
4.6 ManyPets 2,387
3.8 MetLife 751
4.8 Nationwide 21,412
4.0 Pet Assure 13
4.5 PetPartners 115
4.3 Pets Best 13,042
4.7 Pumpkin 1,701
4.6 Spot 8,218
4.9 Trupanion 60,996
4.8 Prudent Pet 1,874

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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Heather Laverty

Just 2 days ago, I went to get my male dog neutered there and there were 3 loose dogs running around. After talking to the receptionist, I found out that they belonged to the veterinarian and an assistant. I expressed that I did not appreciate the loose dogs jumping in the side of my brand new truck or greeting me and my intact male dog as we were trying to get through the door because I’m 33 weeks pregnant and will not be able to break up a dog fight. The female veterinarian was very rude and was in the background mocking me and was rude to me at the time I was checking out as well. I can’t understand for the life of me why they do not see having 3 loose dogs at a practice is not a liability for their own dogs, the clients dogs and the clients themselves can get hurt! They are supposed to be professionals and not only know better but act better towards a concerned client. The male veterinarian is who seen my dog and he was very nice and professional however the female veterinarian was completely opposite 🤯.

posted: 09/19/2024

Shannah Ford

I have called multiple times in the past three days. Monday-Wednesday when they are open. They have not answered the phone once. I recently got my cat spayed and her incision is infected so it is an emergency. I went here before and there was no issue but this is completely unacceptable if they want to run a business.

posted: 05/08/2024

Jean Van Meter

Dr. Foland is always gentle and kind to my Gus. He takes his time for the exam and always asks if there are any questions. Rest of the staff are friendly and helpful as well.

posted: 11/09/2019

Christie Sawyer

I’m not one to leave reviews, but I thought I would. I have been coming here since my dog was a puppy. He’s 8 years old now. A few hiccups on health issues along the way. But I’ve never had a bad experience here. They’ve been pleasant to my fur baby. Even when he got sick last summer, they cured it. I feel bad my dog likes to be very vocal in the waiting area until he’s seen. Lol. He just gets anxious and they’re very patient with my dog as he is weird about certain areas being examined etc. I like to stay in one place and it helps my dog so that he is familiar with them. All I have to say now is, “we’re going to see Dr. Fox!” He gets really excited before leaving the house lol. It can get very busy so I recommend give them patience even if you have to wait a little bit in waiting area, even if you have an appointment time. There has been times even on minor emergencies they squeezed me in. Which was kind of them to put my mind at ease. Even though they are not open on weekends this is my go to vet! Vet care is not cheap so I like that I can feel comfortable and my dog feel comfortable where you’re receiving care at. My dog doesn’t seem to mind the office kitties lol. Which I’m glad for that. But over all, it’s always been a positive experience every time. I’m grateful I am able to trust the care he receives. They do not judge him either when he has his moments of, nope you’re not touching that! They are super patient when he gets that way and get the job done. I appreciate you all!

posted: 10/27/2023

robert parks

Very nice to deal with took very good care of my dogs

posted: 09/13/2024