Seven Locks Animal Hospital
4.8 (63) 7817 Tuckerman Ln, Potomac, MD 20854, 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 – 12:00 PM
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at Seven Locks 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 | 893 |
| 4.5 | ASPCA | 11,864 |
| 4.9 | Embrace | 18,271 |
| 4.9 | Fetch | 26,246 |
| 4.2 | Figo | 2,614 |
| 4.6 | Hartville | 169 |
| 4.9 | Healthy Paws | 10,161 |
| 4.9 | Lemonade | 809 |
| 4.6 | ManyPets | 2,378 |
| 3.9 | MetLife | 730 |
| 4.8 | Nationwide | 21,410 |
| 4.0 | Pet Assure | 13 |
| 4.5 | PetPartners | 115 |
| 4.3 | Pets Best | 12,828 |
| 4.6 | Pumpkin | 1,656 |
| 4.6 | Spot | 7,875 |
| 4.9 | Trupanion | 60,847 |
| 4.8 | Prudent Pet | 1,735 |
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
Dr. Popa has known our dog for as long as we have had him. It is obvious that he takes his job and his trade very seriously. The whole staff here have been nothing but helpful as we have navigated the ups and downs of caring for a dog.
posted: 08/09/2024
Dr. Popa and his staff are great at what they do and truly care about animals. They have gone above and beyond normal care many many times in my experience. One example, his staff is always helpful and answers all my "common sense" questions... even when they are after hours. I have always felt heard and Dr. Popa and his staff does a great job helping me understand (in layman's terms) what the diagnosis/summary of the visits are. Another example, we were a little nervous dropping off our rescue to get spayed 2 months after meeting us, but Dr. Popa's staff sent us a photo of a happy puppy and that put us right at ease. To top it off, Dr. Popa & staff made the CUTEST sea creatures on our pup's dewclaw removal sites. The service we receive feels as if I we are part of his immediate family.
posted: 12/07/2021
Seven Locks Animal Hospital is the best! I brought my 10 year old dog here and everyone was fantastic. I got a reminder voicemail before the appointment so I showed up with everything needed. My dog was a little fearful but Dr. Popa and Emma were great, they took their time and gave Tilly lots of treats until she was comfortable. We needed a dental procedure and the Seven Locks team made the process as pain free as possible. Their communication was great and they post-op instructions were clear and simple. Tilly is happy as can be now that she’s had her dental cleaning and extractions. Thank you Seven Locks Animal Hospital!!!
posted: 01/08/2023
The entire team is super nice, friendly and knowledgeable. The front desk, the technicians, including Dr Horia Popa are fabulous. They are caring, knowledgeable, loving and professional folks with genuine love towards animals. Dr is never pushy, he will only perform tests that he thinks are really needed. Very honest, sincere and understanding guy. Our multipoo dog just went through a surgery and he went above and beyond to make sure he comforts the pet and the owners. I’m so happy Ioved my dog under his care. Very much recommended!!!
posted: 01/17/2024
We've been patients with Dr. Popa and his staff since moving to the area six years ago. They've been wonderful and have taken great care of our dog, especially as he as aged and developed diabetes. I appreciate how thoughtful Dr. Popa is in his approach to care, and the way he makes sure to provide information without adding stress or worry to the mix. I would recommend his office to anyone searching for a vet.
posted: 02/26/2023
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