Animal House Calls

4.3 (12)
3970 Doe Run Dr, Salisbury, MD 21804, USA

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How to Save Money at Animal House Calls

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 11,757
4.9 Embrace 17,158
4.9 Fetch 18,571
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 12,232
4.6 Pumpkin 1,473
4.6 Spot 7,033
4.9 Trupanion 73,743
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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Lois Moore

Love Dr. Wygal's!! All of my babies do, as well!!! Not only is it less stressful on them, she can see them on their terms in their environment. She takes her time and is so very caring!

posted: 09/03/2019

Lauren

Dr. Wygal and her daughter were a joy to work with. She was very thorough, knowledgeable and caring towards our elderly dog. I would recommend her to anyone.

posted: 01/18/2019

Jennifer Mullins

I only have given a star bc it wouldn't allow me to comment without at least 1... The lady who drives the red suv is the MOST IGNORANT person I've set eyes on. She was asked several times to move her vehicle from the location it was, in return she shouted misinformation stating my family who will soon own this home "will be moving", I've never talked to this lady before only asked she move her car she then almost backed over my fiances foot and almost hit front of my car all witch was recorded, she then advised she'd " Sitt there a little longer" She is supposed to have customer service skills and is supposed to be trained that the customer is right, though I wasn't a customer of hers and do not no why she decided to not move her vehicle SERIOUSLY SHE HAS NO MANNERS I'd be terrorized of i was an animal in her care the way she was acting.... Smh... Bad business.

posted: 05/14/2019

Gary W

Came to our home to check on our dogs hind leg. Gave us great advise and direction as she examined our boy. Highly recommended.

posted: 05/20/2021

Gold Bug

I called her an ahe have me the best advice

posted: 01/29/2023