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South County Veterinary Office

4.6 (61)

3541 Ritz Ctr, St. Louis, MO 63125, USA

Best Pet Insurance in Louis, Missouri 2024

Hours:

Monday: 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM

Tuesday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM

Wednesday: 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM

Thursday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM

Friday: 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM

Saturday: 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM

Sunday: Closed

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How to Save Money at South County Veterinary Office

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.

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Reviews from Google

Michael

My original vet passed away and her office was sold. The new owners were like night and day of what the office had been and what it turned into. Made an appointment with this office and I the moment I entered immediately felt at home. The Dr and her technician show they truly cared for my Athena and I felt comfortable with her in there charge.

posted: 06/17/2024

B. Beltran

Dr. Rooney is an amazing vet, she is so compassionate, kind and so good with my cats. I highly recommend her, the level of care she gives to my pets as well as myself is unmeasurable. The staff from the receptionist to the tech are wonderful.

posted: 02/06/2024

Gina Carignan

Our puppy dog loved the staff. They were kind and able to see Lucy on short notice, and they fixed her ear right up. She is a happy camper and we finally found a vet we really love.

posted: 02/19/2024

Briar Wisp

My dog had torn his dew claw and was hurting for a week (I kept him wrapped up and he had his cone of shame). When I came her I was immediately greeted by a friendly face and helped soon after I was in the system. The one thing I really appreciated was the vet told me about Manuka honey (used for healing) I'm partially black foot so this made me very happy. The vet and vet tech made sure my dog wasn't too nervous and would give him distractions like peanut butter. Our last vet visit (not here) my dog got so scared his tongue turned blue. I will definitely be coming back here for the friendly staff who went above and beyond and the reasonable prices.

posted: 01/11/2022