Country Animal Hospital
4.9 (724) 290 Texas Rd, Old Bridge, NJ 08857, 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 – 1:00 PM
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at Country 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 | 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.
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
I am so glad that after a long wait were able to get my two pups in as new patients!! We've had friends and family brag about this place for years now that they moved and accept the new patients we are so blessed!! It's amazing that my two dogs have no anxiety going there when with the previous vet they would shake in the car knowing where they're going what does that tell you... Between the care my two babies have received Amazing communication between the office staff pricing and just overall I cannot say how happy we are to be part of country animal hospital clinic family now highly recommend!!!
posted: 02/11/2024
I’ve been bringing my puppy here since she was 9 weeks old. They are the utmost kind, understanding, and compassionate office including all of the vets, vet techs, and receptionist. Bailey is always so happy to see them and the office matches her with same energy!! It’s clear that they love their fur patients!
posted: 09/16/2023
I have been with this practice approximately 25 years. I started with them with my dog Shamus when they were located in their Englishtown office. I am still with them now with my dog Maverick. This practice has continued to grow over time. The veterinarians, especially Dr. DeBaecke and Dr. Lynch have always been so supportive throughout all the years. I will never forget Dr. DeBaecke’s compassion when Shamus passed. Kim and Lisa and the rest of their office staff have always been professional and kind. I have recommended this practice to many family members as well as friends and will continue to do so. They are the best!
posted: 10/07/2023
Called in desperate need of help for having my 2 male cats spayed on 2/13 but the staff was not too helpful and said since I am new I wouldn't receive priority and would have to wait since the existing clients always go first, didn't seem like great customer service in my opinion. Called another in the Marlboro area and wow what a difference, nice staff, made an appt for me right away and walked me through all the steps. Hint, they are about 5 min away from this one. Superior customer service and genuine care in my opinion. Cant be so cold when people are in need of your services. Thanks to the free market I found a much better Vet. Cant say it was the vet but wow that staff who took my call was cold and didn't want to work with me at all.
posted: 02/13/2024
An amazing lady at reception was able to get us an appointment last minute for my cats that were not eating/ feeling well. I wish I caught her name but, she is so very much appreciated! We then saw Dr. Lynch who is amazing and gave my husband and I so much helpful information and insight on the issue at hand. He took time to explain everything to us and answer all questions we had! Our boy who he treated is getting back to himself and we are so grateful. I am so appreciative for the staff at Country Animal Hospital!
posted: 07/02/2023