Cruz Maria M DVM
5 (1) 8 US-206, Stanhope, NJ 07874, USAHours:
How to Save Money at Cruz Maria M DVM
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 |
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| 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
Dr. Maria Cruz, the primary vet is listed here, for what reason I'm not sure. She is not the sole provider of animal care here, she is just the vet (there may be others, but I have not seen them). The name of this business is the Byram Animal Hospital. I have been impressed with Dr. Cruz's bedside manner, which is rather silly when you're dealing with animals, but a necessity, if you think about it. She and her staff focus on your pet, treat it with respect, and are very thorough. They have maintained my elderly dog's seizure medication for some time. I have 2 dogs and a cat. I'm lucky that I took my cat in to get microchipped, because they told me that he was due for some shots and a check up. I was told to bring a stool sample with me. The very next day, I got a call from one of the receptionists - "He's full of worms!" she exclaimed. Luckily, they prescribed medication, and he goes in later this month to see if he has been treated properly/enough. I really feel like they go the extra mile. One could seem cynical and say that they are trying to up-sell, but I wouldn't necessarily disagree with that. Their prices are also...significant. My cat's medication cost just under $50 - for 4 pills. Then, on top of the microchipping, review of my dog's Phenobarbital levels (for seizures, and a general, though brief, examination of my pup, the total came to nearly the $300 mark - not including the medication. Personally, I felt that the total was a bit high, but I don't have much experience with other veterinarians - nor do I feel that I will, at least for a long time. It's worth the money to me to see that my animals are taken care of, particularly as they push past their golden years - my dogs are 12 and 14. I would recommend Dr. Cruz and her team to anyone, but they need to know in advance that services rendered will likely not be cheap. This does not vilify the BAH for me, because I know that my pets will be well taken care of -and, though I said before that I had little experience with vets) my mother does, and she tells me that this is not beyond the going rate for work performed, Office staff is friendly, office is clean, and pets are treated with love, care, and compassion. What more could one expect of an animal hospital/veterinarian? Two thumbs up!
posted: 03/05/2013