Southern Ocean Animal Hospital
4.8 (212) 319 E Main St, Tuckerton, NJ 08087, USAHours:
Monday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at Southern Ocean 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 | 890 |
| 4.7 | ASPCA | 11,646 |
| 4.9 | Embrace | 15,682 |
| 4.9 | Fetch | 2,669 |
| 4.4 | Figo | 2,646 |
| 4.7 | Hartville | 164 |
| 4.9 | Healthy Paws | 7,521 |
| 4.9 | Lemonade | 805 |
| 3.2 | ManyPets | 2,356 |
| 4.6 | MetLife | 577 |
| 4.8 | Nationwide | 21,398 |
| 4.3 | Pet Assure | 12 |
| 4.7 | PetPartners | 112 |
| 4.5 | Pets Best | 7,244 |
| 4.3 | Pumpkin | 1,340 |
| 4.7 | Spot | 6,404 |
| 4.9 | Trupanion | 60,501 |
| 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
Thank you Dr Dan, Dr Mark (vet dentist), Gail, Kim and staff for taking great care of our dog Jesse who had a dental issue that was diagnosed and resolved quickly with their expertise and compassion. I would highly recommend to anyone with pets as they are a knowledgeable vet office that truly cares about their patients. It so nice to have the same Dr at each visit and not be part of a practice with a different Dr every time.
posted: 07/18/2023
Staff are all outstanding.. warm and caring! My pup was to be a new patient and when I explained her chronic anal gland condition, she was given an appointment quickly. Dr Dan was attentive, I was not rushed, she was given a thorough exam. Within 2 weeks, Dr Dan operated on her and as soon as I got her home I could see she already felt so much better. She’s is healing wonderfully. Previous vet did nothing to help her, just kept telling me to give it time and it would improve but after 4 months it was time for a change.. so glad I did! A++ experience, highly recommend!! 🐶
posted: 09/03/2023
We LOVE the whole team at SOAH! Our little Isabelle is 10 years old. She had been very lethargic and unhappy looking for months. We had seen another vet at a different animal hospital. They failed to diagnose her correctly. She got significantly worse. We saw Dr Dan and he immediately knew what was wrong. His diagnosis saved her life! We had a rough couple days but with the right medications and lots of love she’s like a puppy again! She’s happy, playful, and healthy. We are so grateful to Dr Dan and his staff. They are all so caring and absolutely wonderful people.
posted: 06/13/2022
We took our new puppy to Dr Dan, he was very kind, very informative, and took the time to talk and explain everything to us. I was very pleased with our visit. The only thing we didn't like was when they performed the shot to the puppy they took her away from us. That made us feel uncomfortable, we're new to the area, and in North Jersey and never had that experience.
posted: 08/23/2023
They're really great. They went above and beyond to save my Corpsey. I really cannot thank them enough
posted: 08/22/2023