NYC Veterinary Specialists and 24 Hour Animal Emergency - Queens

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107-28 71st Rd, Forest Hills, NY 11375, USA

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How to Save Money at NYC Veterinary Specialists and 24 Hour Animal Emergency - Queens

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.

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Reviews from Google

COLLEEN KEATING

This is one of the hardest reviews I have ever written, but I need to spread the word about this amazing emergency veterinary. Unfortunately, after celebrating Christmas Eve with my family, I got home to finding my amazing cat under the couch. At the time, he seemed stuck under/in the couch. I immediately tried to remove him and called this emergency vet to see if they were open. I spoke to a very nice man over the phone who was calm and helped walk me through what to do. I then rushed him over there and was met by the vet Heidi and Dr. Chou (unsure of spelling). They treated Tito (my cat) and me with gentleness, love and support. They immediately gave me a few options regarding his urgent care. They also kept me up to date on his progress and status. They took time and care into learning about Tito and his history. Heidi and Dr. Chou were extremely sympathetic and went over all of my options. They were extremely honest and explained what they could do for him. They were extremely patient, genuine and truly cared about my well-being as well as my cat, Tito. They gave me space with my family and allowed me to take as much time as needed to make the decision that was best for me. I cannot thank Heidi, Dr. Chou and secretary/other staff for their love and support!

posted: 12/26/2018

Caitlin McDonagh

Similar to the review posted the month before, yes this is a business also under the name “Blue Pearl.” This is legitimately false advertising considering that’s not the name of the practice?! And yes, it is true. They vastly overcharge & the bedside manner of an EMERGENCY HOSPITAL is despicable. They’re rude and severely understaffed. Please, if you love your pet, do not take them here.

posted: 08/21/2020

Jake Taylor

I’m only writing this review to inform others that these are not the only google reviews for this vet care facility.. Search for “Blue Pearl Veterinary” and you will find many, many more poor reviews that outline the multiplicity of issues (in great detail) that this Veterinary office has. Customers complain on being vastly overcharged, improper prognosis, improper treatment, etc. Now, when I read reviews I expect there to be a few poor reviews, but when you find the other google review list of this place, you’ll find DOZENS of unsatisfied pet owners. I decided not to go thru with my appointment today, for very good reason. Make sure you take a look at ALL the reviews on google for this place. The 3 seen here are only the tip of the iceberg. If this isn’t an indicator of how poorly they operate, I’m not sure what else would. Make sure you search for “Blue Pearl Veterinary” to read the real reviews for this place. My guess is they made a separate listing on google (what you’re looking at now) to try and HIDE the truth behind their practice. Shame! Shame! Shame!

posted: 07/13/2020

Ali A

rip off- scheme you into larger bills and procedures than needed- total hit or miss depending on who is on call-if it's their permanent staff with cards printed at the front lookout for ridiculous fees but if its someone rotating out of the clinic then they are more honest and reasonable. based on two separate experiences for both of my cats. save yourself and go somewhere else if you can!

posted: 06/25/2017