Forestville Animal Hospital
4.2 (56) 27 Main St, Forestville, NY 14062, USAHours:
Monday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at Forestville 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 | 11,714 |
| 4.9 | Embrace | 16,675 |
| 4.9 | Fetch | 11,124 |
| 4.2 | Figo | 2,598 |
| 4.7 | Hartville | 164 |
| 4.9 | Healthy Paws | 9,976 |
| 4.9 | Lemonade | 805 |
| 4.6 | ManyPets | 2,335 |
| 4.0 | MetLife | 626 |
| 4.8 | Nationwide | 21,404 |
| 4.3 | Pet Assure | 12 |
| 4.5 | PetPartners | 112 |
| 4.3 | Pets Best | 12,058 |
| 4.6 | Pumpkin | 1,425 |
| 4.6 | Spot | 6,848 |
| 4.9 | Trupanion | 67,964 |
| 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
Our cat was having a medical emergency today. It was after hours so we called the emergency line and the vet, Dr. Bache answered and told us to come right in. He is an angel of mercy. Got our boy feeling better in less than an hour. His costs were extremely reasonable especially for an emergency visit. Thank you again for all that you did for Odin. Words can’t express the gratitude we have in our hearts.
posted: 08/21/2023
Dr. Bache is knowledgable, caring, and compassionate. He has an amazing way of calming my cats as soon as he touches them. That being said, I was extremely disappointed with the care we received from staff when, after months of unsuccessful treatment and surgery, I recently made the heartbreaking decision to have my senior cat euthanized. Was told to bring her right in; we then waited in the busy waiting area for well over an hour with my cat in her carrier as people came and went with their barking dogs, and forced to listen to whatever junk was playing on the radio, while I sat there forcing back tears and attempting to make my cat's last few moments as peaceful and comfortable as possible. I understand it was a last minute walk-in appointment, but why not have us wait in the car or set up a time that afternoon when it wasn't so busy? Considering the circumstances, I would have hoped for a bit more compassion at such a traumatic time.
posted: 06/20/2023
I have nothing but great things to say about this vet. The staff is wonderful, the doctor is wonderful, we have never had a bad experience at this place. We have been to many vets in our area (Lancaster NY) and we will take the hour drive to continue to go out to this vet. They truly care about animals and take the time to listen to you. If I could give more than 5 stars I would
posted: 04/04/2023
Amazing team, they took exceptional care of my great dane for her spay and stomach tack. She was a referral from another vet and I will definitely be switching both of my animals to Forestville Animal Hospital!
posted: 05/13/2023
I've have taken my dog Mia there for little over a year. They were always great and helped her with laser therapy to her hip when she had trouble with it. And when she would lick her paws until they were red and swollen they would get me in pretty quickly. However when I called the other day to make an emergency visit because she is vomiting and hasn't eaten for days they said they are all booked and suggested orchard park hospital. Not everyone can afford the emergency hospital. I'm really disappointed in thier office. When we really need help they basically turned us away.
posted: 02/15/2023