Apple Country Veterinary Hospital
4.8 (110) 516 North Ave, Hilton, NY 14468, USAHours:
Monday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at Apple Country Veterinary 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 | 11,757 |
| 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.
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 left a vet place that used to be very good and went downhill after it was taken over by another vet. I called, and they were so nice and helpful, and the treatment of your pets is A1. I'm so glad I found a place that cares about my fur babies and people like they do.
posted: 07/29/2023
Great experience same staff as Erie Canal where we usually go. I would have given 5 stars but bushes block the sign and was a little difficult to find. Staff is great and my dog loves them.
posted: 06/28/2023
My dog had to be seen urgently and they got her in within 2 hours of me calling them. She required imaging, which we were able to schedule promptly the following day at Erie. I felt my dog got the care that she needed in a timely manner, and saved me a hike to the emergency vet. All of the staff we encountered were kind and caring.
posted: 05/05/2023
All my dogs, my cat get the BEST, most compassionate, loving service they deserve at apple country veterinary hospital. Their follow up, their explanations, their training and professionalism, their staff are second to none. Proud to be a guest and customer to both their locations. Hank, Honey, Stanley, Elvis, Kevin, and Lilian all appreciate you.
posted: 05/14/2020
After an absolutely terrible experience at Greece Animal Hospital we brought our dog Tobi to Apple Country. What a difference! Intelligent, Caring and Kind people. Unlike Greece Animal Hospital who couldn't even keep their records straight or even knew the medications they had prescribed. We were only at Apple Country for a few years, but the experience was excellent! Our 15 year old trusty friend recently passed away, but the staff at Apple Country really helped our family through a very difficult decision and made our last moments together all I could have hoped for. I don't typically engage in writing posts about experiences, but I had to make an exception related to Apple Country Veterinary. They're awesome! My only regret is that someone didn't tell me about them sooner..
posted: 01/16/2020