Sachem Animal Hospital
4.7 (296) 227 Union Ave, Holbrook, NY 11741, USAHours:
Monday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at Sachem 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 | 11,713 |
| 4.9 | Embrace | 16,627 |
| 4.9 | Fetch | 10,616 |
| 4.2 | Figo | 2,598 |
| 4.7 | Hartville | 164 |
| 4.9 | Healthy Paws | 9,975 |
| 4.9 | Lemonade | 805 |
| 4.6 | ManyPets | 2,332 |
| 4.0 | MetLife | 625 |
| 4.8 | Nationwide | 21,404 |
| 4.3 | Pet Assure | 12 |
| 4.5 | PetPartners | 112 |
| 4.3 | Pets Best | 12,053 |
| 4.6 | Pumpkin | 1,425 |
| 4.6 | Spot | 6,829 |
| 4.9 | Trupanion | 67,550 |
| 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
What an incredible veterinary practice. The staff are kind, accommodating, and willing to listen when we have worries or questions. The doctors know their stuff and are so supportive even through the most difficult times. Everyone here takes care of you and your family as if their own. I could not recommend this place enough and will travel to keep bringing my family here for years to come.
posted: 09/29/2023
Dr Blakely is the Vet to see. He is very knowledgeable, friendly, thorough, and saves animals! Also Barbara Danielle and Sue are my girls. They've been through some stuff with me and are very attentive to my needs.
posted: 09/19/2023
The women at the front desk are unbelievably kind, patient, and compassionate. I recently brought my rescue in for her first visit and while she came with some paperwork from her past, it was like a puzzle trying to connect the dots of her days before she became a member of our family. The woman who checked us in took so much time to sift through each paper thoroughly and create a chart that made sense for our girl. My husband and I were just so thankful for her kindness, patience and willingness to work through it all. In addition, the vet we met with was incredible.. so personable and really took his time answering all of our questions and getting to know our girl. Thank you, Sachem — we love being clients of yours!!
posted: 06/05/2023
Words cannot express how happy and grateful I am that I found this place and the wonderful people who work in it. I recently lost my cat of 13 years to stomach cancer. The vets were wonderful with taking care of her up until her last days, and even during the gut wrenching decision and process of humane euthanasia. The doctor I took her to personally took time out to write a short note on the condolences card we received. I have had pets in the past be put down, and never has a vet personally written anything inside. These people truly care about the animals, and the owners too. I can’t recommend this place enough. I’ve been coming here for almost 7 years and will continue to do so.
posted: 02/17/2023
Dr. Adams is an amazing vet. I had a 14 yo toy poodle I adopted who was very sick with congestive heat failure. Dr. Adams spends time with you to explain the illness, go over treatment options and is genuinely concerned about the life of the animal. He was very attentive to my god Brownie and even me when I was crying knowing Brownie was living out her last days. I have been to a few vets but I am not content and lucky to have Dr. Adams who cares about the quality of life of your pet, cares about your concerns, and has overall compassion. One more important thing - he is fair with his pricing and isn't motivated (like many others) to jack up your bill but rather motivated by oath he took as a vet. Dr. Adams is a kind soul and we are lucky to have him as a vet. Thank you Sachem Animal hospital staff for being there for Brownie - Thank you and blessing to you Dr. Adams.
posted: 07/26/2023