West Hills Animal Hospital & Emergency Center
4.5 (807) 800 W Jericho Turnpike, Huntington, NY 11743, USAHours:
Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours
How to Save Money at West Hills Animal Hospital & Emergency Center
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
It maybe a while or maybe never for me to come back here again… but I wanted to say thank you to Dr. Rodriguez and the rest of the staff for their care on both my pups. Dr. Rodriguez’s honesty and compassion throughout my pup’s health is why I kept coming back here. I want to say thank you to the staff as well, especially for the surprise hair and paw prints that they took.
posted: 06/24/2024
If I could go back in time, I would have picked West Hills as our Cody’s primary vet. The staff here are warm and experienced. Wish we came here on better circumstances, but Dr. Irma was incredibly compassionate with the end of life process for Cody. We went in with heavy hearts already but wanted to get more testing and second opinions. Dr. Irma and the techs/nurse took care of him immediately and explained everything to us. It was probably the most difficult conversation I’ve ever had but I am thankful in how it was all handled. They provided Cody with medication to keep him comfortable so we could take him out for the day. Grateful that we got to hold him for his last few hours. We received a handwritten sympathy card in the mail a few days later. We were also able bring his ashes home within a week. Thanks for making this process a little bit better.
posted: 06/21/2024
We had to say goodbye to our best friend today. They were so compassionate and made the process so easy for us… they talked us through every step of the way, and explained each step. Thank you Dr. Lindsey for your compassion, empathy, and kindness. Thank you for treating our boy so sweetly in his last moments. This is a decision no pet owner ever wants to make, but when the time comes, its so important to have people like the ones who helped us today. Lindsey, you, made this process a tiny bit easier and we are really grateful for your care. The Curley Family
posted: 05/24/2024
Recently had to rush my dog here. Didn’t receive great news unfortunately about my dog’s health but the caring, friendly, patient staff members were exactly what me and my dog needed. Justice was actually very comfortable here and he’s usually a nervous dog at doctors. Appreciated the thorough examination, thorough treatment and explanation. Thank you
posted: 04/25/2024
Excellent friendly staff and vet. They were very friendly took care of my furry friend immediately and comforted him. We had a short ER visit and he came out healthy and happy 😃. The 24/7 facility is AMAZING when you need it and for the peace of mind even when you don’t need it…..
posted: 02/13/2024
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