Animal General
4.8 (170) 558 Columbus Ave, New York, NY 10024, USAHours:
Monday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
How to Save Money at Animal General
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
My family and I have tried many places over the years but this location is the best vet office in Manhattan. Incredible doctors and staff. Super proactive. Everyone was so kind, respectful, professional, really give you the time and energy that is necessary with our Dog. Never feeling rushed. Not overcrowded. Beyond grateful for what they have done for us and at peace knowing that they are always there to help when necessary.
posted: 09/04/2023
The reception staff at Animal General is always cordial and helpful. Marguex went out of her way to help with playpen suggestions for my labradoodle , post surgery and assisted with getting us into a cab in the freezing cold. Dr Shea has performed surgery in the past and is caring and absolutely wonderful. Dr Chiverton has been treating my dog , Chloe and recently removed a mast cell tumor and helped with dietary changes ! She’s also very caring , informative and highly skilled. Just wonderful ! It’s also easy to communicate and follow up with Dr Chiverton and Dr Shea. I highly recommend them and Animal General.
posted: 11/29/2022
The doctors are very knowledgeable and caring. They always call to ask how my dog is doing. I have complete faith and trust in their abilities. In addition the staff are also great. I would highly recommend these veterinarians to care for your dog or cat!!
posted: 06/11/2023
I went there cause my cat throw up and sneezing due to stress, they recommended treatment, blood test and x way. TBH, I don’t get why they will need x way, I told them I was pretty sure my cat didn’t eat anything random, but they insisted. However my cat dose recover quickly with the IV drip treatment, and they call the following two days to check up, so I have nothing to complain about their service, but I may not come back this place, because I will prefer to go to a vet that only recommends necessary treatment and test.
posted: 07/14/2023
Dr Shea is Xena's FAVORITE DR EVER!!!! Meaghan is amazing and so is the office manager (I want to say Theresa), please forgive me. They have ALWAYS been good to me and my baby girl. I would NEVER go any where else. If you EVER have a issue with your animal, I swear by this place. They really care! My baby girl is a blue nose pitbull and they have no fear in the world thus I know she receives the proper care. I love them and they are our family...
posted: 09/21/2018
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