Feline Health

4.5 (58)
1533 1st Ave., New York, NY 10028, USA

Hours:

Monday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Thursday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Friday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Saturday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Sunday: Closed

How to Save Money at Feline Health

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:

Top Pet Insurance Providers of 2024
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.

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Getting 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

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Darlene Lee

Friendly, laid back and experts on kitties. They've been taking care of mine for years and wouldn't trust anyone else to do as good a job. Highly recommended!

posted: 09/12/2023

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C S

Best vet ever! Dr Blair CARES as does her staff. My 17 1/2 year old cat is pretty feisty and they are always so kind even when he is hissy and swatting.

posted: 04/21/2023

Shreena Bhojani

Going here should be no question - just go, you won't regret it. They are so caring and wonderful and helpful. I enjoyed every visit I had. It was so nice to find a place that specialized in cats. My cats can get very anxious when surrounded by different animals so it was nice to go here. I felt very safe leaving my kitty under their care, and they are so unbelievably helpful all the time. I have called them a million and one times and they always are ready to assist me in whatever I need. I recently moved to Miami and my only wish is that I could have brought them with me!!!!

posted: 11/03/2022

Adam Stoler

Under the previous vet Dr. Kempner , I brought my cats here even after moving to Riverdale. It was close to 30 years Something changed over the pandemic . Not just the staff the culture seemed to shift to pushing services not necessary for my rescues And oh the costs went through the roof Prior I was sent reminders for checkups It seems to me that since I didn’t bite at the services no reminders for my cars have been sent . nor will they be They get 2 stars for competency That is it We’re headed elsewhere sorry to say' April 2023 that it took this long to even get a reply speaks to the lack of concern of this practice. At that, the reply really is thoroughly inadequate.

posted: 04/24/2023

Milana Peacock

Not coming back. Scheduled a health check appointment for my two cats - a whole hour appointment, 30 min for each cat. Just before leaving had a problem with one of the cats. Called the office to let them know I am still coming, just running late. The receptionist suggested rescheduling. I said, I still want to come today if that’s OK since I have a long appointment. She said, no problem. When I arrived, I was told the doctor can not see my cats because they gave me 15 min grace period and I arrived at 17 min = 2 min late. (I was never told there was a very strict 15 min grace period. If I knew about it, I would definitely reschedule my appointment). So, because I was late, I was given two options: either to reschedule or leave my cats there and pick them up later (what??) because NOW the doctor is very busy. I could not believe that being 2 minutes late resulted in such dramatic change in the doctor’s schedule. Did I mention that the office was empty? No people - zero. I asked to speak with the doctor. She came out and repeated what the receptionist already told me. I mentioned the 2 min lateness and how ridiculous it is to send me home over it considering I still have tons of time left, the office is empty, and I am a loyal client (was seen by another doctor before), been coming here since 2016. The doctor: Fine, I can see your cats but you have to pay a late fee. I: Oh, so you are not very busy after all? No, thank you, I’ll take my business elsewhere. If you are curious, read her answers to bad reviews on Yelp. Mind blowing.

posted: 11/07/2022