Vetco Total Care

4.6 (56)
401 Sunrise Hwy, Patchogue, NY 11772, USA

Hours:

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: Closed

How to Save Money at Vetco Total Care

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 11,713
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.

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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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Kelli Kelzzz

Dr Donovan saw my cat Romeo for an emergency sick visit. She was able to see him within short notice. I never knew this place existed, but I will definitely return!!! Romeo received the best care and I know he is in good hands here! I absolutely love Dr. Donovan, she made sure I understood everything and answered all of my questions thoroughly. She is very caring and friendly. Will definitely recommend!!!!!

posted: 09/02/2023

Janice Salayka

Dr. Lauren Donovan was caring, gentle and informative. She gave my dog a good examination and excellent care and treatment. The staff was kind, supportive and pleasant. Appointment easy to make and was kept on time. Medical office was clean and sanitary. Dr. answer all my questions and concerns and provided follow up on his recovery.

posted: 05/25/2023

Christina Tross

The desk staff welcomed us warmly. The vet assistant was super knowledgeable, patient and understanding. Dr Torres is the ABSOLUTE BEST. He went over Chloe with care and concern and set us at ease! I am so glad we have Vetco, specifically this one

posted: 01/24/2023

Lauren Cooper

I can’t imagine using any other vet unless I felt I needed more comprehensive care. Dr Sagl (I think) is wonderful and trust him 1000% percent. I’m ADHD/autistic and I can talk a lot he’s so patient and NEVER makes me feel like I’m annoying him. You can tell that he’s all about the care, not the money and he’s just awesome. I also haven’t met a vet tech I didn’t like, I don’t know who I just saw, but she was patient and awesome too

posted: 06/16/2023

Frances Grudzinski

I brought my dog in for a check up, heartworm test, and to get his flea and tick meds. As always, the staff was very nice. They were very sweet with my dog and were genuinely animal lovers. They took the time to explain everything I brought my dog in for a check up, heartworm test, and to get his flea and tick meds. As always, the staff was very nice. They were very sweet with my dog and we’re genuinely animal lovers. They took the time to explain everything to me and I left feeling very pleased with the visit

posted: 04/21/2023