Adirondack Park Pet Hospital
4.5 (44) 25 Brandy Brook, Saranac Lake, NY 12983, USAHours:
Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 12:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 12:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at Adirondack Park Pet 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
Dr. Steven's, Jenda and the other vet techs are amazing! They have truly gone above and beyond to help me with my cat who had bladder stones. Dr. Steven's has done everything possible to help me care for my cat and has even met with me after hours to go over x-rays. They always make it a point to call me and keep me informed of everything going on too. Jenda has even made it a point to come in on her day off to help me pick up my cat after surgery and help me bring her to my car, since I am 8 months pregnant! Dr. Steven's is incredibly intelligent and it pays off to listen to his advice. I can't thank the staff enough and will forever be blown away by their wonderful services and care.
posted: 03/11/2021
We have always had pets. Over the decades, we have also had a variety of pet issues that required the aid of a veterinarian. Of all those whom we have worked with over the years, Dr. Stuart Stevens is, by far, the best. Dr. Stevens is an excellent surgeon. He has helped our Maine Coon and Black Lab during a few emergencies during the past few years. He is compassionate, knowledgeable and passionate. He also goes the extra mile when helping us understand the issue and what procedure(s) he will be implementing. He has also called us at home during his off-time to check-in on the recovery of our pet. He is one who truly cares about his patients!
posted: 08/09/2016
It is Riot approved! I mean come on look how nicely he posed for the vet who just poked and prodded him❣️u CAN NOT be this cute when you're unhappy with something!
posted: 07/12/2021
We are in the area for vacation and called with concerns about our beloved Stella. (We had already seen Dr Stevens for a prior issue.) The office was ready to close up for the day, but stayed open until we got there. They were all so nice and after a quick exam Dr Stevens assured us it was fine to wait until we got home in a couple of days for more evaluation and intervention by our regular vet. To top it off, they didn't even change us. We so appreciate the attentiveness and care! Many thanks to Dr. Stevens and his staff!
posted: 07/08/2017
Dr Steven's and the staff were wonderful! We were vacationing in the area and they were able to get us in to see Jacq the dog. Did a thorough exam, blood and Giardia tests in-house. Prescribed meds and furnished them so we didn't need to try to fill a prescription. Spent 45 minutes with us. Answered all our questions and gave us all the information we needed. Best of all was the great attitude by everyone. If we were local, he'd be our vet.
posted: 10/13/2021