Animal Medical Center of Gahanna
4.5 (747) 610 Morrison Rd #5342, Gahanna, OH 43230, USAHours:
Monday: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Thursday: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Friday: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Saturday: 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Sunday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
How to Save Money at Animal Medical Center of Gahanna
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 | 890 |
| 4.7 | ASPCA | 11,646 |
| 4.9 | Embrace | 15,682 |
| 4.9 | Fetch | 2,669 |
| 4.4 | Figo | 2,646 |
| 4.7 | Hartville | 164 |
| 4.9 | Healthy Paws | 7,521 |
| 4.9 | Lemonade | 805 |
| 3.2 | ManyPets | 2,356 |
| 4.6 | MetLife | 577 |
| 4.8 | Nationwide | 21,398 |
| 4.3 | Pet Assure | 12 |
| 4.7 | PetPartners | 112 |
| 4.5 | Pets Best | 7,244 |
| 4.3 | Pumpkin | 1,340 |
| 4.7 | Spot | 6,404 |
| 4.9 | Trupanion | 60,501 |
| 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
Our kitty had a cold and this was the only place we could get in same day; that had 4+star reviews. They were very friendly and quick to get us in and out. Price was pretty low. It's cheaper to make an appointment and was able to get one same day. Only downside is my kitty had to get a rectal temp taken 🥺 but it had to be done and not their fault.
posted: 10/30/2023
Had a grooming appointment with the veteran groomer. I get there and that is not who was assigned to my puppy. I specifically requested the groomer that had been there the longest since he was a puppy and it was his first time. So after talking to the front desk staffer that is who the appointment was scheduled with. Hence the reason I did not bring my puppy on a Saturday because it was explained to me that she does not work on weekends. I was told she was booked up when one of those bookings should have been my puppy. I ended up going back to pick up my puppy. Disappointed because I drove all the way up there for nothing and I had to be to work.
posted: 10/23/2023
Really loved their services for our guinea pig, but have not had a positive experience with my puppy. Today my husband went in for our second round of shots for our puppy. We had to cancel the original appointment due to a conflict. We were not notified that by rescheduling we would have to restart her whole shot series, including the December shot because they are combined. They also charged us for both shot visits, which is a $60 Dr exam, not necessary every visit. I have already scheduled our next visit with a different practice. I'm shocked and outright frustrated with how much we were charged and the info not communicated.
posted: 10/19/2023
-First, I want to say that I appreciated my latest visit the most. My dog is terrified of the world and is an American staffy. No one was scared. They were so nice and encouraging to him.They also made me feel like I was doing everything right when it came to care for him. They have been patient and encouraging with me as I took my dog there for days before his appointment to get him a bit use to the environment. Overall, the people there are great. I have never not had a good experience. -All vets cost a pretty penny more than humane society vets.
posted: 08/19/2023
Took my new puppy in for a first time visit. We were quoted well over $400. Gave the okay on vaccinations and dewormer and Still paid over $200. We inquired about DNA testing, and seemed like a few and far between service as the tech and doctor knew little about cost/process. They did not have these kits in stock, so ordered one. Got a call that test kit was in, and we set an appointment. We arrived for appointment, the technician came and took him back… again without us present. After waiting she returns and said our dogs test must have been used for another pet. They would order and let us know when his would be there (likely the following day). It’s been several days since, and there has been no call from the office manager, nor any of the staff to apologize nor advise of the test kit arrival. Our trust in this office was fumbled. Won’t be comfortable returning for reasons listed above, and for other reasons that are not listed.
posted: 08/05/2023