Pet Fish Doctor

3.7 (6)

4580 Crackersport Rd, Allentown, PA 18104, USA

Best Pet Insurance in Allentown, Pennsylvania 2024

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How to Save Money at Pet Fish Doctor

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	11,756
4.9	Embrace	17,140
4.9	Fetch	18,308
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	12,229
4.6	Pumpkin	1,473
4.6	Spot	7,024
4.9	Trupanion	73,550
4.8	Prudent Pet	125

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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.

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Reviews from Google

Jessica J.

Dr. Lopresto is the bees knees! He examined my sick fish, ran diagnostics, and helped me come up with a treatment plan to get him better. I feel fortunate that there are top notch aquatic veterinarians within driving distance. The visit was well worth the 2 hour drive. For those that can’t make the drive there is an option for telemedicine consult in certain states.

posted: 10/13/2023

Kaiden Hope

After my second fish (Telescope Eye) showed similar symptoms to the first one (Fantail) that passed away a month prior, I was desperate for an answer because I was unsatisfied with the first diagnoses from a vet located in Philly. I called the Pet Fish Doctor in Reading to schedule an appointment for my dying Telescope. Even though they had no availability at the time, they offered to put me on "standby" in case of any cancellations. Lo and behold, one was available in the afternoon and I was there within an hour. After they took my pet in for diagnose, the vet explained that the rapid deterioration may have been caused by a neurological bacteria - which was not even brought up by the other vet. We discussed type of treatments available and he was frank with us about the success rate for each method. He was also honest with us about not holding any high hopes and informed us about what we should do with other pets sharing the same tank enclosure. The doctor and staff were both respectful and courteous. I felt that Dr. Lopresto was very knowledgeable in a relatively exotic field. Even though my fish didn't survive (I didn't expect it to), I got an answer about what was causing a mass slaughter in my tank which gave me the closure that I needed. The bill that I received was very reasonable and dare I say, a bargain, compared to other bills I've paid for a vet with less aquatic animals knowledge. I would not hesitate to come back to this place again even though it's an hour away for any of my fish care.

posted: 07/08/2021

Rachael Carlson-Simon

I learned so much from my fish's visit. Getting husbandry advice from a highly trained and educated professional vs a hobbyist on the internet was worth every penny and then some. Dr. Palmeiro took the time to answer all of my questions with great detail. I'm very lucky to have a fish vet within driving distance, this is an amazing resource for fishkeepers who care about their pets and are looking for ways to improve their fishkeeping.

posted: 01/04/2020