Altmeyer Veterinary Hospital
4 (113) 251 Colonial Rd, Kittanning, PA 16201, USAHours:
How to Save Money at Altmeyer Veterinary 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. Rodkey and all of the vet techs here are wonderful. You can tell how much she really cares about the animals she treats. She's super knowledgeable, kind, and attentive. And the techs are just awesome...I brought my cat in recently and he had an accident in his carrier on the way in. They were so nice about it, got him cleaned up and they even took his carrier back and cleaned that for me too which I was SO grateful for! It may seem like something small but I have been to many vet offices and they are not all so gracious. Thank you to all the kind staff here :)
posted: 04/14/2023
Not happy with service waste of time an money. The vet was very afraid of my pet she immediately wanted to put a muzzle on my dog. My dog is very friendly an non-aggressive. They acted like he was going to bite them. They truly need to learn on how to handle an treat bigger dogs.....I don't recommend them
posted: 06/30/2023
I would NEVER take a pet to them. My cat has suffered seizures since she was a kitten. When Dr Bob was there he knew her medicine couldn't be lowered therefore knew we didn't need to continue blood work but that wasn't good enough for Dr Morgan. We even signed a waiver but still in time if we didn't have blood work he wouldn't prescribe her medicine so I agreed to have it annually and then he decided he needed to add a new medication because her levels were to high. She started to deteriorate. She even started never getting out of her litterbox. She only came out to eat. Then 6 months after her blood work I needed a refill on her medicine the office called back and said she needed blood work again so she could have her refill. I said she wasn't due for 6 months. He said he wouldn't give her a refill . I said I didn't have another $280 for more blood work. I said I won't be back. She was almost 13 and he se would be notified when she died so that her chart could be closed. She was so skinny at this point and loosing her hair. I thought for sure she was going to die soon. My husband and I got to discussing it and thought what would it hurt to start her on hemp. We bought some. It now has been around 8 months and she has put her weight back on and her hair is back. She follows us around again like a puppy. So in my opinion it is all about the money and not about the true caring of the animal
posted: 04/08/2023
Dr. Rodkey and Dr. Morgan are the kindest, most compassionate people you will find. They saved our Nigerian Dwarf when no one else would take the emergency call. He would not have made it through the night without them. Your pets are in good hands at Altmeyer Veterinary Hospital. Thank you, Dr. Rodkey and Morgan!! Love, Marty!
posted: 08/22/2022
I'm loving the way Dr. Morgan is working "with us" and our dogs! One of the dogs has never shown much energy and had supposedly been tested. Since Dr. Morgan started treating him for his thyroid recently, he's keeping up on walks, is so much more playful and happier than I've seen him since he was a puppy! The other 2 had their first visit yesterday. They did very well! I switched vets because the one I was using was overwhelmed with appointments. Plus I was concerned over the mix ups in treatments for 2 of them. It was hard to get a timely appointment for their regular shots. We're all caught up and more at Altmeyers!!
posted: 08/26/2022