Animal Emergency Center
3.6 (220) 395 Susquehanna Trail, Watsontown, PA 17777, USAHours:
Monday: 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM
Tuesday: 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM
Wednesday: 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM
Thursday: 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM
Friday: 7:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours
How to Save Money at Animal Emergency Center
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 | 11,756 |
| 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 |
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
I brought our two 5 month puppies here and the team was incredibly helpful and accommodating. Prior to bringing our girls, we had a 17 year old pupper who was really struggling towards the end. The team here was able to get an answer for her illness and get her stable enough to transport her for longer term care. Since that visit we were able to get 8 extra months with our girl. She will be forever missed but thank you to the staff for helping us when we needed you the most.
posted: 02/07/2024
I brought my cat Mia in after she got spayed and was vomiting, lethargic and not eating. They offered diagnostics which I approved and offered in patient care or out patient. I decided to do outpatient and they gave her fluids and some injections as well as prescriptions. The doctor was very knowledgeable and answered all my questions, the techs were great with my cat who was scared and the receptionist was very kind. All and all a great experience and Mia is back to normal. I would recommend to everyone! Was there a wait, of course but I will wait as long as I need to for their excellent service!
posted: 03/09/2024
This is my second experience requiring emergency care. First time was 5 star. If I could check more stars this time around I absolutely would! My dog was admitted on thanksgiving day. He stayed the night, transferred to his regular vet where he ended up requiring abdominal surgery. He then returned for postoperative monitoring and care. I can’t say enough about the doctors and the hands on care provided. I received constant updates, photos all the while. My pet has been discharged and the staff is still following up with me directly. Special thanks to Jenn and most especially Heather who handled most of my communications. She went above and beyond to make me feel he was safe.
posted: 11/26/2023
I am so happy with the way my girl was taken care of at this animal hospital. They were thorough with their testing and found what was wrong with her. They took time to answer all my questions. I thank them for all they did, that I have my baby girl back! I felt they cared for her as if she were their own, which meant the most to me.
posted: 11/08/2023
If I could give this God awful place zero stars I would. Went there with my cat which was what I believe as a seizure. Head bobbing, no control of bowel movement and barely breathing. It wasn't an emergency to them. She might not even make it through the night. And their 2 front desk were really ignorant. Be aware of this! They don't care about you or your animals. She died less than 12 hours later at only 8 months old. So yeah your triage sucks.
posted: 02/02/2024