Highway 29 Veterinary Hospital
4.7 (309) 3500 E State Hwy 29, Bertram, TX 78605, USAHours:
Monday: 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Tuesday: 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Wednesday: 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Thursday: 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Friday: 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at Highway 29 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 | 11,714 |
| 4.9 | Embrace | 16,675 |
| 4.9 | Fetch | 11,124 |
| 4.2 | Figo | 2,598 |
| 4.7 | Hartville | 164 |
| 4.9 | Healthy Paws | 9,976 |
| 4.9 | Lemonade | 805 |
| 4.6 | ManyPets | 2,335 |
| 4.0 | MetLife | 626 |
| 4.8 | Nationwide | 21,404 |
| 4.3 | Pet Assure | 12 |
| 4.5 | PetPartners | 112 |
| 4.3 | Pets Best | 12,058 |
| 4.6 | Pumpkin | 1,425 |
| 4.6 | Spot | 6,848 |
| 4.9 | Trupanion | 67,964 |
| 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. Ash and his people are AMAZING. They really sit you down and talk to you with understanding and compassion. this little puppy we rescued was having 3 to 4 seizures a day and after multiple vets we FINALLY got some answers from Dr. Ash and the correct medication and NO MORE SIZURES! We couldn't be more grateful. He's such a happy playful rambunctious pup now. Much more back to a normal pup. =0 THANK Y'ALL SO MUCH!
posted: 05/17/2023
Highly recommend Highway 29 Vet. We have brought our pets here for years. Everyone who works here is kind, compassionate, and patient. On 6/09, we had to rush our new little tea cup yourkie in for the 2nd time. Darling was a very fragile sick puppy. I was so heartbroken and upset knowing she wasn't going to pull through. They took their time talking with me, and I took my time saying goodbye. Thank you to all the staff. Y'all are amazing working with pets and people. God bless!
posted: 06/20/2023
Have been going to this clinic for at least 15 years and always feel like I am giving my pets the best of care.
posted: 07/25/2023
Super disappointed, had a new patient appointment for our dog to have an injection for allergies. I spoke with the receptionist the day prior to schedule the appointment, I totally understand we have to be charged for an office visit and exam and was told that would be $35. My husband took our dog and 10 min in and out he messaged me that he thought it was a bit high priced. Upon me returning home and checking the bill we were charged $50 not $35, not a HUGE deal but still called to ask why it was more. Same receptionist answered and was very apologetic that she’d made a mistake and was very sorry but that new patient EXAM and visit was $50. Ok, my husband hears our conversation and says EXAM, he (our dog) didn’t get an exam. I asked, didn’t they listen to his heart, check his ears, general physical exam? NO, doc asked a couple questions, gave the shot and we were out. Now I’m pretty upset, I call back and get the same young lady who agrees that he should have had a thorough physical exam and will speak to her manager and call me back. Young lady calls back and the gist is, you walk in and you pay for an office visit and EXAM weather your pet gets examined or not. I’m not satisfied with that so I asked for the manager and she basically called my husband a liar and said that our dog HAD been examined by the doctor. HE WAS IN THE ROOM THE ENTIRE 10 minute visit. SHAMEFUL
posted: 01/11/2023