Rio Grande Valley Wildlife Rescue

4.6 (46)
Please contact Dr. Hines before arriving, 70 Haynes Ln, Brownsville, TX 78521, USA

Hours:

Monday: 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Thursday: 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Friday: 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Saturday: 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Sunday: 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM

How to Save Money at Rio Grande Valley Wildlife Rescue

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
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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.

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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.

Reviews from Google

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Melanie Saldana

I found an injured hawk in front of my home and as someone who has a deep love for animals, I was worried for its health and safety and didn’t know what I could do to help it. I found Dr. Hines and took the hawk to him in hopes of giving the hawk a better chance of recovery. Dr. Hines is amazing at what he does (shows a great passion for these babies) and sent me a heartwarming update on the injured hawk. I am truly grateful that he does this and gives all these animals a second chance at life. 💚😊 the first image is when I found him. The second I received from Dr. Hines in the update on the Hawk’s recovery.

posted: 10/12/2024

Daniel Balderrama

Dr Hines and his wife Gloria answered the call for help as two baby doves were knocked from thier nesting due to the recent whether and needed help. I had the pleasure of visiting thier home and was able to see first hand the love that this couple have for the wildlife they care for. God bless you both as you continue to care for his creatures that can't help themselves.

posted: 06/26/2024

Abby M.

Very rude on the phone. I understand they don’t do puppies but could have at least been kinder about it. Three week old puppy dying and all his response was “I’m retired and only do wild critters” well then retire your information from google if you aren’t willing to refer us or offer empathy!

posted: 08/04/2024

EDITH A. GURROLA

I just called in concern of a baby possum trying to get more information, person on the line was damn straight rude and racist because I couldn’t figure out the word possum in English. Then proceeded to speak to me in Spanish telling me to contact other people because they’re busy taking care of other animals. Then abruptly hanging up on me. Rude people. Hopefully they don’t treat their animals that’s way.

posted: 08/02/2024

delia gonzalez

Several months ago my husband found a baby bird. We took it to Mr Hines. He called to let us know that it grew up and that it was time time to let it go. We are so glad that we took him the bird.

posted: 06/28/2024