Ingleside Animal Hospital
4.6 (282) 2031 TX-361, Ingleside, TX 78362, USAHours:
Monday: 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Thursday: 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Friday: 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at Ingleside Animal 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 Ricky Broussard is an excellent veterinarian and an even better person. He cares about his patients and treats everyone with dignity and respect. He has an amazing team of vet techs and office staff, always willing to go the extra mile. We love Ingleside Animal Hospital! You will, too.
posted: 08/19/2023
as winter texans i have been going to Ingleside Hospital for many years. I just returned after an 8 year absense and was greeted and recognized immediately. Bellarose had an amazing groom and look forward to her check up and rabies vaccine on the 24th October. Dr. Rickey has treated my two bichons, Angel & Heidi and now BellaRose my Mailtipoo. Professional care always.
posted: 10/16/2022
I have been with Dr Ricky for over 20 years. I rely on Dr. Ricky and his staff because they are professional, courteous, and friendly. I feel at home with them. My pets love them. I know my darlings are always cared for here. They have also kenneled and watched them (while I have been away) because they have some special needs.
posted: 02/19/2021
Dr. Broussard always takes the best care of my pet cat, Shadow, and is sure to give us a few laughs along the way. 10/10 would recommend. Best vet in Ingleside! *Update: He even gave me a cat taxi one day when I forgot mine! Truly one of a kind. :)
posted: 01/21/2023
The only reason this is not 1 star is because the vet service is amazing and have helped us since we've been down here. But the grooming service should not even be provided if this is the quality of the services rendered. She is a Golden Retriever. By asking for a short cut to help with the temperature, the groomer said she would do a "summer cut" along with the basics (nails, bath, etc). But when I picked her up, this is the result. Uneven patches of cut fur, clear indications of buzzer lines, and a nervous dog. Groomer did not indicate any issues during the session and even said she was easy to work with. After getting home, I checked the quality of the other services given. Found dried blood on her dew claw. Only after calling the vet and asking to talk to the groomer directly did she say she cut her quik. Yet somehow, all of this was the most expensive grooming session I have ever paid for. Excellent vet service, horrendous grooming quality. Edit: reviews include aspects of criticism and may not "be nice". The American Kennel Club has a detailed article about shaving double-coated dogs. Update: tried to do simple grooming by ourselves with clippers after incident 6 months ago. She had such a physical reaction to hearing the clippers start that she was shaking uncontrollably and we needed to cease any grooming efforts.
posted: 02/12/2022