Island Animal Clinic
4.8 (108) 319 Beach St, Port Aransas, TX 78373, USAHours:
Monday: 7:00 – 11:30 AM, 1:00 – 4:00 PM
Tuesday: 7:00 – 11:30 AM, 1:00 – 4:00 PM
Wednesday: 7:00 – 11:30 AM, 1:00 – 4:00 PM
Thursday: 7:00 – 11:30 AM, 1:00 – 4:00 PM
Friday: 7:00 – 11:30 AM, 1:00 – 4:00 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at Island Animal Clinic
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 | 11,757 |
| 4.9 | Embrace | 17,158 |
| 4.9 | Fetch | 18,571 |
| 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 | 12,232 |
| 4.6 | Pumpkin | 1,473 |
| 4.6 | Spot | 7,033 |
| 4.9 | Trupanion | 73,743 |
| 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
A little over 3 weeks ago my smallest fur grand baby got attacked. Our regular vet was closed due to it being the Friday of 4th of July weekend, so we called Island Animal Clinic. Dr. David took her in without hesitation and did surgery. She saved her life in my eyes. After 3.5 weeks it is a bitter sweet day but she’s been released. I cannot think the whole staff enough for the great work and sweet smiles and kindness they showed us. Would recommend 100%.
posted: 07/26/2023
Dr Cox was very helpful and kind in assisting me with the very hard decision of putting my sweet Lab, Zelda, to sleep. I have been taking my dogs and cats to Crosspoint Veterinary clinic for years now, and in some cases, they have saved their lives. In this case, though, sadly nothing else could be done for Zelda. I highly recommend all the vets and staff at Crosspoint.
posted: 06/04/2023
I have never had a vet go above and beyond as Dr. David did for our Lady Bird. It was a tough few weeks, but it was eased with her tremendous compassion and tireless efforts to help our sweet Birdie. I cannot say enough about how much I love everyone at Island Animal Clinic. It is a wonderful, caring place. They are like family to me because they embraced Birdie as if she were their own. Thank you for everything.
posted: 11/05/2022
We are visiting Port Aransas and needed care for 17 year old chihuahua, Chloe. Our girl fractured her front paw and they got her in quickly and took such good care of her. I am beyond grateful for all they did to help get her comfortable so she could rest and heal. Thank you from the bottom our my heart ❤️
posted: 06/05/2023
We had to put our beloved Sugar Bear to sleep while we were in Pt A. The staff and Dr Alex were exceptionally kind. They did not rush us and we got to say goodbye I our own time. They made a very sad experience better with their kindness. I highly recommend for all your pets needs. They even sent a sympathy card to our home. ❤️
posted: 02/06/2023