Schertz Animal Hospital
4.6 (471) 1350 Farm-To-Market Rd 78, Schertz, TX 78154, USAHours:
Monday: 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at Schertz 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 | 11,757 |
| 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
I am new to San Antonio and was looking for a new vet. They were able to get me in so quickly. They were wonderful to my corgi. She felt comfortable around the staff. I would highly recommend!
posted: 08/21/2024
Called on Tuesday to see about booking an appt for my bff Toxic, due to a persistent and worsening cough. The receptionist was kind and knowledgeable. She explained that day was a walk-in day but was able to get us scheduled for Friday afternoon. Forms were easy to fill out (digitally) and uploading Toxic’s med papers was easy (app). On Friday, they were so sweet even though we were running late (Pat Booker on a Friday afternoon is no joke). They met us at the car and walked us straight to a room. Toxic is beyond terrified of the vet, but they were so gentle and so understanding. The med asst/tech was incredible, and the doctor was fast and very comforting. They shot some xrays and had a treatment plan all within 30-45 minutes. Pricing is very, very fair… in total I paid $350-$400 for everything - $130 of that was for the new patient/comprehensive exam, and $115 of that was one of the prescriptions. I checked Chewy and it was the same price, so their pricing is really honest. Also, the doctor made sure to ask for our consent prior to proceeding with any additional step (ex: running the Xray). They are very transparent with the pricing, very refreshing when every other company tries to gouge. I did not get pricing for vaccines, but we will be going back and I’ll update. We will be bringing Toxic here in the future (sorry, Toxic). Would highly recommend! Thank you again to everyone there, from Toxic and Me.
posted: 11/16/2024
Schertz Animal Hospital did an amazing job with our 2 large dogs (lab and german shepherd). The pricing was affordable to get shots updated and wellness check. I'm excited to continue to have them care for our dogs in the future! Thanks for your patience and care for our furry kids! 🐶🐶
posted: 05/26/2024
Dr. Rodriguez and all the staff have always been most welcoming and accommodating! I moved out of the area and came back to a different area in San Antonio and wouldn’t take my pups to anyone else. They always have the best interest of the furry and human clients at the top of the care they provide.
posted: 11/06/2024
We've been taking our pets here for a couple of years now. The doctors and vet techs are great! When it was time to say good bye to our sweet boy Max..they were very kind and made the difficult process as smooth as possible. Max was given great care towards the end of his life and I am very grateful for that. I highly recommend them.
posted: 09/05/2024