Pocoshock Animal Hospital

4.1 (149)
2801 Turner Rd, Richmond, VA 23224, USA

Hours:

Monday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Thursday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Friday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Saturday: Closed

Sunday: Closed

How to Save Money at Pocoshock 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:

Top Pet Insurance Providers of 2025
Rating Provider Total Review
4.4 AKC 891
4.5 ASPCA 11,777
4.9 Embrace 17,271
4.9 Fetch 21,459
4.2 Figo 2,602
4.7 Hartville 165
4.9 Healthy Paws 10,011
4.9 Lemonade 805
4.6 ManyPets 2,344
4.0 MetLife 657
4.8 Nationwide 21,407
4.3 Pet Assure 12
4.5 PetPartners 113
4.3 Pets Best 12,248
4.6 Pumpkin 1,476
4.6 Spot 7,084
4.9 Trupanion 75,837
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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Ryan Wontz

If I could give ZERO, I would. My cat is dead. Your staff that I spoke to on the phone was as rude as can be when asked about any paperwork on him your clinic may have had, In which there wasn’t much. Under circumstances of losing a home, a mother, amongst other things, I hadn’t been able to continue my cats up keep. He was dying while I was on the phone trying to get this information. This woman made me feel as if I was the worst pet owner possible for the lack of. I had my fur baby for over 13 years. And as I have to put him to sleep, I felt completely shamed for things beyond my control. So, whoever was the receptionist on February 16 2023. Thank you for making that day so much worse for me.

posted: 03/12/2023

Patti Jo Knight

My first visit to this facility was a couple of years ago. The male doctor was completely void of compassion as he coldly recommended euthanasia for my seemingly healthy pet. Not one word of comfort or caring as I cried my eyes out. Leaving there with an empty pet carrier, I felt as if no one there cared as long as they were paid. I tried this facility once again recently with my other cat, when I learned it was now totally run by women, hoping it would be a different experience. But the vet who examined my cat’s ears for mites - since I was concerned he wouldn’t stop scratching at his ears - quickly concluded he did not have mites, but fleas, and prescribed flea meds. I had many questions, but the vet had one foot out the door and I felt very rushed. Like the other doctor I had seen, this vet was not a caring person. And 3 months into the flea treatment my cat was still scratching his ears. After two messages to the facility with no response, I decided to never go back. I found another vet who was exactly what we needed; thorough, caring, informative, and not rushed. My cats’ ears were both infected and he is now being treated with the appropriate medicine.

posted: 02/12/2023

Rob Hayes

I don’t think there is a kinder loving soul when it comes to animals . Thanks Dr. Larsen and staff for 26 + years of looking after our loved ones .

posted: 05/05/2023

BURKE CLARK

Dr Larsen has been taking care of all my cats for the past 20 years. She and the staff are so pleasant and caring !

posted: 03/04/2023

Laurie Blath

We love Dr. Larsen! The staff is great. We've brought our animals here for 2 decades.

posted: 05/26/2023