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Bridge Animal Referral Center

4.8 (76)

8401 Main St, Edmonds, WA 98026, USA

Best Pet Insurance in Edmonds, Washington 2024

Hours:

Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Saturday: Closed

Sunday: Closed

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How to Save Money at Bridge Animal Referral Center

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?

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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.

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Reviews from Google

Caroline C.

Everyone at BARC is very knowledgeable and helpful. They took wonderful care of my Sparky. I would trust them with my Sparky if needed again in the future

posted: 08/08/2023

Cherish Stack

Everyone at BARC is so incredible! They have been so supportive and caring of our dog after his cancer diagnosis. They were instrumental in getting our dog's health back on track. He is thriving and it's all thanks to the wonderful vets / team at BARC! Our dog absolutely loves coming here and we're so grateful to have found you.

posted: 09/19/2023

S Masstega

My Rosie girl went to BARC for about a year. Loved the very caring and helpful staff. Communication with your specialists is very good, and you can easily get ahold of them. It’s very apparent how much the staff love and care about your companion. They were integral in making her last year very comfortable and rewarding. I would highly recommend this location and staff to anyone. We deeply appreciate the staff and say thank you from the bottom of our hearts.

posted: 11/23/2022

Meghan Dudek

The staff here are all super friendly, helpful, and knowledgeable! They treat my baby with care and take their time answering any and all questions! They are very timely and professional with appointments and do their best to accommodate for last minute appointments and rescheduling. My 4 year old golden retriever was treated with chemotherapy for Lymphoma by the wonderful staff at BARC. I would highly recommend this Oncology office and I am super appreciative of the services BARC provides. Update: What other vet calls after your dog's passing to send condolences, sends a gift, and as if that wasn't beyond extra... The kindest hand written card/messages to let you know they care and how special your baby was. This place and people go above and beyond for their patients and their families, and it shows. I am so grateful for the extra 7 months I got with my girl thanks to the smart, loving, kind staff at BARC. Thank you so much for all of your time, support, and kindness through such difficult times ❤️

posted: 12/12/2022

Jennifer Macsek

Very caring and knowledgeable staff; they supported us through all phases of our pet's oncology journey. We could not be more appreciative of both the high quality of care that our dog received, and the personal level of care from everyone we worked with. Would highly recommend!

posted: 04/24/2023

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