VCA Pine Lake Animal Hospital
4.4 (75) 2834 228th Ave SE, Sammamish, WA 98075, USAHours:
Monday: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Thursday: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Friday: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at VCA Pine Lake 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 | 11,756 |
| 4.9 | Embrace | 17,140 |
| 4.9 | Fetch | 18,308 |
| 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 | 12,229 |
| 4.6 | Pumpkin | 1,473 |
| 4.6 | Spot | 7,024 |
| 4.9 | Trupanion | 73,550 |
| 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
I am very grateful for the staff here. My dog, Millie is a very reactive and high anxiety rescue pup. At previous vets we were required to give her sedatives and muzzle her. Vet techs (Lisa!) went out of there way to do happy visits with Millie to get to know her before her wellness visit, then, for the visit itself, her and Dr. Adam’s came outside, sat in the parking lot and did the exam there because Millie was not able/ willing to go inside yet. No muzzle and no trazadone needed, they even got to look at here teeth which our previous vet never did. They did her vaccines while feeding her cheese and Lisa has even gotten a few kisses from Millie, so she is officially in the club ;) I so greatly appreciate the accommodations for dogs like my Millie girl, it makes vet visits so much less traumatic for all of us :)
posted: 09/22/2022
Kind, communicative, and accommodating staff. My Frenchie was recently spayed and had nares surgery, they were amazing. It’s been three weeks and my pup is feeling better than ever
posted: 04/17/2023
Where to start?! Previous 4 star rating has now slid to 1. Only 1 (very good) doctor on staff who is likely overworked. Limited hours. Closed on Saturday, Sunday, and Monday. Never pick up the phone. VCA "by our playbook" customer service. Some staff with little/NO empathy and NO proactive accomodation when client expresses concern about their pet's health. Seem more concerned about their own personal workhours versus accommodating a 30+ year client. Always overcharged on meds (send Rx to Safeway or Costco!) and outside lab fees (you're stuck here with whatever VCA wants to charge). Final straw...(Their choice): #1. Please let me wait and talk to the doctor for 2 minutes (rather than tech reading/regurgitating notes on file) or #2. I walk out the waiting room door with My dog and never come back. Tech starts reading notes again & shrugs her shoulders... indicating she could care less. Dr. Jerry Bishop would be aghast.
posted: 04/07/2023
We are very grateful for the staff here from reception, to assistants to the vet. When our sweet dog passed away suddenly through the night, they took care of the details, explaining everything to us and were empathetic. We were fairly new clients, but have been so thankful for the caring service we received!
posted: 01/13/2023
I have only been going here for about 2 months but have been in the office probably 5 times. I am really really happy with them so far. I had dental work done on my cat today. It was the first experience I’ve had with my pets where they went under and Were sent home while not being wobbly / unsafe. They had two people in the operating room so he was never left alone and they followed all proper protocols like keeping the eyes lubricated, etc. Outside of that, they take their time answering questions and do so thoughtfully. Their availability is great if there is something that needs urgent addressing. Overall I am extremely pleased and grateful for the people who have provided support and care thus far. They are one of the best Vetinarian offices I have ever worked with and I highly recommend them for pet care.
posted: 06/22/2022
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VCA Pine Lake Animal Hospital
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