Mercer Street Veterinary Hospital
4.6 (211) 610 1st Ave N, Seattle, WA 98109, USAHours:
Monday: 7:00 AM – 6:30 PM
Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 6:30 PM
Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 6:30 PM
Thursday: 7:00 AM – 6:30 PM
Friday: 7:00 AM – 6:30 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at Mercer Street Veterinary 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 just transferred to the area temporarily and needed a vet. My friend takes her pets to Mercer and suggested it to me. I was able to get my cat in for an appointment relatively quickly. I needed to follow up from an out of state vet's recommendation for tooth extraction. From the consultation, to blood work, to the day of sedation and tooth cleaning, we were treated superbly. Detailed instructions, questions thoroughly answered, text messages inquiring about how my cat was feeling - I was definitely impressed. After the tooth evaluation and cleaning, I was advised that he didn't even need any teeth extracted. No needless procedures or racking up unnecessary costs. I wish I lived here permanently, I would love to have them as our vets for life. 100% hands down the best experience ever.
posted: 09/09/2023
I really like this vet! They were very kind and helpful for me and my cat. Getting an appointment was quick and easy and the pricing was fair.
posted: 08/10/2023
Mercer Street Vet was amazing! First, they got us in right away...Working with our previous out of state vet, for records. We arrived to appointment greeted enthusiastically! The staff was fantastic! Friendly, personable and just lovely! We saw Dr. Dawson, who was prompt, understanding and simply listened to our concerns. We're thrilled to be included into the Mercer Street Vet family!
posted: 11/03/2022
This is my first time visiting the Mercer Street Veterinary Hospital, and it is so far the best experience I've ever had with any vet. The entire process was streamlined, and it was a breeze to finish the wellness check and vaccinations. I highly recommend this place if you are in the area looking for high quality care for your fur friend. Would 100% come back again.
posted: 07/06/2023
I had such a wonderful experience at Mercer street vet hospital. My poor kitty Draco was acting sickly the night before and I hadn’t had an established vet since I just moved to the Seattle area. In a panic, I called a bunch of vets and all were not accepting new clients. I called Mercer Street Vet and the receptionist was so so kind and found a way to get me into the schedule under urgent care to get little Draco seen. At the visit, they did a full examination of Draco and walked me though their findings and gave me a plan to continue on with treatments for him to get better. I’m also very pleasantly surprised with the pricing here and the quality of care. We want out animals to be treated with the utmost care and I absolutely saw that at this vet hospital. This will be my permanent vet for as long as I live in Seattle. The staff are kind, sweet, and very very informative. Dr. Ashley Pacheco and her team are amazing with their care of animals. I am thoroughly impressed.
posted: 05/03/2023
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