Orchards Veterinary Clinic: Snowden A Neilan DVM

4.3 (14)

6307 NE 117th Ave F, Vancouver, WA 98662, USA

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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: 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Sunday: Closed

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How to Save Money at Orchards Veterinary Clinic: Snowden A Neilan DVM

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

Shirley Morgan

Today was the final straw. I've been a client at Orchards vet for years and dealt with phones being busy for 30 or more minutes, being put on hold for more than 30 minutes, waiting up to an hour to see the vet (an hour after my actual appointment time), and waiting more than 30 minutes to get an invoice to check out and pay (pre Covid). All this because I like and trust Dr. Atwell. But today I'm done. I was a few minutes early for an 11 o'clock appointment and had to wait 28 minutes to get her in. The system currently used there is to go in and put your pet in an unoccupied room (pets name is written outside on the room's door) and go back to the car and wait for vet to call. I did so. Vet called and we talked. I was told my pet would be back in the same room waiting and I was to go get her right away. Paperwork was going to take a few minutes and I would be called as I waited in the car with my pet. I went in to get my pet...no pet in the room marked with her name (same room she went in at first). I waited a few minutes...no pet. I tried calling and got a recording telling me to call back. I called for approximately 10 minutes and got a recording each time (10-15 calls or so). While I was standing outside the door trying to get through on the phone, I could hear a pet frantically whining and barking in the adjoining room. Finally got through on the phone and I told them my pet wasn't in the room. I was told she was... She was NOT. A couple of minutes later a tech brought her into the correct room. My pet was frantic - panting with anxiety and fear. I complained and was offered a lame excuse about a door not locking or something. No apology. I told her I wouldn't return there again - even after using them for years. Still no apology.

posted: 11/11/2021