Winthrop Veterinary Clinic
4.3 (22) 523 State Rte 20, Winthrop, WA 98862, USAHours:
Monday: 8:30 AM – 1:00 PM, 1:30 – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:30 AM – 1:00 PM, 1:30 – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:30 AM – 1:00 PM, 1:30 – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 8:30 AM – 1:00 PM, 1:30 – 5:00 PM
Friday: 8:30 AM – 1:00 PM, 1:30 – 5:00 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at Winthrop Veterinary Clinic
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
Due to a cancellation by another patient, I was fortunate to get an appointment with Dr. Pastore after my dog became ill during a camping trip to Winthrop. Upon arriving at the clinic I was greeted warmly by Kerstin, and Rachael was very understanding and compassionate during the initial intake examination. When I spoke with Dr. Pastore I was immediately impressed with her knowledge and professionalism regarding my pet’s condition. Because I live in a different part of the state, Dr. Pastore is not my regular veterinarian, but based on the experience of my visit, I would not hesitate to recommend her and Winthrop Veterinary Clinic to anyone seeking compassionate and professional pet care.
posted: 07/27/2023
Dr. Pastore helped my dog during an emergency, off hours, and showed extreme kindness and compassion for both myself and my dog. I was blown away by how nice and helpful she was. Can’t recommend enough.
posted: 09/04/2022
My two dogs got into a fight, and the fight-picker bore the brunt of it. Her ear cartilage was torn, and with our regular Twisp vet out of town, I scrambled to find a back-up option. The other Winthrop clinic wouldn't see her, despite the apparent urgency of her situation, because they weren't taking new patients. Next on my list was Winthrop Veterinary Clinic, and Anna was as thoughtful, friendly, and empathetic as you could possibly hope for. She took a minute to confer with the attending vet, and came back to say that, while they also weren't accepting new patients and were in fact double-booked for the day, they never turned away pets with urgent needs. They fit us in toward the end of the day, and stayed until after 6 p.m. to get Zelda cleaned up and treated. Dr. Sherrie took so much care to explain Zelda's situation, and to walk through her meds and follow-up care with me. This was no small feat, as it was 0 degrees outside and covid protocol had us talking in the parking lot. Also, what dog mama doesn't want the care staff to love her baby? Zelda isn't, shall we say, conventionally beautiful and has an oddball personality, but both Rachael and Dr. Sherrie were over the moon about her, and kept telling me so. She went home clean, bandaged, medicated, and spoiled, and promises to heal up quickly. Thank you so much, Dr. Sherrie and crew!
posted: 12/30/2021
I am so thankful that Winthrop Veterinary Clinic cares for my dog! Dr. Sherrie, Dr. Gina, Tammy, and the rest of the team are incredibly kind, competent, and knowledgeable. It is apparent that they truly care about the animals they care for and the work they do. The entire staff is professional, friendly, and very skilled in veterinary medicine. And their prices are fair and reasonable. We are lucky to have this clinic in the valley!
posted: 10/06/2020
Although I've only visited this clinic once, for a brief visit, I immediately was happy with the staff and Dr.!! They genuinely seemed to care about my new rescue puppy, his health, and my satisfaction in the services they were providing. I could go to vets that are closer to where I live, but I would much rather go here. I will be bringing my "rescue baby", as well as my previously adopted girl back to meet their new Vet and vet family!! OH. and the rescue baby has a name now..."BEAR"!! (big smile)
posted: 11/01/2018