Barber Christine DVM
4.5 (20) 322 N Metro Dr, Appleton, WI 54913, USAHours:
Monday: 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Tuesday: 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Wednesday: 7:30 AM – 6:30 PM
Thursday: 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at Barber Christine 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?
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 | 11,713 |
| 4.9 | Embrace | 16,627 |
| 4.9 | Fetch | 10,616 |
| 4.2 | Figo | 2,598 |
| 4.7 | Hartville | 164 |
| 4.9 | Healthy Paws | 9,975 |
| 4.9 | Lemonade | 805 |
| 4.6 | ManyPets | 2,332 |
| 4.0 | MetLife | 625 |
| 4.8 | Nationwide | 21,404 |
| 4.3 | Pet Assure | 12 |
| 4.5 | PetPartners | 112 |
| 4.3 | Pets Best | 12,053 |
| 4.6 | Pumpkin | 1,425 |
| 4.6 | Spot | 6,829 |
| 4.9 | Trupanion | 67,550 |
| 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 highly recommend Animal Medical Center. The doctors and the staff at Animal Medical Center are friendly, professional, easy to talk to, and caring. They possess a great deal of personal and professional experience with animals. We adopted our little Maltese poodle mix, Sammy, from a local shelter, and have brought him to the professionals at Animal Medical Center ever since. When we first adopted him, he was very shy. The staff knew how to handle him and he loves them. This August 2015, it will be 7 years. Anytime I call with a question, the staff listen carefully and answer all my questions. They really care about us and our animals. We are seen for appointments on-time, and the staff and doctors answer all of our questions and are very gentle with our Sammy. We have had routine annual check ups, vaccinations, teeth cleaning all done at Animal Medical Center, with excellent results. We trust the staff and doctors, and we are very comfortable bringing our special little furry guy to them for health care.
posted: 06/09/2015
The staff treat us and our fur babies like their extended family. They are so patient and compassionate when we have difficult decisions to make for the care of our fur babies.
posted: 02/20/2020
I feel very fortunate to have such great Vets for my two pets. I can't say enough wonderful things about the Animal Medical Center. My dog and cat get excellent care and treatment. I have every confidence in both Vets. The staff is very friendly and helpful. And the office is very clean. Its very comforting knowing my pets are under their care.
posted: 02/03/2015
I’ve been bringing my pet cockatiel Jazz to the Animal Medical Center of Appleton for a number of years now. I have always found Dr. Jen and the rest of the staff to be knowledgeable and engaged in addressing my pet’s issues, whatever they may be. Some of my pet’s issues have been quite serious and I’ve always been grateful to how involved and friendly the service is, knowing that my little bird is getting the best treatment options while receive friendly, clear understanding of any issues or treatments. Above all, it’s the friendly confident feeling I always get from the Dr. and staff!
posted: 12/09/2015
The doctors and staff at Animal Medical Center are the best around! They are so compassionate and intelligent when it comes to the care of our multi-species household and the many dogs we've adopted from a variety of circumstances. They are a natural extension of our animal care family!!!
posted: 02/09/2015
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