Bristol Veterinary Service
4.3 (24) 26900 75th St, Salem, WI 53168, USAHours:
Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at Bristol Veterinary Service
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 | 11,624 |
| 4.9 | Embrace | 15,963 |
| 4.9 | Fetch | 2,736 |
| 4.2 | Figo | 2,588 |
| 4.7 | Hartville | 164 |
| 4.9 | Healthy Paws | 9,925 |
| 4.9 | Lemonade | 805 |
| 4.6 | ManyPets | 2,311 |
| 4.1 | MetLife | 601 |
| 4.8 | Nationwide | 21,402 |
| 4.3 | Pet Assure | 12 |
| 4.5 | PetPartners | 112 |
| 4.3 | Pets Best | 11,962 |
| 4.6 | Pumpkin | 1,390 |
| 4.6 | Spot | 6,561 |
| 4.9 | Trupanion | 60,433 |
| 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
We recently had an emergency situation with a foal (eye ulcer). Our vet couldn’t help- but Bristol vet saved the day. Staff were amazing with communication, and the vet was fantastic. She was able to quickly and confidently figure out what was going on. We were given realistic outcomes/expectations, and a thorough course of action to follow (as well as options based on budget, and of course the animals comfort). The situation sucks, but they made it suck a lot less. We will absolutely be switching our animals to this clinic!
posted: 07/27/2023
We are incredibly grateful for the amazing team at Bristol Vet service. We went for a walk at Bong Recreation area and when we were loading our dogs back in the car, we realized one of them had a fish hook stuck IN HER EYE. In a total panic we looked up local vets, found Bristol, called them and they told us to come right in. They were able to swiftly sedate our girl and get the hook out right away without causing further damage. Unfortunately, they have a lot of experience with this and are working with the WI state parks to try and reduce this happening in the future, which we really appreciate. While we live too far away for them to be our regular vet, we will always be very grateful for their swift, professional, fast and friendly assitance at a time of great need. I was of course a mess bringing her in and they were so good at working with both our dog and me in a panicked state. Highly recommend them!!
posted: 01/20/2023
I would recommend Bristol Veterinary Service to everyone who has a pet. Everyone there is so thoughtful and kind. My dog, Lucy wasn't even afraid to go there. Which made it easier for me. When I had to have Lucy put down, they sent me the most beautiful sympathy card. Everyone signed it and each comment was so touching I cried the whole time I read it. They are definitely not in it for the money. They truly love all animals ❤
posted: 11/10/2022
We had our first visit today and it was a great experience! All the people are friendly, knowledgeable and they are so caring with the pets. Great experience’
posted: 08/02/2023
We have been working with Bristol Vets large animal practice for many years since my daughters had been showing pigs in 4H and they have always been great whenever we needed anything, even in emergencies. We also used their small animal practice when our boxer was having serious issues with her hips. Dr Curran and her staff were very compassionate in giving us the various options for treatment and when we finally decided to let her have the dignified end she deserved, they made that as easy as it could possibly be. We can’t say enough about how wonderfully our dog (and her humans) were treated. ❤️
posted: 03/24/2022