Unfortunately, not all veterinary clinics offer the same level of care. Choosing health care for your furry friend that compares with the care you would want for yourself requires some investigation. Contacting a veterinary clinic regarding their price for a spay, neuter, laser, or dentistry procedure is simply not enough!
Prices alone may not indicate quality of care.
If the price that is quoted for a procedure seems to be low, it may not include everything you expect. And if the clinic you choose does not have the best interest of your pet in mind, the procedure may end up costing much more in the end.
Veterinary hospitals that provide a high standard of care welcome the opportunity to discuss fees and services. They want to be sure that you have a clear understanding of the treatment and all associated fees. A clinic that provides a high standard of care will be happy to share all this information and much more with you.
Ten Questions to Ask When Comparing Veterinary Prices
- What is actually included in the fee quoted for the procedure?
- Who will be performing the procedure?
- What is their level of training?
- What type of vital sign monitoring will be performed?
- Who will be performing the vital signs monitoring?
- Is an IV catheter included? (Yes, it is needed to ensure your pet’s safety.)
- Is a pain medication injection included, as needed?
- Is oral pain medication sent home with the patient, as needed?
- Is the patient discharge appointment with a veterinarian, a technician, or a receptionist? Will someone answer all your questions or just hand you instructions on a form?
- For a dental procedure, is the veterinarian showing and discussing several digital x-rays on the computer?
Get the Best Veterinary Care in Gilbert, Arizona
At Anasazi Animal Clinic, all patients are discharged by a doctor for every dental procedure, every surgical procedure, and every hospitalized treatment case. The patient discharge is that important to us because we know how important it is to you. We are proud of the quality care and customer service we provide, and we’ll always be glad to give you a tour of our clinic. Call us to schedule an appointment today!