Why do fees vary so much between animal clinics and hospitals around here?
Some people need or desire to base their purchasing decisions solely on price. The important thing to remember when shopping for a veterinary hospital is to understand what value you and your pet are receiving for the fees you pay. Just as in other industries or professions, the veterinary community has a wide range of members. Pet owners will find everything from low cost, high volume clinics to full-service, state-of-the-art hospitals on-call 24/7, and staffed by experienced and educated people. Anyone can realize that fees are based on the costs involved in running a business, any business, and therefore you should expect to pay more for service at a higher quality hospital than a “discount” clinic. Be honest with yourself at the level of care you desire and can afford for your pet. Some people spend a great deal on their pet’s health and expect a high level of care, service, and convenience in return. Others either do not believe in a high level of care for pets or simply do not wi
