You can lose the personalized attention of a single or two doctor practice in large practices. But don't assume that just because a practice or hospital has only one or two doctors, its equipment or medicine is second rate. Within the walls of every veterinary hospital are thousands of dollars invested in the same supplies and equipment found in human hospitals. If a hospital chooses not to purchase and maintain its own ultrasound unit, for example, there are mobile vets with the equipment who travel into hospitals to provide this service. Cost Versus Value for Services Cost for services is one of the most important considerations people must face when deciding on which veterinary hospital to use.
Clients shopping for prices for examinations and vaccinations call daily.
When calling, make sure that the receptionist or technician gives you a breakdown of what the fees represent. Dollar price quotes rarely gives enough information about the care and consideration that goes into services provided. Fees for services are set based on the expenses necessary to operate a veterinary hospital. All these fees must be met by fees collected. The qualifications of the doctors play a much lesser role - at least in the beginning.