Why Choosing a Family-Owned Mobile Vet Keeps Your Pet's Care Affordable

By: Karalyn McGee, Office Manager

September 21, 2025

Ever wonder why some veterinary clinics seem to have sky-high prices? The secret often lies in who owns the business. While corporate vet clinics might seem like a convenient choice, opting for a family-owned business like ours can actually help you save money on portions of your pet's healthcare without sacrificing quality.

Here are a few reasons why choosing a family-owned mobile vet keeps prices down:

1. Leaner Operations, Lower Overhead: Corporate veterinary clinics often have a massive operational structure. Think CEOs with private jets, corporate marketing departments, and layers of administrative staff. All of these roles come with a cost, and those costs are often passed directly on to you, the customer. As a family-owned mobile service, our overhead is significantly lower. We don't have a large physical clinic to maintain or a corporate hierarchy to support. This efficiency allows us to keep our prices competitive.

2. No Pressure to Upsell: At a family-owned practice, our primary focus is on your pet's health, not on meeting sales quotas. We aren't pressured by a corporate office to push unnecessary tests, expensive medications, or extra services. We recommend only what your pet truly needs, allowing you to make informed decisions without feeling pressured into a costly and unneeded treatment plan.

3. Community-Focused Pricing: As a family-owned business, we are part of your community. Our goal is to serve our neighbors and build long-lasting relationships. We understand the financial challenges many families face, and we strive to make quality veterinary care accessible. Our pricing is designed to be fair and transparent, reflecting our commitment to the well-being of the pets in our community.

4. Personalized Care, No Hidden Fees: With a corporate clinic, you might encounter a menu of services and fees that feel impersonal and confusing. With our mobile service, you get personalized care tailored to your pet's specific needs. We are transparent about our costs, and you can feel confident that there are no hidden fees or surprise charges.

   
   

Choosing a family-owned mobile vet service isn't just about convenience; it's about making a smart financial decision for your pet's health. We offer the same high-quality care as a traditional clinic, but with the added benefits of transparency and a personal touch. When you support a family-owned business, you're not just getting a service; you're becoming part of our family. Whether you need general veterinary services or at-home euthanasia, consider scheduling an appointment with McGee Veterinary Service.

McGee Veterinary Service currently provides in-home veterinary care and at-home euthanasia to Phoenix, Scottsdale, Paradise Valley, Cave Creek, Carefree, New River, Anthem, Peoria, Glendale, Litchfield Park, Surprise, Sun City, and Sun City West.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Karalyn McGee is the Office Manager at McGee Veterinary Service. With a bachelor’s degree in biology, she brings a strong scientific foundation to the administrative side of the clinic. When she isn't wrangling the clinic's logistics, Karalyn is usually found with her nose in a good book, enjoying camping trips, or chasing after a toddler.