Arab Veterinary Hospital
4.5 (169) 1536 N Brindlee Mountain Pkwy, Arab, AL 35016, USAHours:
Monday: 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at Arab Veterinary Hospital
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 | 11,713 |
| 4.9 | Embrace | 16,627 |
| 4.9 | Fetch | 10,616 |
| 4.2 | Figo | 2,598 |
| 4.7 | Hartville | 164 |
| 4.9 | Healthy Paws | 9,975 |
| 4.9 | Lemonade | 805 |
| 4.6 | ManyPets | 2,332 |
| 4.0 | MetLife | 625 |
| 4.8 | Nationwide | 21,404 |
| 4.3 | Pet Assure | 12 |
| 4.5 | PetPartners | 112 |
| 4.3 | Pets Best | 12,053 |
| 4.6 | Pumpkin | 1,425 |
| 4.6 | Spot | 6,829 |
| 4.9 | Trupanion | 67,550 |
| 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
The whole staff are awesome! The doctor and his whole staff are just so friendly! I've used them twice now for multiple feral cats. God's Feral Felines sent me to them for feral feline program and I'm absolutely pleased!
posted: 10/26/2023
Dr Brown and his staff are the best. We’ve used them the entire time they’ve lived here and they’re always great but recently he saved our dog’s life after she ate a chew rope. We didn’t know this happened but noticed her not eating. By the time we realized there was an issue half the rope was in her stomach and the other half was in her intestines. Dr Brown did surgery and removed the rope and saved her life. After a week in their care she’s almost fully healed. Thank you! Also Dr Brown is very involved with kids interested in being a vet. He allowed our son to observe a surgery and he helps the kids from the local schools who are enrolled in veterinary classes. Thanks for all you do!
posted: 07/09/2023
I took my cat for a UTI. These people made me fill out a form asking for the same basic information that a HUMAN Dr office asks for with the exception of an insurance provider and my blood type. That was the first flag. WHY do you need all that if payment is made BEFORE you can leave??? Second flag was waiting for 30 minutes in the exam room and then being told it was going to be close to closing before my cat would be seen and then I was told the exam fee is $45.00, which isn't too bad, but then the fees for urine collection... what? Urine collection??? HE CAN'T PEE on demand and when he does pee, it's little pee balls, not even a teaspoon full... I can understand a urine collection if the exam revealed a full bladder and the animal was seriously lethargic. Then I was told I needed an appointment. I could leave my boy overnight and pick him up on Monday. Ummm NO! He's still eating and attempting to urinate. He's just not feeling good, because of the UTI. I picked up his carriage box and No thanked it and have a good day, right on out of there. AND I BETTER NOT GET A BILL, BECAUSE NO ONE EVER LAID EYES ON MY CAT! I took him to the Vet he has seen before. Find that review on Catoma Vet profile.
posted: 07/29/2023
The staff have been exceptional when it comes to boarding my fur baby. Even got updates and pictures during the weekend while on my vacation. Very much helped settle my anxiety leaving him alone.
posted: 04/06/2022
I endee up with a cat whose previous owners didn't get him any medical. I took him to get fixed and Dr Brown was AMAZING!! The entire staff is wonderful! I have rescued several animals and from now on this is our vet. They are just truly caring people!! Thank you Dr Brown and please never ever show me pictures of worms again 😂!! Excellent care and a truly wonderful staff!!! 20 stars!
posted: 02/08/2023