Green Springs Animal Clinic
4.5 (120) 434 Carr Ave, Homewood, AL 35209, USAHours:
Monday: 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: 8:00 – 11:00 AM
Sunday: 3:00 – 5:00 PM
How to Save Money at Green Springs Animal Clinic
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 | 11,843 |
| 4.9 | Embrace | 18,064 |
| 4.9 | Fetch | 26,128 |
| 4.2 | Figo | 2,613 |
| 4.6 | Hartville | 168 |
| 4.9 | Healthy Paws | 10,132 |
| 4.9 | Lemonade | 808 |
| 4.6 | ManyPets | 2,372 |
| 3.9 | MetLife | 718 |
| 4.8 | Nationwide | 21,409 |
| 4.0 | Pet Assure | 13 |
| 4.5 | PetPartners | 115 |
| 4.3 | Pets Best | 12,725 |
| 4.6 | Pumpkin | 1,621 |
| 4.6 | Spot | 7,675 |
| 4.9 | Trupanion | 60,750 |
| 4.8 | Prudent Pet | 1,707 |
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
We just had our puppy checkup for our baby Standard Poodle, Swan!!! Incredibly friendly and knowledgeable vet & staff, very quiet and super clean atmosphere, educational, sweet, loving, understanding, we had a phenomenal first vet visit and I’m so excited to go back for Swan’s next appointment! I was THRILLED to find out that our vet also owns a Standard Poodle! Thank you guys! All the puppy love & tail wags from our happy puppy family to the vet, staff, and LuLu!!
posted: 02/13/2023
Hands down the best Veterinary care in Birmingham. The doctors are all very knowledgeable and kind. Support staff is attentive and prompt, helpful in every way. In-house pharmacy and on-site surgery, so no need to make multiple appointments with other clinics. Grooming is amazing, as well! Lulu loves going to see Miss Kayla!
posted: 02/16/2022
We have had four different vets because we've lived in four different states; and, by far the vets at Green Springs Animal Clinic our absolute favorite! Dr. Tucker, Dr. Rutter and Dr. Allison are the best! We have a new puppy and feel like we've gotten the best of care medically and behaviorally for him to give him all the tools to be the best dog he can be thanks to their expertise! These doctors were also so amazing with our previous pets (a dog and cat both 15 years old) that we put down summer 2020. Aging pets can be very hard and they were so caring and helpful in the final years and at the end. I would be remiss if I didn't also talk about the rest of the staff. From the front desk to the vet techs, we feel like we're a part of the family every single time we enter the doors. They are the most welcoming, friendly and caring group of people. GSAC really knows how to put a team together that you feel so comfortable with. Obviously, I cannot say enough good things about this place; we love it and everyone there! PS- We also board here and it's phenomenal as well.
posted: 12/07/2021
They said my dog had an enlarged heart and a blockage. Completely lied to my wife. Took advantage of her because she was stressed out and we were traveling and needed help. Definitely not a good look. Would not recommend if you're not a local. Unfortunately no emergency vets in the area.
posted: 11/12/2023
Green Springs Animal Clinic is family. Not only are they amazing vets at GREAT rates, your pets are their pets. All of my pets growing up and as an adult have gone here, and my family got to know them all so well over the years. One of my dogs, Kordell, was born at the vet when I was about 4. When he finally passed away - at a ripe old age, thanks to these amazing vets! - when I was in college, I remember vet techs and vets coming in on their day off to say bye to him before he had to be put down. Don't think about going anywhere else, go here. Best vets and people in town.
posted: 07/03/2023
Veterinarians in Homewood, Alabama
Green Springs Animal Clinic
434 Carr Ave, Homewood, AL 35209, USA(205) 942-5144
Homewood Animal Hospital
501 Scott St, Homewood, AL 35209, USA(205) 943-0008
Southern Veterinary Partners
2204 Lakeshore Dr #325, Homewood, AL 35209, USA(205) 453-4760
Standifer's Animal Clinic
2810 19th Pl S, Homewood, AL 35209, USA(205) 871-8186
VCA Becker Animal Hospital
1901 27th Ave S, Homewood, AL 35209, USA(205) 871-2371
Vulcan Park Animal Care
1779 Valley Ave, Homewood, AL 35209, USA(205) 870-4500