Waggin Wheel Veterinary Clinic
4.6 (281) 3647 N State Hwy 7, Hot Springs Village, AR 71909, 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 Waggin Wheel Veterinary 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 | 11,723 |
| 4.9 | Embrace | 16,841 |
| 4.9 | Fetch | 13,945 |
| 4.2 | Figo | 2,599 |
| 4.7 | Hartville | 165 |
| 4.9 | Healthy Paws | 9,991 |
| 4.9 | Lemonade | 805 |
| 4.6 | ManyPets | 2,338 |
| 4.0 | MetLife | 636 |
| 4.8 | Nationwide | 21,405 |
| 4.3 | Pet Assure | 12 |
| 4.5 | PetPartners | 112 |
| 4.3 | Pets Best | 12,146 |
| 4.6 | Pumpkin | 1,425 |
| 4.6 | Spot | 6,873 |
| 4.9 | Trupanion | 70,209 |
| 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
We were in town from Atlanta to visit family. Our fur baby (Gracie) was with us, and she wasn't acting like herself after a lot of swimming. They got us in ASAP and got her checked out and taken care of. Thanks again!! She feels much better now. She says thank you as well.
posted: 03/08/2023
Dr. Jill is very good with my cats. She has gone above and beyond trying to find a treatment for a very sick kitty. The only reason I gave four stars is because they have a hard time getting back to me when I ask questions. They say they will call and often don't. However, I will still continue to use them as they take good care of my cats.
posted: 07/13/2023
Danny Vaughn, We have been going to wagging wheel for years. My dog got hurt Friday and Monday they would not take her. They said wait until tomorrow. They said bring her in. We did and they said she will have to wait. She was on a waiting list and she was number 7! Other dogs that was not sick got to go first. This would not have taken 15 minutes. Very rude. I got her papers and Look out going somewhere else.! I'm not that stupid!
posted: 07/25/2023
Dr. Rebecca Bilby was awesome yesterday! - She and the entire staff took excellent care of our new sick puppy and had him feeling better in no time. They were quick, efficient, kind, loving and are very reasonably priced. Our family highly recommends them for all of your veterinary needs.
posted: 12/29/2022
I have been going to this dog clinic for 20 Years at Waggin Wheel Vet on Hwy 7 with all my pets. Today I was eight minutes late and they were not busy and the girl at the counter was kirt and rude and had to get permission to see her. My own Doctor doesn’t do this. And I then to see my dog he commanded that I apologize to his rude employees as a tech lied about my actions to the owner and then said being an employee she taking care of her coworkers. I have owned two restaurants in the village and this place has gotten to big for their britches. Pride has a very hard fall. Let me add to this. I called last week after a text trying to make this appointment and no confirmation. This has happened twice. I called and left messages and my phone number to set the appointment. Never have I gotten a phone call back. So I finally got a hold of someone last week and she said I was late for her shots and I replied, I called and left messages and you never ever call me back. And she said well you should have made the follow up appointment before you left the first visit. As she stumbled for her words. What?! I thought that was their job. Owners you need to to put a camera up and record your front staff and your employees should never be correcting and protecting their coworkers, because they are not in management. I love Mrs Billby and I will miss her. She is amazing, but she wasn’t there today her husband was. Wow! I’m really can’t believe what is happening to customer service?
posted: 05/19/2023
Veterinarians in Hot Springs Village, Arkansas
South Arkansas Emergency Veterinary Service
4147 N State Hwy 7, Hot Springs Village, AR 71909, USA(501) 625-3418
Spaw City Animal Hospital
D 4013 North, AR-7, Hot Springs Village, AR 71909, USA(501) 204-5020
Waggin Wheel Veterinary Clinic
3647 N State Hwy 7, Hot Springs Village, AR 71909, USA(501) 622-3160