Oak Park Animal Hospital

4.2 (122)
3204 S Catalpa St, Pine Bluff, AR 71603, USA

Hours:

Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM

Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM

Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM

Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM

Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM

Saturday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Sunday: Closed

How to Save Money at Oak Park Animal 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:

Top Pet Insurance Providers of 2024
Rating Provider Total Review
4.4 AKC 891
4.5 ASPCA 11,757
4.9 Embrace 17,158
4.9 Fetch 18,571
4.2 Figo 2,602
4.7 Hartville 165
4.9 Healthy Paws 10,008
4.9 Lemonade 805
4.6 ManyPets 2,343
4.0 MetLife 652
4.8 Nationwide 21,407
4.3 Pet Assure 12
4.5 PetPartners 113
4.3 Pets Best 12,232
4.6 Pumpkin 1,473
4.6 Spot 7,033
4.9 Trupanion 73,743
4.8 Prudent Pet 125

Or, you can simply get a fast quote from multiple providers and go from there.

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Getting 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

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Lisa Haralson

I love Oak Park Animal Hospital! They are wonderful with my baby! Which happens to be a lab. They take excellent care of him! I have been taking my pets there for over 20+ years. They will help you through every life stage with your pet.

posted: 07/18/2023

J Thomasson

Was going to bring my dogs here, moved back to PB. Purchased pills for fleas, and going to make an appointment for future, plus scheduling one to be spayed. I asked would it be possible for me to go into another area because I didn’t feel safe because there was an unruly pit bull in lobby, lady said I couldn’t go elsewhere, this was the waiting area. Then when I paid for the medicine I was told that they had to pay 30k last year because of credit card use. Really didn’t think I should have been told that, it’s business information. If I didn’t feel comfortable here why should I bring both my dogs here. Back many years ago my parents used this place when it was on 28th. Things change everyday in life but customer service and being courteous should be of importance. I’m sure my bill will be for both my dogs would have been 3 to 4 hundred. New customer, new to the area, but I’ll go elsewhere. The other lady at the front desk never looked up and said hello or welcome we will be right with you. I’m going elsewhere. Being polite goes so far in today’s world. Hope you’re treated better.

posted: 06/19/2023

Lady Trucker

Took my furbabies for their annual checkups and vaccinations today. The entire staff is very professional, knowledgeable, and friendly. They love and care about your pets as much as you do. They provide excellent care! Highly recommend!

posted: 07/26/2023

Wayne Dockett

I would have given them five stars but I went in with my puppy that was in much pain and distress on a Saturday and because the puppy wasn't a current or a puppy that's been to that establishment before we were turned away and made to make an appointment for 5 days later in which I got to watch my puppy suffer for another 5 days but once in there the customer service and the professionalism was second to none

posted: 08/07/2023

Connie Carty

Wonderful experience! Although our dog had not been to OPAH before, I took her in with extensive injuries from a larger dog and the staff took excellent care of her.

posted: 06/29/2023