South Fork Veterinary Clinic
5 (19) 138 Ponderosa Dr, South Fork, CO 81154, USAHours:
Monday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at South Fork 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 | 11,713 |
| 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
Dr. Jodi Duff and staff are professional, caring and personable. My fur baby Bella had a seizure while visiting my family in South Fork. Prompt service, testing and clearly informative knowledge calmed me down! Was worried about being in a remote area about vet services. No need! Dr. Duff has ‘mountain’ of knowledge and has such a great personal demeanor. Sincerely, Thank you!
posted: 08/18/2023
Dr. Jodee Duff and her staff at South Fork Vet are amazing! The Clinic is a modern facility, super clean and rooms are spacious. They have their own X-ray machine and ultrasound. Dr. Jodee and staff are wonderful and friendly. I am in from Texas for the whole summer with my 2 senior English Bulldogs. I was so thankful she was just minutes away and worked us in on a Friday before they closed! Dr. Jodee spent nearly an hour with 1 of my dogs on our 1st visit and 1.5 hrs on the next with bith dogs. I cannot recommend South Fork Vet, enough!!
posted: 07/07/2023
Dr Jodi and her staff are amazing! Always super professional and sweet with my dog, Jetta. She's a timid girl and they do their best to calm her while working with her. So happy to have a clinic in South Fork!
posted: 07/09/2023
We love this place! We travel a lot and our dogs go to daycare regularly. We often find ourselves out of town when vaccines are due. We have seen a lot of vets and Dr. Jody is the best yet! She has modern equipment and takes the time to discuss everything. I never feel like they are trying to sell me care. She’s thorough and reasonable. I’m so glad we found her! Thanks to the whole staff for taking such great care of my sweet boys!
posted: 03/10/2023
Thanks for getting Bella (one-eyed old boxer girl) in while we were up there on vacation. Her regular vet agreed with all you said and we have a treatment plan and she is doing great. Also, a huge thank you to your staff and all everyone did for working us in!!!
posted: 07/25/2023