South Dixie Animal Hospital
4.5 (121) 6510 S Dixie Hwy, West Palm Beach, FL 33405, USAHours:
Monday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at South Dixie 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:
Rating | Provider | Total Review |
---|---|---|
4.4 | AKC | 891 |
4.5 | ASPCA | 11,840 |
4.9 | Embrace | 18,035 |
4.9 | Fetch | 26,111 |
4.2 | Figo | 2,613 |
4.6 | Hartville | 168 |
4.9 | Healthy Paws | 10,130 |
4.9 | Lemonade | 808 |
4.6 | ManyPets | 2,372 |
3.9 | MetLife | 716 |
4.8 | Nationwide | 21,409 |
4.0 | Pet Assure | 13 |
4.5 | PetPartners | 115 |
4.3 | Pets Best | 12,718 |
4.6 | Pumpkin | 1,619 |
4.6 | Spot | 7,647 |
4.9 | Trupanion | 60,735 |
4.8 | Prudent Pet | 1,703 |
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

I adopted my dog Demetrius there. They had taken very good care of him while here was with them. They gave me his meds, medical records and some food to get started. They were very thorough in checking me out so he went to a good home. And that we were a good match. Great place.
posted: 09/21/2022
I’ve brought my two dogs for years. The staff is friendky, courteous, and prompt. Dr. Cunningham is very knowledgeable, explains all the options when treatment, and overall takes great care of my dogs. And the vets that fill in for her from time to time don’t miss a beat.
posted: 04/29/2023
Dr. Cunningham and South Dixie Animal Hospital are the only place we trust to take care of our babies. We were blessed to find Dr. Cunningham over a decade ago after adopting a dog and being given her location for our free check up. We never thought that would start the incredible journey that we have been on since. My wife and I are prone to taking in dogs that are “medically needy“ and the only reason we feel comfortable doing so is because we know we have the skill and knowledge of Dr. Cunningham and SDAH to take care of them. A few years ago the company I worked for moved from Boynton Beach to the Orlando area and my biggest concern was being so far away from Dr. Cunningham. While we decided to make the move, my fears came true not long after we settled in when one of my dogs needed surgery locally. We took her to a beautiful place close to us but she passed away the following morning. I still believe that if I could have gotten her to Dr. Cunningham things would have gone differently. Since that day we have driven three hours each way for every sniffle. It’s not just Dr Cunningham either, the staff at SDAH is second to absolutely none. Most of the staff have been with Dr. Cunningham since the start of her career. They have been there through the good times and bad times with us, they don’t even mind all the silly questions over and over again from an overprotective dog dad. People say it’s who you know not what you know but I believe that it’s both. Dr. Cunningham is constantly investing in continuing education and because of that as well as her collegiate success, she has trained next to the top specialists in all fields. You don’t realize how important that is until you find a cancerous lump right next to your babies eye and you need a soft tissue surgeon to very precisely remove it, thankfully Dr. Cunningham had the number of one of the best in the business and we were in the next week. This is more than just a review, this is a testament to somebody that has devoted their life to being the greatest at something very important. If you are anywhere in the area, or even three hours away, I would highly, highly recommend South Dixie Animal Hospital, Dr. Cunningham and the entire incredible staff that will bend over backwards to make sure you and your babies are treated with love, care and respect!
posted: 12/09/2020
Amazing staff here! Came to spend some time with one of the rescue dogs from Shepherd Help and Rescue Effort. Everyone was happy to see us, and I can tell these are people who love the animals!
posted: 05/22/2023
Awesome experience! Dr. Cunningham is very caring and you can tell she genuinely cares about the animals. Alyssa is very knowledgeable and also is an awesome tech. Jessica & Liana at the front desk were extremely helpful! Keep up the great work !
posted: 03/29/2023
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