Westside Animal Hospital
4.6 (40) 201 Douthit Ferry Rd, Cartersville, GA 30120, USAHours:
Monday: 7:30 AM – 12:00 PM, 1:00 – 5:30 PM
Tuesday: 7:30 AM – 12:00 PM, 1:00 – 5:30 PM
Wednesday: 7:30 AM – 12:00 PM, 1:00 – 5:30 PM
Thursday: 7:30 AM – 12:00 PM, 1:00 – 5:30 PM
Friday: 7:30 AM – 12:00 PM, 1:00 – 5:30 PM
Saturday: 7:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at Westside 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 | 11,714 |
| 4.9 | Embrace | 16,675 |
| 4.9 | Fetch | 11,124 |
| 4.2 | Figo | 2,598 |
| 4.7 | Hartville | 164 |
| 4.9 | Healthy Paws | 9,976 |
| 4.9 | Lemonade | 805 |
| 4.6 | ManyPets | 2,335 |
| 4.0 | MetLife | 626 |
| 4.8 | Nationwide | 21,404 |
| 4.3 | Pet Assure | 12 |
| 4.5 | PetPartners | 112 |
| 4.3 | Pets Best | 12,058 |
| 4.6 | Pumpkin | 1,425 |
| 4.6 | Spot | 6,848 |
| 4.9 | Trupanion | 67,964 |
| 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 Walker and staff have taken care of my pets for 15 years!! Dr Walker is simply the best in vet medicine!! Sarah and staff are so very kind and professional always!! I moved away from bartow county but travel far for my baby to be treated by the best!!
posted: 04/03/2023
Great customer service, regardless of how busy they are. Dr. Walker called me personally at the end of her long work day to update me on some test results for my kitten. Will continue to bring my fur babies here!
posted: 05/10/2023
We love Dr. Walker and her staff! You can tell they genuinely care about our babies.
posted: 07/09/2023
Dr. Walker is an absolutely wonderful person and veterinarian. And there’s no one kinder- she’s been so sweet to me and my family and pet over the years and is always a joy to be around. She’ll answer all your questions patiently and she truly cares about her patients and their humans. I’m so grateful to her. Thx Dr Walker! And I have to say something about Sarah, who always seems to be able to do everything at once so well, front and back office. She’s so smart and efficient and has a beautiful attitude. She’s just consistently wonderful.
posted: 02/20/2023
Dr walker and her staff tried to save my puppy named cole a 1 year old. Lab but he did not make it thank you so so so mich for the time you spent on him…….
posted: 06/10/2023
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