Orr Animal Hospital Inc

4.9 (834)
1902 Old Atlanta Rd, Cumming, GA 30041, USA

Hours:

Monday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM

Tuesday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM

Wednesday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM

Thursday: Closed

Friday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM

Saturday: 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM

Sunday: Closed

How to Save Money at Orr Animal Hospital Inc

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 11,713
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.

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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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John K.

Mom adopted Katie from a no kill animal shelter about 16 years ago and they've taken care of each other ever since. All Katie seemed to need was a little love, shelter, food, and exercise. Mom has loved that dog like her own child, often taking better care of her than she has herself over the years. What Katie has given back to my mom still somehow manages to exceed everything that she's ever done for her... there have been many days, I'm sure, that Katie has been the only reason mom even got out of bed and I'm sure that just being there has saved her life on more than one occasion. Don't get me wrong, that damn dog has put her through it as well! There have been countless times, being the free spirit that she's always been, that Katie has run off chasing something down the trail and left mom frantically searching for her for hours, sometimes days. Mom actually had laminated signs made at one point so she could reuse them and put them up quickly whenever Katie got a "wild hair up her butt"! I guess I could go on for days about their relationship but I've just remembered that I'm writing a review for Orr... it's about the care that they provide. Katie was about 3 or 4 when mom got her so she's pushing 20 now, several years past her life expectancy. For this I give equal credit to mom and the folks at Orr. To Orr for providing excellent advice, and mom for following it to the letter. Unfortunately, Katie's days of running the trail began to fade a few years ago and soon mom will be facing one of the darkest days of her life. Tomorrow she'll take the 6 hour drive up from south Georgia where she'll spend one more day with Katie before she says goodbye to her for the last time on Friday at Orr Animal Hospital - the people she's trusted with her care for so long. I want to thank everyone at Orr for being there for them for all these years and being there for mom on Friday as I know you will. I also want to thank you in advance for the care that you'll continue to provide for baby Kate in the years to come. You are more than just great doctors, you are great people and they're blessed to have you.

posted: 09/27/2023

Thomas Camp

Wallace was an old man. They made sure he went real easy. Very comforting staff and made it nice to see him at rest

posted: 09/25/2023

Lisa Coppenger

We just had to put our sweet dog, Jerry, down so I took him to Dr.Orr's office. The wait was a little long because so many use them so we got to spend great time outside on their grassy hill enjoying the time together. When the time came I could not have felt more at peace with the whole process from the nurses to the doctor. They were absolutely wonderful. Thanks to all who helped us that day. Your sympathy was felt deeply! Lisa

posted: 09/13/2023

Rin Smithson

Being the son of a retired veterinarian, this is one of the best places I have ever taken my pets too. Yes, you may have to wait to be seen, but the service from the staff and doctor is only 2nd to my dad. I can't say anything negative.......they simply care not just for your pet but you as well. It's a great feeling when service is given with a smile and warmth. Customer Service is just one of many reasons the wait is worth it.......Bear and Termie love Orr Animal Hospital

posted: 09/25/2023

peter darnell

Dr. Orr,Chris, and the entire staff are a great asset to our community. They are patient with our dogs. (My Labs are very uncooperative at times .)Even with their extremely hectic schedule they take time to care and are impeccable at theirs jobs. Could not ask for a better Veterinarian clinic or staff! I'm so happy they are there when we need them.

posted: 05/03/2023