AVS Animal Hospital
4.4 (123) 4634 Presidential Pkwy Suite Q, Macon, GA 31206, USAHours:
Monday: 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM, 2:00 – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM, 2:00 – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM, 2:00 – 5:00 PM
Thursday: Closed
Friday: 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM, 2:00 – 5:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at AVS 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
My cat, Sashimi, was spayed here, but my only complaint is how can you perform spays, but not give nor have where we can buy cones? Not a lot of people know that it can lead to infection without. I just think it would good to stock up on some. I had to wrap her in self adhesive bandages because I was unable to locate a cone that she couldn't escape. Until my original vet, Hudspeth, checked up on her and they gave me one for $11 because they understood.
posted: 02/23/2023
I took my fur baby in and he was very sick. Although the staff was very nice, I feel like they took me for my money. They sent my dog home with all kinds of meds after telling me he was very very sick. I even asked them if it would be better to have him put to sleep and they told me no. They said to give him a “fighting” chance. My dog died not even four hours later and that was the most terrible thing I have ever had to witness. I feel like because it was cheaper to put him to sleep they were trying to get more money out of me. This was the worst experience I have ever had with a vet.
posted: 07/24/2023
Not only is Doctor Amsterdam absolutely wonderful so are his staff. They are so personable and genuinely care and take the time with your pet. They make sure to explain everything before I leave and answer any questions I could possibly think of. Amazing people I trust them with all of my animals
posted: 02/24/2023
Everyone here is amazing! They take such good care of my dogs and make sure that we understand everything being done to them. Even when I've had to bring my dogs in for an emergency the staff was amazing!
posted: 05/18/2023
Dr A and his staff are Fantastic!! They are now the "family" vet! The whole staff really cares about animals! They take care of my cats,my daughters animals and soon more extended families animals. Excellent care!
posted: 03/07/2023
Veterinarians in Macon, Georgia
AVS Animal Hospital
4634 Presidential Pkwy Suite Q, Macon, GA 31206, USA(478) 475-9690
Brantley and Jordan Animal Hospital
5698 Thomaston Rd, Macon, GA 31220, USA(478) 757-1600
Don Giles DVM
510 Pio Nono Ave, Macon, GA 31204, USA(478) 742-8766
Eddie Hudspeth DVM
510 Pio Nono Ave, Macon, GA 31204, USA(478) 742-8766
Forsyth Road Animal Clinic
4941 Forsyth Rd, Macon, GA 31210, USA(478) 474-4829
Greenwood Farm Veterinary Clinic
5996 Forsyth Rd, Macon, GA 31210, USA(478) 474-9078
Griffin's Animal Hospital
4515 Pio Nono Ave, Macon, GA 31206, USA(478) 788-6334
Hudspeth Animal Hospital
510 Pio Nono Ave, Macon, GA 31204, USA(478) 742-8766