Bluegrass Animal Hospital
4.5 (61) 210 Morris Dr, Harrodsburg, KY 40330, USAHours:
How to Save Money at Bluegrass 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 | 11,713 |
| 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
My dog needed meds turns out he needed his check up as well. They worked me in today and my pup was all good. He got his shots bravecto and he is in great shape. Dr Ellis and his staff are very caring . They take excellent care of my babies. God Bless them.
posted: 08/12/2023
NEVER TAKE YOUR PET HERE IF YOU CARE ABOUT IT!!! I have been meaning to write this review for many years but haven't had the time until today. I wish I had done it long ago and maybe could have saved people the trouble of such poor care for their pets. Many years when living in Harrodsburg, I took my Cat, Henry, who died from a heart problem while in Ellis' care to this place. I called and paid for emergency care on a Sunday because my beloved Henry was in such terrible distress. I expected Henry to receive some kind of care when I took him to Ellis but he did nothing but put Henry into a cage where he stayed all alone, by himself and died, overnight. Thanks a lot!!! I still remember Henry and the terrible way he died all alone and with nobody to care for him in a cage at this dump. Then, It cost me hundreds of dollars to learn what killed poor little Henry. There are many vets. Go somewhere else!!!
posted: 05/22/2023
vet assistant VERY rude. the vet himself is absolutely wonderful!! i had lost a pup last month due to parvo and my oldest dog of 5 years passed away from cancer in january and she told me i shouldn’t have gotten another dog cause i lost 2 to parvo when i obviously did not. maybe time to hire a vet assistant mr ellis
posted: 03/04/2023
Fixed our dog's problem in one visit. Vet has great bedside manner as well. Highly recommended.
posted: 07/26/2023
Always greet with a smile. They take great care of all my pets and they all seem to like the vets.
posted: 01/28/2023