Fletcher Animal Clinic
4.5 (36) 833 NW Main St, Bunkie, LA 71322, USAHours:
Monday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at Fletcher Animal Clinic
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 | 11,756 |
| 4.9 | Embrace | 17,140 |
| 4.9 | Fetch | 18,308 |
| 4.2 | Figo | 2,602 |
| 4.7 | Hartville | 165 |
| 4.9 | Healthy Paws | 10,008 |
| 4.9 | Lemonade | 805 |
| 4.6 | ManyPets | 2,343 |
| 4.0 | MetLife | 652 |
| 4.8 | Nationwide | 21,407 |
| 4.3 | Pet Assure | 12 |
| 4.5 | PetPartners | 113 |
| 4.3 | Pets Best | 12,229 |
| 4.6 | Pumpkin | 1,473 |
| 4.6 | Spot | 7,024 |
| 4.9 | Trupanion | 73,550 |
| 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
I went in on 5/18 with my dog without appointment and not my vet they took him in immediately to observe him. They was very compassionate. I recommend the clinic very highly. Thanks Fletcher Animal Clinic. Needless to say I found my baby the best in Avoyelles parish
posted: 05/18/2023
Cotton was seen right away and given great care. Dr prescribed meds and carefully explained everything. Grateful
posted: 01/04/2018
We took our pitbull in for having more than regular urination patterns and breaking of house training abruptly. In our initial visit for an examination - there was not a thorough "exam" of his body done, simply some blood work and urine sample taken. At this time we were convinced he had a UTI so did not think much about it (although they though chances were slim, so they should have done a better more thorough exam). Luckily, all blood work came back normal showing no signs of any concerns at the time of this visit. The next treatment suggested was neuter - which we did. At the time of his procedure, we were told they could see infection and swelling of his prostate based on some bulging in his rear private area (should have been caught in the initial examination if done properly). All went well until this point - then after his neutering - the lack of care, concern, and follow up as well as "advice" was less than favorable. Not to mention, a mass found on his testicles was not sent off for any type of testing and has been stated by multiple other professionals now that they cannot believe it wasn't!!! With continued issues, and several calls in, we were told that "he is old, it's what happens". (He is 8.5, so no he isn't a pup, but he isn't geriatric either). okay, fine. we continued waiting for improvement for another 2 weeks while all the signs we tried discussing continued and WORSENED!! Finally, we consulted another vet who has found VERY alarming issues in his blood work! Our sweet boy now has a major infection as well as the possibility of a major respiratory infection that he could have ONLY gotten while in his care at this facility. He stays inside all day, does not go to neighbors, friends, family, nothing. Goes outside to potty and back into our home!! We do not have or allow other animals in our home either. the timeline for this infection plays out to his initial visit, so now we have taken our pet to be cared for and he is worse than in the beginning! The care was not insufficient, until after his procedure then it was "sorry go see a specialist". The lack of concern and brushing off they do for their pet patients is appalling!! I wouldn't ever suggest anyone go to this clinic if you actually need answers for your pets! I pray our sweet boy recovers from all this mess soon - but he has a long road ahead of him now! 🙏
posted: 02/22/2021
They've taken care of our baby from since she was a pup great service and friendly staff
posted: 10/07/2022
We've taken our babies to Dr. Fletcher for years. Always a great experience.
posted: 07/20/2022