Hayes Veterinary Hospital
4.7 (198) 1625 N Pine St, DeRidder, LA 70634, USAHours:
Monday: 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at Hayes Veterinary 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 | 11,756 |
| 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
Very friendly and professional staff. I've never had problems even with last minute appointments. They're always very patient and thorough with their explanations, 😊 and were incredibly helpful for me and my kittens.
posted: 06/16/2023
Our rescue recently saved a bonded pair of Lab mixes and needed to get them into see a vet ASAP, since they were emaciated and had no known prior medical history. Hayes Veterinary Hospital was able to see these dogs the same week, were great with communication and vetted them in a very friendly, professional, accommodating manner...5 stars all the way for this clinic!!!
posted: 05/30/2023
This is the only place I will ever take my babies. We had a terrifying scare these last few days. Our Bunz Kitty caught a really bad upper respiratory infection. We stayed hopeful he would pull through as it seemed like he was taking his last breaths. We were the first patients in the door Monday morning and they took Bunz in right away. Dr.Turner and Bunz’ Vet Tech Allison were so informative and caring the entire time. Bunz stayed overnight with them and when I came to pick our boy up today, he was his same old self again!!!! I’m writing this with happy tears in my eyes. Bunz is so precious to us, and they brought him back to us!!!🫶🫶🫶 Thank goodness for Dr. Turner and Allison, Thank you Hayes Veterinary Clinic!!!!!
posted: 06/27/2023
I couldn't be there for my baby's appointment because I was at my own Dr's appointment so my husband took her. They treated my new puppy like their own and she received all the shots she needed. She showed no signs of discomfort there or later at home. I will be continuing to use Hayes Veterinary for all my pets! Thank you guys!
posted: 05/31/2023
Very professional and friendly staff. They really took great care of my dog Amara. Every question I had about my concerns we answered in one vet visit. Their Knowledge really shows how dedicated they are to veterinary medicine. From the front desk to the vet tech to the veterinarian was perfection.
posted: 11/11/2022