Powder Mill Animal Hospital

4.9 (177)
77 Powder Mill Rd, Acton, MA 01720, USA

Hours:

Monday: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM

Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Friday: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM

Saturday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Sunday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM

How to Save Money at Powder Mill 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:

Top Pet Insurance Providers of 2024
Rating Provider Total Review
4.4 AKC 890
4.7 ASPCA 11,646
4.9 Embrace 15,682
4.9 Fetch 2,669
4.4 Figo 2,646
4.7 Hartville 164
4.9 Healthy Paws 7,521
4.9 Lemonade 805
3.2 ManyPets 2,356
4.6 MetLife 577
4.8 Nationwide 21,398
4.3 Pet Assure 12
4.7 PetPartners 112
4.5 Pets Best 7,244
4.3 Pumpkin 1,340
4.7 Spot 6,404
4.9 Trupanion 60,501
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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Abigail Bernstein

When we moved from the city it was an adjustment. Our family veterinarian became as trusted as much as our own doctors. So, we were apprehensive to change veterinarian but the drive was just too far. Now, Honestly I would recommend Powder Mill over our old veterinarian of 18 years. The entire staff is amazing. They are attentive, compassionate and I always feel they empathized when things got tough with our older dog. They take care when helping. I've never felt more comfortable entrusting someone with the safety of our beloved animals. Thank you everyone!

posted: 08/29/2022

E Tsui

There are no words that can describe how much I appreciated everyone here at the powder mill animal hospital when I had to make the heart breaking decision to put my beloved 20 year old cat (Jessica) to sleep. She lived with kidney disease for the past few years, and she was struggling for a while. Although I missed my fur baby’s purr, sweetness, wonderful sense of humor, snuggles, and two decades of amazing memories, I realized that she was suffering tremendously. The doctor and staff here were so warm and kind, they offered to give us time with Jessica before, during and after to say goodbye. No one rushed us with our process, and we were offered a lot of love, positive affirmation and support. Although we are still mourning the loss of our fur baby, I wanted to take this time to show my respect and appreciation for all the wonderful staff members who helped us say goodbye to Jessica. An added bonus, we just received a lovely condolence card (handwritten card) from all the doctors and staff from Powder Mill animal Hospital. I appreciate this so much! I love personal touches like this! I started sobbing because this card also had my cat’s paws in there as a token of remembrance. Thank you all for being so wonderful! If we ever have another fur baby in the future, we will definitely make powder mill animal hospital our hospital. You all are the best!!!

posted: 10/02/2023

Chuck Lasker

We're traveling, so a thousand miles from our dog, Chip's vet. Chip had a sebaceous cyst rupture and needed care. My brother and sister in law have used Powder Mill for years with their dogs and recommended them. They didn't have an appointment for days, but took our number in case of cancelation. An hour later they called and we were in there by 4:30. They were amazing. Super friendly and knowledgeable, they new what to do, what to recommend, and Chip was doing great. We expected a $400 bill but it was less than $200. If we ever live here, Powder Mill will be our vet.

posted: 08/09/2023

Jenn Sylvester

Thank you Doctor King and your associate for caring for my cat Jazzy with his end of life care. I was an absolute wreck emotionally and you helped make the experience as easy as possible. I really appreciated your care and compassion. Thank you.

posted: 10/03/2023

Cassandra Bell

Still in a state of sadness and shock so I didn’t get to say thank you. No words can justify the quality care that Dr. Fields in addition to Powdermill staff provided for my pets when alive and the very last day. I wish I could say thank you a thousand times for what you do.

posted: 11/28/2023