Greenbriar Veterinary Hospital, A Thrive Pet Healthcare Partner
4.3 (284) 3051 Thurston Rd, Frederick, MD 21704, USAHours:
Monday: 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Tuesday: 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Wednesday: 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Thursday: 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Friday: 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Sunday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
How to Save Money at Greenbriar Veterinary Hospital, A Thrive Pet Healthcare Partner
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
My german shepherd and beagle/shepherd have been going to Greenbriar since there were puppies. They were trained there and spent many days in day camp. The management has changed and a huge turnover of employees. I have seen this place when it was top notch to what it is today. There is no communication between the day camp/boarding to the front desk. There have been several times I am told something about visiting day camp and then when I get there they tell me I need a shot or doctors note, blah blah. My vet had sent them to them several times. But no one communicates. Not to mention from x employees the conditions the dogs stay in when they board. After 9 years we are done with this place. If you love your dogs, Please don't take your dogs there.
posted: 09/12/2023
After a two-week "hotel stay" (we were on a trip), we got our dog back wrapped in a blanket with quite bad bedsores. He was traumatized and neglected. (On the positive side, he was treated for his infection and constipation. This was also communicated to us.) But overall, he was in a miserable shape when we got him back. In conclusion, he was definitely not mistreated or anything. Not totally ignored either. But clearly not "cared for" either. Totally unacceptable for a veterinary hospital.
posted: 09/14/2023
We have been using Greenbriar Pet Resort for doggie daycare, boarding, and grooming since 2020 and have always had great service, and our dogs, Happy and Graci LOVE going there! The staff is always friendly and makes us feel like our dogs are the "cream of the crop." I would recommend them to anyone that wants to keep their dogs happy and socialized.
posted: 03/07/2023
We board our pup here and they always make the experience as painless and smooth as possible. I love that they handle all needed testing and vaccination on premises! If I had one suggestion, I really wish that they would implement a service to get a daily report or pics of our dog while boarded.
posted: 08/12/2023
GPR is the best! I just read a review about thier outrageous prices and quite frankly, our experience has been the exact opposite? And, as a matter of fact, when we picked up our pooch (Rock) following his last stay, we were refunded an entire day based on the time that we arrived, how great was that! I know that there will always be people that will complain, nit pick, bash, etc. ... but our experiences have been nothing less than superb! Our pooch isnt the friendliest, but he has grown to feel comfortable with the staff, and they are more comfortable with him. I would recommend GPR to anyone! They send reminders, they will work with you to find the best possible solution for you and your loved one(s). And they have offered numerous discounts, all without asking! For our family, the cost is not an issue, when I know that our pooch is being well taken care of. And, in comparison to other facilities that offer boarding, their prices are very competitive for the level of cleanliness (the facility is spotless all of the time .... immaculate) and care that you receive. Lastly, the staff, from the front desk, to those persons that manage those that board are outstanding! Everyone is ALWAYS super pleasant, knowledable and helpful.
posted: 04/05/2023
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