Animal Urgent Center
4.9 (496) 215 N Maple Rd Ste A1, Ann Arbor, MI 48103, USAHours:
Monday: 1:00 – 9:00 PM
Tuesday: 1:00 – 9:00 PM
Wednesday: 1:00 – 9:00 PM
Thursday: 1:00 – 9:00 PM
Friday: 1:00 – 9:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Sunday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
How to Save Money at Animal Urgent Center
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 | 11,785 |
4.9 | Embrace | 17,324 |
4.9 | Fetch | 22,769 |
4.2 | Figo | 2,605 |
4.7 | Hartville | 165 |
4.9 | Healthy Paws | 10,012 |
4.9 | Lemonade | 805 |
4.6 | ManyPets | 2,346 |
4.0 | MetLife | 659 |
4.8 | Nationwide | 21,407 |
4.3 | Pet Assure | 12 |
4.5 | PetPartners | 113 |
4.3 | Pets Best | 12,259 |
4.6 | Pumpkin | 1,477 |
4.6 | Spot | 7,090 |
4.9 | Trupanion | 76,782 |
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
Amazing urgent care experience. My cat wasn't feeling good so I did the online queue as soon as it opened and within minutes I got a response and was able to get in right away. The office is super cute and very clean, the staff were so sweet and funny and everyone was a pleasure. The exam was thorough, they gave many options on what I'd like to do, each with a price breakdown and were very honest and understanding about everything. The cost for an urgent visit wasn't nearly as bad as I was expecting! I was in and out within an hour with an exam and meds administered. I really enjoyed going there. Definitely will be recommending this place and going back if ever needed!
posted: 11/11/2024
Best urgent vet I’ve ever been to! Everyone was friendly and compassionate. Prices are very reasonable for urgent care. It was also very clean. The only place I will go from now on!
posted: 11/21/2024
I brought my ailing kitty in on an urgent basis. I was impressed by their digital queue online, which decreases wait times in clinic, and therefore, the stress on the animal that needs care. The clinic isn’t close to me, but based upon the reviews, I selected them to care for my cat. I was not disappointed! Prices for certain procedures are available on the website, and whichever other procedures or medications your animal may need is outlined prior to initiating their services - that’s pricing transparency, and it’s appreciated. My kitty didn’t require all the procedures initially outlined, so in the end they didn’t have to do everything. They weren’t pushy, nor did they make any attempts to oversell - that’s honesty. **The only thing that surprised me was the price for CPR (should it be required), I am not sure if that’s a standard price across the across the veterinary field, but I thought it was kinda expensive. Having said that, it was a very positive experience, they didn’t over charge, all the staff were very friendly, understanding, knowledgeable, and professional. The clinic was well organized, and designed thoughtfully, with appropriations for privacy, comfort, and low stress environments for patients and their humans/caregivers. Dr. Woodworth helped us and they were very thorough, helpful and communicative - even with several follow-ups and any questions I had - and that’s exceptional service. The vet tech Jason was super friendly and helpful too. This clinic also has a vet that has a good knowledge base for alternative therapies such as Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine, and acupuncture - so treatment modalities cover all the bases at AUC. I Would definitely recommend bringing your animal in need of urgent care to this clinic.
posted: 06/05/2024
This was a great experience. The process is so smooth checking in online and preventing a packed parking lot of impatient owners. It also keeps the office peaceful and quiet. This was one of the most thoughtful and thorough appointments we’ve had period. Dr. Woodworth and the entire staff were so kind, patient, and gentle with Duncan. All of our concerns were addressed and I felt fully listened to. When they took him to the back for the diagnostic procedures I could hear them baby talking him and calling him all the cutey little nicknames under the sun. Feeling like they genuinely care about your pet is massively important and I could genuinely feel that from them.
posted: 08/17/2024
This is an amazing clinic! They got me in within an hour for stitches on my dogs paw. The staff was all so friendly and wonderful with my dog. 10/10, we had a great experience.
posted: 10/13/2024
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