Watts Animal Clinic
4.7 (65) 2132 MS-13, Columbia, MS 39429, 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 – 12:00 PM
Friday: 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at Watts 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 | 11,766 |
| 4.9 | Embrace | 17,235 |
| 4.9 | Fetch | 20,667 |
| 4.2 | Figo | 2,602 |
| 4.7 | Hartville | 165 |
| 4.9 | Healthy Paws | 10,009 |
| 4.9 | Lemonade | 805 |
| 4.6 | ManyPets | 2,344 |
| 4.0 | MetLife | 656 |
| 4.8 | Nationwide | 21,407 |
| 4.3 | Pet Assure | 12 |
| 4.5 | PetPartners | 113 |
| 4.3 | Pets Best | 12,241 |
| 4.6 | Pumpkin | 1,476 |
| 4.6 | Spot | 7,074 |
| 4.9 | Trupanion | 75,269 |
| 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
Found out two dogs died from parvo on a property. A young girl had a puppy named Scrappy there. I was unaware Scrappy never received ANY shots and was unsure of his age. 6-8 months? I immediately called this place as it was the closest, explained the situation, contacted the girl's mother to confirm reimbursement...and they got me in first thing in the morning. The service was top notch. They took their time with him instead of just jumping on him straight away. He was very skiddish as this was apparently his first time ever being to a vet. I have worked with a lot of veterinarians when I volunteered at a no kill shelter that provided spay and neuter assistance....these ladies definitely have my respect! The bill was twice as much as I was told it was going to be but they also tested for heartworm and provided free samples for the worms he showed positive for..... In addition to the parvo, distemper, et cetera so it was very affordable and they saved this dog's life. Price was just under $150. Great job ladies! Thank you!
posted: 07/31/2023
For one it’s nice and clean. The staff are amazing. The nurse was so sweet and very gentle with Bella kitty. Took her time and asked questions about what I need for kitty and what was going on. Bella is not a ppl cat but for some reason she was all in the nurses business😂 and let her pet her. Dr. Forbes was amazing she checked Bella from top-to bottom explained everything. It was not an in and out visit which is a good thing.
posted: 10/25/2022
I miss Dr. Watts. He always made room for his usual clientele. He cared, not saying the new vet doesn’t, but they stayed booked and will not go out the way to squeeze your baby in. My fur babies has been going to dr watts for years, so it’s hard to hear “we don’t have anything available” with the least bit of concern on what’s going on. I personally feel if you come into a local area and want to keep local business, continue with how the business was handled. After so many years of loyalty with this clinic, I must find somewhere else to take my babies. Dr. watts will be missed. He was one of the last vets to actually care and build relationships with owners and fur babies.
posted: 10/07/2022
Best vet in area. Great staff! They take care of Scrappy, Maggie, Rascal, Bobo, Diamond, Queenie and Daisy. We wouldn't go anywhere else.
posted: 04/30/2019
Been going here for a yr we have 5 sharpei and I love Mrs Rachel she is the best vet we have been to everyone of her staff is so nice
posted: 02/09/2023