Animal Hospital South

4.7 (135)
1304 Hendersonville Rd, Asheville, NC 28803, USA

Hours:

Monday: 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM

Tuesday: 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM

Wednesday: 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM

Thursday: 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM

Friday: 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM

Saturday: 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM

Sunday: Closed

How to Save Money at Animal Hospital South

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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Dottie Frailey

Can't say enough about how amazing of an experience we have had at AHS. From regular checkups to semi-emergencies, the staff and vets here have always taken care of our pets. They examined both of my cats at the same time which helped the cats feel more comfortable. Normally they are very petrified of people, but let Dr. Kuhn hold and examine them without biting, hissing or scratching. (definitely a win!).

posted: 07/10/2022

Sandra Usrey

May change this review in the future, but let me tell you I am one happy customer right now. NOT an established client, called at 4:20 to see about a walk in infected puncture wound and spoke to an intelligent, polite receptionist. Arrived at clinic at 4:40. They took a brief history and my dog, treated her appropriately, and I was on my way out the door at 5:20 after only $118. I paid WAY less for a service I would have gladly paid more for and it only took half the time I anticipated. My point of this post is not about the speed of the visit, but about the fact that I felt respected and treated like a valued customer at this place I've never even taken my animals to before. Nobody tried to take advantage of my situation financially, and I was not turned away at this time of need. I don't take that for granted, and I am very appreciative. THANK YOU!!! Edit: if I could give this place more stars, I would!!!

posted: 08/22/2023

Paula Penovi

We went to the hospital because we found a kitten curled up in our car engine whose tail had been chopped off and was in really bad shape. The kitty had fleas, tics, a really bad case of ring worm and was underweight, and we don't have any pets so we didn't even know how to begin taking care of it. We have been seeing one of the new doctors, Dr. Yale. I just had to write a review about our experience because he has been extraordinary with us. Not only is he an extremely generous and kind person, as a vet he is patient, professional, and he goes the extra mile for his patients. I can tell that Dr. Yale is very passionate about what he does and he really does care. We really appreciate everyone at Animal Hospital South and we definitely recommend it. They have been incredible to us and our little kitten. Thank you so much!

posted: 06/13/2022

Emm K

I take my cat here for an annual checkup and have had the best experience with the group here. The facility is spectacular and my kitty has had excellent dental results. I also like the front office staff.

posted: 12/02/2021

Summer Perlson

DO NOT GO HERE. In the past few years this place has gone downhill. You will see a new vet every single time despite being a loyal "patient" for years. My dogs severe allergies were not taken seriously and she was given a $800 procedure that I later learned was POINTLESS (after taking her to a different vet with a specialized dermatologist that was CHEAPER). This place continued to overcharge me without addressing any of the real problems. Really disappointing. Make the extra drive for a better vet farther away, wish I would've a long time ago.

posted: 03/16/2023