Carolina Family Vet

4.6 (194)
557 Old County Home Rd, Asheville, NC 28806, USA

Hours:

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 – 5:00 PM

Friday: 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM

Saturday: 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM

Sunday: Closed

How to Save Money at Carolina Family Vet

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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Mamie Amin

Have been coming here for our dog Cecil for years and have absolutely loved the care we receive. The staff here make sure he is healthy while staying within our budget. Today we came in with my daughter’s stuffed sloth who she said had many boo-boos. Jackie and Josh took this issue very seriously and I can happily say that both Cecil and “Soft-Soft” the Sloth are well on their way to recovering. 🩷

posted: 09/02/2023

In His Spirit Adventures

Most thorough conversation I’ve ever had with a vet or vet team, which was especially nice with having brought in 3 poodles at once. The team was all friendly and pleasant, and great with our poodle pack. The doctor was not rushed and he took his time explaining everything very well. Same for the tech. They listened to everything we had to say, including that I needed to work within a budget. They explained what we could do within that clearly and kindly, with the numbers in black and white. Front desk staff person was really nice as well. Honestly, I was impressed with our visit, and it felt quite nice to have it as a positive part of our day. Took the poodles to the groomer the next day. She needed a copy of their rabies vaccinations (which we had with us) and a copy of their bordatella vaccinations (which we did not have with us.) I called the veterinary office and they were so quick to email that info to the groomer for me. So nice!

posted: 09/30/2023

Jenna Thomas

READ THIS! I left a review in 2022 or so saying that they had treated my cat with the utmost amazing care. Well, I wanted to make an update. Unfortunately my 15 year old cat began having some irreversible health issues and we had to make the worst decision any pet parent has to make. I just want to say that Dr. Miller and his staff, Josh and Kaela and others I don’t know the names of, were remarkable in their handling of my baby’s peaceful passing. I can’t begin to thank them enough for making this horrible day bearable and comfortable. They made absolutely certain that my baby was at peace and took every measure to ensure that me and my family were well informed and comforted. You can rest assured that this vet clinic will take the best care possible of your fur baby and any other pets you may have.

posted: 05/11/2023

Ana Laguna

Dr Miller and his staff are awesome! We take our 2 Chihuahuas and 3 kitties there. My kitty, Arwen is on the aggressive side, but Chrystal is awesome in handling her! My other kitty, Aragorn was very sick and Dr Miller took great care of him and he started feeling better within an hour or two after seeing him! Love all the caring staff and highly recommend taking your fur babies there! ❤️

posted: 08/17/2023

Holly P

I can not thank the staff here enough for taking such good care of my boxer. He is the sweetest dog until he goes to the vet, then he turns into the spawn of satan 👿. I really appreciate you guys being so patient with him and his care. I highly recommend Carolina Family Vet.

posted: 09/14/2023