Animal Medical Center of Boone

4.5 (81)
1582 Old US 421 S, Boone, NC 28607, USA

Hours:

Monday: 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM

Tuesday: 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM

Wednesday: Closed

Thursday: 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM

Friday: 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM

Saturday: Closed

Sunday: Closed

How to Save Money at Animal Medical Center of Boone

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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Pamela Moore

*THE BEST EXPERIENCE* I knew immediately when I called, I found an amazing veterinarian to call home. The kindness from those at the front desk is exceptional. The vet assistance ladies were so great and handled Kiska with so much love. There experience handling large dogs is awesome! The Dr. was hands down the best! She taught me how to administer eye ointment the proper way, and I have a future apt for dental cleanings. These doctors are down to earth, the best ever! I'm so thankful and blessed to have found these amazing folks. Thank you so much.

posted: 08/08/2023

Emily Boss

Great little animal clinic! I didn't have much contact or interaction with any of the doctors or other staff because of the pandemic. But curbside service was excellent. Prices were pretty good too, only like $45 for the exam and then multiple shots/vaccines for another $45 and it all only took about 10 minutes. Definitely would recommend

posted: 03/19/2021

Mechelle

I’ve always had a wonderful experience there and wouldn’t take my dogs anywhere else. They have the sweetest staff that keeps my dogs at ease and they are so easy to talk too.

posted: 05/30/2023

Sierra Laricchiuti

I can’t report on the clinical care, but I did call to request new patient availability for my senior dog who needed a wellness exam. Honestly, I would have been fine with a waitlist or just a kinder delivery, but the way this info was delivered was not very tactful or kind. I was told, in a less than tactful way “We aren’t taking new clients right now.” No apologies, no waitlist, no explanation. I actually felt like I was annoying a complete stranger by requesting an appointment.

posted: 12/10/2021

bridgette johnson

I was quoted three different prices for getting my male dog nurtured. When I first scheduled the appointment it was $140 for the surgery and $15.99 for rabies vaccination. I was assured that this was the only expense, after I asked multiple times if there was going go be any additional charges for medications or anything do to his age. The day before the appointment it was quoted $160 for the surgery, plus the cost of rabies vaccination. The day I arrived for the appointment I was told it was going to be a total of $290. There is cleary miscommunication between the staff and lack of documentation in their system. I was told they only put your information in the system when you arrive for the appointment, however they called my number yesterday confirming my appointment.

posted: 10/19/2021