Iron Will Vet

5 (21)
2445 Vaughn Ln, Burlington, NC 27217, USA

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How to Save Money at Iron Will 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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Mindy Stinner

Dr. Miller kindly assisted us with the use of some large animal imaging equipment during an urgent animal exam at our wildlife park. Her professionalism and her ability to work in an ever-evolving situation was extremely impressive, and she collaborated well with our Park’s veterinarian to discuss options and reach treatment conclusions. We are very grateful for her assistance on a tight timeline. We know what a busy schedule she keeps! I would highly recommend her as a very capable and thorough veterinarian using top notch current equipment.

posted: 08/18/2023

Carrie Taylor

Absolutely the best mobile vet service!! Dr. Parks is excellent with all 14 of our rescue horses. He is punctual and incredibly knowledge. He also cares for all our dogs. Iron Will Veterinary Services has an online pharmacy service that Dr. Parks and Dr. Miller monitor and approve as appropriate. Excellent service.

posted: 01/16/2022

Nancy Hunter

Iron Will has been working with me and my mare for years. Dr. Miller and Dr. Parks are both excellent - knowledgeable, friendly, and down to Earth. I've been very happy with them and would certainly recommend their practice.

posted: 03/07/2023

Katherine Heugel

Very helpful. Quick response from office staff, and they were one of the few vets offices willing to work with me to arrange the exams my future horse needed. Dr Miller was both professional and personable and and was attentive to my questions. I appreciate her time, energy and attentive care.

posted: 01/18/2020

toni hastings

Dr. Parks came and did a dental on my horse. Light sedation. And even let me feel the hooks and abrasions on the right side of his mouth. Great people and horse skills. Will definetly use him again! Thank you

posted: 08/07/2020