Walnut Street Animal Hospital

4.6 (439)
702 Cary Towne Blvd, Cary, NC 27511, USA

Hours:

Monday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM

Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM

Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM

Thursday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM

Friday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM

Saturday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM

Sunday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM

How to Save Money at Walnut Street Animal Hospital

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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Andrea Lauria

WSAH literally saved our dog’s life! We’re not regular patients but our pomsky developed a case of pyometra and our vet, emergency, nor two other vets were able to treat her. When I called the first time, Vanessa jumped into action and got Dr. K on the phone to set our girl up for surgery before Dr. K was even at the hospital, and without even knowing our names! Vanessa & Maliah were so sweet with her during check in and when we came to pick her up, Lucy was extremely through with her discharge instructions and setting us up for success to continue her treatment at home. What was quickly becoming a nightmare was over before it really had a chance to start thanks to this wonderful staff. Thank you WSAH for helping our lil Sasha get back to her silly self!

posted: 11/13/2023

Nicole Jones

We took our cat for a checkup and had the best experience. We were reassured we were in good hands through our anxiety. Doctor Montell and Denise were amazing, professional, and patient. We definitely recommend and will be going back.

posted: 11/12/2023

Jennifer Yglesias

Would like to thank the wonderful staff at Walnut Street Animal Hospital. My little dog was so nervous to be there and they exhibited such patience, compassion and care. They created a quick solution to a difficult situation and we achieved our objectives. Thank you! Will definitely return.

posted: 11/12/2023

Jamie Lanier

We took our fur baby in for a vaccine and heartworm test this afternoon. Our technician, Suji, was new to us but she was impressive. Not only was she knowledgeable, but was also very kind and loving with Jaxon and calmed his nerves by cuddling him in her arms. We are so grateful for this very sweet young woman! Maliah is a wonderful receptionist as well!

posted: 11/17/2023

Pete Olivarez

Great staff..Enjoyed all the stories about their own personal pets. We inherited a long haired Chihuahua. Beautiful little dog. Ahmed was terrific and gentle and Mariah was warm and full of life. We also met Dr. K. He was also very informative. A great place to take your animals when they are sick..Regards, Pete & Linda

posted: 11/02/2023