Dr. Greg Burkett
4.5 (37) 3039 University Dr, Durham, NC 27707, USAHours:
Monday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Thursday: Closed
Friday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at Dr. Greg Burkett
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:
| Rating | Provider | Total Review |
|---|---|---|
| 4.4 | AKC | 893 |
| 4.5 | ASPCA | 11,864 |
| 4.9 | Embrace | 18,260 |
| 4.9 | Fetch | 26,240 |
| 4.2 | Figo | 2,614 |
| 4.6 | Hartville | 169 |
| 4.9 | Healthy Paws | 10,160 |
| 4.9 | Lemonade | 809 |
| 4.6 | ManyPets | 2,378 |
| 3.9 | MetLife | 729 |
| 4.8 | Nationwide | 21,410 |
| 4.0 | Pet Assure | 13 |
| 4.5 | PetPartners | 115 |
| 4.3 | Pets Best | 12,824 |
| 4.6 | Pumpkin | 1,645 |
| 4.6 | Spot | 7,865 |
| 4.9 | Trupanion | 60,845 |
| 4.8 | Prudent Pet | 1,734 |
Or, you can simply get a fast quote from multiple providers and go from there.
Thinking of insuring your pet?
Get Quotes & CompareGetting 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
I am quite please with Dr. Greg Burkett's service. His staff was very patient and kind. They were able to get us as a last minute walk in for my birds. He is a very calm vet. The clinic itself is more on the smaller sider however quite comfortable and clean. The only downside I would say is the price. This is the most expensive wellness check up even comparing to Avian and Exotic in Raleigh. Overall, good experience and I recommend this place for your bird needs.
posted: 09/07/2024
Will never recommend this place and this doctor due to my personal experience. I took my cocktail to this doctor and he said he had much better medicine than vet emergency’s, and suggested my bird hospitalization. But he and his team cannot give the bird proper care. They mess up the weight of the bird, my bird was starving and dead after that! but everyday I called them, they gave me the answer is the my bird is getting better! How I could recommend the place like that! I hate myself why I brought my bird to this place to this doctor!
posted: 10/26/2024
In 2022 I started traveling/work camping up and down the Eastern part of the US. Dr. Burkett has been a blessing to me and my 28 yo African Grey. His office always accommodates our crazy schedule. The method he uses to contain him while doing trims is like nothing I have ever seen. Izzy is a TOUCH ME NOT and usually screams his head off, but not at Dr. Burkett's office. Note: We were not moving when my funny guy decided he was gonna drive the bus.
posted: 04/27/2024
I woke up to find that my 15 year old Macaw had completely plucked all the feathers off her back. In a bit of a panic, I called my normal avian vet, who told me this wasn’t really an emergency and I’d have to wait two weeks for an appointment. I was speechless, as I have been a customer for over 15 years. I called Dr Burkett and he understood my concerns, and even as a completely new patient he fit me in on a Saturday! A full workup later and my very aroused Macaw is now on a hormone therapy, and more importantly I have the peace of mind to know there isn’t an underlying medical condition. I have three large parrots, and they are all now patients of Dr. Burkett. I’m very happy to have found him, and to know that my parrots are under his excellent care.
posted: 09/03/2023
My mom took her parrot here for a chest check up cause she was having trouble breathing. When my mom took her in she had high pitch whistle sounds when breathing. Mr. Burkett just said she was sick and gave her medicine and charged 150$ the very next day when we wake up she sadly passed. I highly recommended to go to experts that have equipment! It’s better to pay more then lose a loving member.
posted: 11/04/2023
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