Urban Tails Veterinary Hospital

4.9 (115)
800 Taylor St Suite 9-155, Durham, NC 27701, USA

Hours:

Monday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Thursday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Friday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Saturday: Closed

Sunday: Closed

How to Save Money at Urban Tails Veterinary 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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Meaghan McGrath

The best cat or dog veterinary experience I've ever had. The vet techs and veterinarians are so kind to our animals, and they genuinely look out for their best interest. I brought in our cat, who was previously feral, to complete a blood panel and she started panicking during the draw. The staff stopped once they could see she was physically stressing, and instead of us proceeding that day, made accommodations for us to try again the following week after giving our cat some medicine to help her relax. Worked like a charm, and I think we were all happier for the reschedule! I've never had any issues finding timely appointments. Their app is FANTASTIC and is extremely convenient for making appointments and sending messages to the staff for quick questions about previous appointments, or to ask for documentation, etc. I highly recommend Urban Tails.

posted: 06/17/2023

Shaconna R

Dr. Bennett is one of my favorite Veterinarians I will always go to for any of my babies! She really is genuine and very caring. When I find someone I love, we are committed forever. She was with me when my last dog passed due to cancer & here we are again with another rescue dog. Dr. Bennett is family and you will never feel rushed out to door so she can get to the next patient. Wonderful place ❤️ Thank you for all you do, as well as your team!! Ps. I travel for work & will still come back to town to make appointments with her 🙂

posted: 01/02/2023

Julia Rockwell

Dr. Bennett was amazing with my cat! I had a very negative experience at another veterinarian in the area (who had less than 4.6 stars) so I've been apprehensive about selecting the right doctor for my cat. Especially since sometimes, places that see primarily dogs, don't offer the same level of care for cats. Dr. Bennett was extremely gentle, informative and understanding of my budget/concerns. Her office and staff were all very professional and helpful, and it's in a convenient location with ample parking. I appreciate her holistic health approach and that she goes low and slow with medications.

posted: 06/13/2023

Cherry Foreman

Dr. Bennett and her team are the absolute best! Dr. B cared for my old senior for years helping us navigate aging, joint support, canine dementia and ultimately the heart wrenching decision of when it was time to let him go. She always answered my questions sometimes through my sobbing tears, showed kindness, compassion and so much empathy. She’s honest and straightforward and gave me the all the information I needed to make fully informed decisions and always delivers information with such kindness. Every person there made my Oscar feel so loved and cared for, and when he crossed the rainbow bridge, they held me in such love and kindness. Whether you have a new puppy getting vaccines, and nervous/anxious adult who dislikes going to the vet, or a little old senior with creaky joints and dementia(or anything in between)… Dr.Bennett and her team will take care of your precious family members with such love and care at every stage of their lives. She now cares for my 10 year old rescue, Winnie and I feel so grateful for Dr.B and Urban Tails. There is no one else I want caring for my family…animal or human💖

posted: 01/17/2023

Dog & The city

Amazing Vet! Take amazing care of our dogs. Recently moved to Durham. They make the entire process not stressful for the dog. From making sure lobby is empty when you arrive to examining dog on the floor at the dogs level. Modern approach to being a vet.

posted: 12/04/2022