Lake Hickory Veterinary Hospital
4.7 (331) 4607 Hickory Blvd, Granite Falls, NC 28630, USAHours:
Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at Lake Hickory 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:
| 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.
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
Went through one the hardest days of my life and Dr. Hefner and his tech Jesse were complete angels. They were the truest definition of being God's hands and feet on 11/06/23 - they were so patient and so accommodating to what I was going through. I had to say goodbye to my baby that I had almost 17yrs. I was completely by myself and the pain was so unbearable and they were nothing but complete love toward me and my boy. They gave us time and gentleness and genuine compassion. These types of appointments have to be so hard on the doctor and staff, too, yet all the while they do whatever they can to comfort us. It was an absolute horrible day in my life but Dr. Hefner and Jesse 100% made it more bearable than I could ever imagine. Without their kindness and compassion I would not have been able to walk out of there with any peace. I also must note, it was the first time ever meeting Dr. Hefner and I can never thank him enough for his tenderness. We are new to the area and we did stop in once before and saw Dr. Reed and she was truly so very nice, too. This office is filled with kindness and compassion and love. 🤍🕊
posted: 11/14/2023
Great group of people. Very clean building. Very informative and respectful of the connection I have with my Yorkies. As a breeder with AKC Bred with HEART moms it’s super important my girls get the best care from loving people and LHV does an amazing job
posted: 08/26/2023
They are great people,tried to save my dog's life after he was attacked. Dr. Reed was the greatest I know of she kept me informed about every thing she was doing to try to save him but sadly he passed away. Thank you for all your time and kindness.
posted: 07/27/2023
Comments speak for themselves. My wife and I just moved and we were cautious of a new vet taking care of our new puppies. Dr. Reed was excellent and knowledgeable. The front desk was easy to talk to and set up an appointment while making me feel comfortable. Dr. Reed and the tech (young intelligent woman answered what she knew and directed the rest to Dr. Reed) that assisted her really brought this great experience home. Thank you for making the transition to a new Veterinarian so very easy for us.
posted: 08/07/2023
We have been very pleased with their staff and Veterinarians. They always take excellent care of our cats and dogs. Earlier this year, our 16 Year-old dog had multiple teeth that were rotten and one was infected, which was causing discomfort. Rather than try to lift our dog up to the examination table, which would be uncomfortable for her, Dr. Hefner sat down on the floor to examine her without us even asking. You can tell he has a big heart for animals and the way he so lovingly examined our elderly girl just about melted my heart. I have never experienced this level of compassion and care for our animals. A number of teeth had to be removed, but they did such a wonderful job doing so and she was so much happier once she returned home. We no longer visit any of our local vets and are more than happy to drive 25 minutes from Conover to Lake Hickory Vet.
posted: 09/30/2023