Carolina Veterinary Specialists

4.2 (770)
12117 Statesville Rd, Huntersville, NC 28078, USA

Hours:

Monday: Open 24 hours

Tuesday: Open 24 hours

Wednesday: Open 24 hours

Thursday: Open 24 hours

Friday: Open 24 hours

Saturday: Open 24 hours

Sunday: Open 24 hours

How to Save Money at Carolina Veterinary Specialists

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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Georgiana Simon

I had to bring in my 17 year old kitty, Baby Susie, 3 different times in the span of about two weeks because she was suffering from severe anemia. The staff was so friendly to me and treated my kitty wonderfully every time I went. They let me visit her whenever even multiple times a day and they would always call and give us updates on how she was doing. Even though my cat was very old they took everything very seriously and did not label her as a lost cause just because of her age. Each time I had to take her the front desk staff was very friendly to me and were very helpful. The second time i brought her in it was an emergency and the second I arrived someone came out and immediately grabbed her and took her back. Dr. Bailey was wonderful to my kitty, she even got her in with the cardiologist in Matthews the day after they suspected she had heart failure. Even when there was little hope that my baby was going to live much longer Dr Bailey still gave her another chance. I would highly recommend coming for any pet emergency because of how kind and compassionate they treated not only me but my precious kitty. We had to put my sweet baby down a few days ago but it is comforting to know that they really did try their very best to save her.

posted: 08/01/2023

Anna Lai

Dr. Powers and her exotics team, Nicole and Morgan, are absolutely wonderful at their job and the most compassionate human beings ever. I came to Dr. Powers after being referred her by a local doctor and was instantly excited. I felt like I was about to meet a celebrity since I had already heard of her work through the bunny community. She and her team treated both my buns as if they were their own. I never felt concerned for them while they were in the team's care, and I always felt confident that they were doing their best work with my furbabies in mind. I can not thank Dr. Powers and her team were enough for the care and extended time she gave me with my buns. I highly recommend Dr. Powers at the Huntersville location for all your exotic furbabies needs.

posted: 07/19/2023

Laura Johnson

We brought our pup, Cooper, in on a Saturday with suspected liver disease and pancreatitis. Cooper was our entire world and I always felt like they were treating him with compassion. We were able to visit several times a day and they were very understanding. He stayed for 5 days and we unfortunately had to let him go. Dr. Bailey never gave up on Cooper. She was professional and thorough and explained everything in a manner that we could understand. Our hearts are shattered but Dr. Bailey and all the staff were very understanding. It's possible you will wait awhile - it's an ER and they are dedicating the necessary time to each patient and triaging more severe cases. I never felt rushed with any of my discussions or updates on Cooper's status. They very patiently answered all of my questions.

posted: 08/28/2023

Donna White

Excellent care. They saved my dog’s life and treated her with love and attention. If only people hospitals were as good as CVS! Thanks to everyone, from the front desk to the head doctors staff, for treating my family so well. Highly recommend!!

posted: 06/08/2023

shell aliano

The dr and tech were very nice. Almost $500 and my Indian Ringneck is still suffering from a skin infection. They kept telling me she was just plucking her feather but after a blood test apologized and said it was a severe skin infection. My baby bird is still suffering and I don’t know how to help her. Come to find out my baby bird has beak and feather disease. So not only was she not plucking like the whole office said- she had a deadly disease that was clear to see my the lack of feathers around her eyes, head entire body. Be careful. We may not have a lot of Drs to choose from but make sure yours listens and doesn’t just charge a ton of money with no help or answers. I know she doesn’t have much longer to live but I don’t know how to help her until.

posted: 06/11/2023