Animed Veterinary Hospital of Bell Fork

3.6 (74)
669 Bell Fork Rd, Jacksonville, NC 28540, USA

Hours:

Monday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Thursday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Saturday: Closed

Sunday: Closed

How to Save Money at Animed Veterinary Hospital of Bell Fork

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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Jessica Ware

It took a few hours, but with any walk in place that is always expected. My dog was sick and I’m glad he could be seen. The cost was definitely reasonable compared to other vets in Jacksonville. My large pitbull has bad anxiety, and tends to freeze. The vet tech carried him back to the waiting room after his treatment, and did not even complain. I felt so bad! I didn’t get her name, but she was great. Most vets try to convince me to get extra services, or embarrass me for my dogs anxiousness. I’m so appreciative that they were so understanding, and truly seemed to care for my dog. All of the staff were great and the doctor was awesome.

posted: 04/12/2023

collette st pierre

Ordered flea and tick for my cat from chewy, called Animed to see if they approved it, they declined my order and when asked why this is what I was told. They said we’re going to see my cat in June which was surprise to me as I had not made an appointment, I ordered the six pack of flea an tick I was told can’t you just order 2 cause we will see my cat in June. I said what difference does it make? She said we can give 2 doses , at your price I said no please help understand why I can’t order for the duration of flea and tick season made no sense and then I was I was rude to staff good luck your is going lose you business.

posted: 04/21/2023

Samantha Drzata

I have been bringing my pack to animed for over 5 years now. From cats to ducks and everyone in between. When one of my own gets sick it is a very stressful situation as my pets are family. Dr slater and her staff take the edge off with the upmost respect for my feelings, care for my animals and providing me with knowledgeable information as to what may be going on in a manner I can understand. Prior to any test they may recommend, they go over potential costs which is important. I dont feel jipped out of money or taken advantage of like I have at other vets in the area. While owning an animal can be expensive, going to animed for quality care at a great price has been that expense a little lighter. Thank you for caring for all my animals as if they were your own.

posted: 10/06/2021

Jess

I made an appointment for my dog to get shots and it was set for 10:30 I waited over 2 hours before they came in to give them his shots. Not happy! And very unprofessional they did not apologize for how long the wait was. As I left my husband to pay for the bill I went to my car so I did not say any words out of anger towards them and they had the audacity to say to my husband that I "sure left in a hurry." Definitely a joke and he should know about. Will not be coming back here ever again.

posted: 12/22/2022

Alicia Castillo

If you want a honest review please, listen to this one. My daughters service dog, a 7 month old German Shepherd needed emergency surgery, I called every vet within a 100-mile radius of Jacksonville and no one would help us. All they cared about was getting $$$ as quickly as they could. No one would even let me share my daughters story of the abuse she has been through, of how much this animal means to her. We were on the way to have “Misha” put down and I made one last phone call, to Animed. The woman at the desk Kristi, was so warm and kind to me.. I was hysterical by this point but she let me speak and comforted me. We had our pups X-rays emailed over and even though they were booked they let us bring her in that very night. Some of their appointments were pushed back the next day because of how serious Mishas surgery was they needed to operate asap. They saved her life, they gave my little girl a miracle. They are kind, and this next part is very important THEY CARE! Like one of the women told me, they took a oath.. to do no harm to help animals in need, now how often have you heard a vet say that?? If you love your pet, and want to take it somewhere that it will be loved and looked at as it’s own take them here, to Animed. I will never forget this place for as long as I live. Very professional, kind and understanding. The above photo is when we were on our way to Animed, my children were distraught, now we have word Misha has woken up and made it through the night after surgery. God Bless this Animal Hospital

posted: 02/10/2023