Smithfield Road Veterinary Hospital

4.4 (719)
1140 N Smithfield Rd, Knightdale, NC 27545, USA

Hours:

Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM

Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM

Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM

Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM

Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM

Saturday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Sunday: Closed

How to Save Money at Smithfield Road 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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C. G.G.

Great veterinarians! Throughly explained what puppy needs and answered all concerns. The vet noticed the need brought out with his vaccines was too big and he immediately switched it to a smaller needle. If you are planning to get a puppy, I would budget for their puppy plan! Worth it.

posted: 09/23/2023

Ali
Ali

Took my dog for a last minute nail clipping, I was not allowed back with her, she was SCREAMING in pain like I’ve never heard before, they said they were not able to get a muzzle on her after she was puppy biting… I offered to do it as she is muzzle trained and comfortable with me putting one on, they refused and wanted me to drug her and worst of all she came out smelling like a fish market… was also looking for a new vet in the area… off to KAH… took her to a groomer down the street, she did perfectly, not a whimper and they were even kind enough to spray her with puppy cologne… what was Smithfield Road doing to my puppy to make her scream in pain for a nail trim… never take your animals here

posted: 11/06/2023

Casey Eddy

I brought my cat in on the 20th of October 2023, for his shots and thinking he just had a bad tooth, he hadn’t groomed for a while, he was drooling and clearly in pain. I only had so much money with me, thinking I would pay for his shots, and set something up for a tooth extraction. Dr Hannah Burns, had a hunch, he had FIV(and he does sadly) found a way for me to be able to do the blood work, his shots and put him on antibiotics and a pain meds. It’s only been 3 days, since he saw her, and he is so much better! He’s grooming again, he’s playful again. He’s back to being the cat that showed up on my doorstep 7 years ago. Unfortunately he does have FIV, but she found a way to get him feeling better, I was thinking the worst, and seeing how he is now just after three days, I couldn’t be happier. I’ve been coming to this clinic for a few years now, and they’ve been great! I’ve always just seen whoever was available but Dr Hannah Burns will officially be the vet I want to see my boy. Thank you so much! I can’t express how it feels to see my boy acting like himself.

posted: 10/22/2023

Ashley

My escape artist of a fur baby got out and got into a tussle with an outdoor cat and ended up with a nasty open wound to his chest. After taking him to the emergency vet, Smithfield Rd was excellent in his follow up visit. They have been our regular vet for all of our babies since they were kittens. I’m so grateful for their attention and transparency during the whole process. Theo had to return for several bandage changes over a month and they were so helpful with pricing and being considerate of how costly his weekly visits were. Although a stressful ordeal for both parent and fur baby, they loved on my fur baby like he was their own. I can’t thank them enough for getting him back healthy and being so responsive. I recommend Dr.Polu to anyone who is in need of a good vet. A big thank you to Reggie and the receptionist up front as well for being so kind and loving on my baby during his time at Smithfield. Their office is about 25 mins from where I stay now but they will remain my regular vet.

posted: 04/22/2023

Stephenie Adams

Dr. Kevin is fantastic! He has always made me and my dog Odin feel like we're part of his family! 🐶

posted: 09/11/2023