Southern Animal Hospital

4.8 (172)
3938 Forest Oaks Ln, Mebane, NC 27302, USA

Hours:

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: Closed

Sunday: Closed

How to Save Money at Southern Animal 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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Suzanne Miller

I will start by saying, Terra Wells is stellar at this facility and the main reason we went to this vet. Being someone who has ptsd due to an autoimmune disability, Dr Wells was very accommodating and kind to me and my ESA dog, Captain and I so appreciate her. Unfortunately, the rest of the staff is not equipped and does not care to be equipped to deal with those of us with respiratory issues or autoimmune disabilities in the time of Covid by at least masking when they are just even in the small exam rooms with us. I had told this vet clinic about my situation when starting care there and Dr. Wells was kind enough to agree I’d be fine to come there. I regret the rest of the staff is not on board with Dr. Wells progressive care. I have moved to a vet that cares about my health and my dog’s. If you are in perfect health and have no worries about your health then this clinic is fine. If you’re older, immune compromised , have any co morbidities or disabilities, BEWARE.

posted: 07/04/2023

Amanda Gilmore

This may be my second review, but this time I’d like to recognize SAH’s groomer Kristina. We have been taking our Golden Jack to Kristina now for at least a year and a half or so. He always comes out looking fresh and puppy-like and smelling amazing. Jack has coarse cottony hair for a golden so it’s difficult to manage in our own. Kristina always gives him a nice cut that is very manageable, but still leaving him looking like a Golden. Thanks Kristina, you’re the best!

posted: 07/11/2023

Mary Evans

First time grooming my pet at Southern. Stress free, fast, and entire staff friendly and pleasant. Kristina was exceptional in handling my dog who hates the grooming process and she did an awesome job!

posted: 07/18/2023

Emily Schultz

I've been using Southern Animal Hospital for the past year or so since moving to the area. They have truly been wonderful. They are thoughtful, attentive, thorough, and gentle, and they take the time to explain what's going on and answer all of my questions. Plus, they're fast and on time, super responsive (email and text), and follow up to check in on how my pup is doing after a visit. I have no complaints!

posted: 04/12/2022

Pamela Makhoul

SAH is phenomenal. The quality of care our pets receive is excellent and the entire staff is attentive and caring. They're sincere in their adoration of all animals and their desire to help them in every and any way possible. I would highly recommend this clinic to anyone in search of a veterinary clinic.

posted: 05/22/2023