Village Animal Hospital

4.4 (53)
628 Carpenter Ave, Mooresville, NC 28115, USA

Hours:

Monday: 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM

Tuesday: 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM

Wednesday: 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM

Thursday: 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM

Friday: 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM

Saturday: Closed

Sunday: Closed

How to Save Money at Village 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.

Thinking of insuring your pet?

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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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Kaitlin Sadler

We have been coming to Village for the last 5 years. Having dogs my whole life and frequenting many different vet offices, they have been the most caring and amazing team we’ve had on our side. From saving our pup on the brink of passing away from a severe infection to loving on our babies for each health check. Dr. Stutesman and Dr. Ramos are fantastic! Their techs and office staff care and truly love each of their patients so very much, remembering little details that show how much they love your pets.

posted: 11/11/2023

Wesley Richardson

We have a Frenchie named Coco who is almost 3. She has had undiagnosed stomach problems since she was a puppy. We moved to Mooresville about 2 months ago and she started becoming bloated with severe diarrhea. We took her to a place in town who gave her anti diarrhea medication, no blood work, no testing, and sent us on our way. The diarrhea and bloating continued. About a week later we visited Village Animal Hospital. This was the 4th veterinarian office we visited trying to find some answers. We met with Dr. Stutesman and within an hour we had a good idea of what the problem was (pending 2 biopsies). Dr Stutesman brought me back to the X ray room showing me examples of a normal dogs stomach, side by side with Coco’s tummy X rays. He took his time with us, answered all of our questions, and completed exploratory surgery the same day. He called me after the blood work was in and gave me plenty of time to ask questions, and write complicated words down so I could relay the message to my better half. He literally spelled each word letter by letter so I could read about it online. It’s so frustrating that Coco had to go this long with something that could have been identified with simple blood testing, which took less than an hour for the results. Dr Stutesman found 2 main indicators through simple blood work that her little body wasn’t processing/maintaining protein as it should, and her belly was full of fluid. Coco has been at their office recovering for 2 days now. Dr Stutesman and his team have keep me informed of her progress every day, and coordinated time for us to visit her. It makes us sad to think about how long she has had to deal with this discomfort and pain without a diagnosis. But we are grateful that we FINALLY have some answers, a plan to make her better, and a doctor that is caring and thorough. Thank you, Dr Stutesman and your staff for everything. Our gratitude can’t be expressed in words. You’ve gained a loyal patient with Coco Mama. Thanks again!!!

posted: 05/05/2023

Mike Pypiak

Dr. Stutesman is an excellent vet. We had to say goodbye to our 14 yr old dog in Oct 2023. He made the process the best that it could be. We had a thorough understanding of the complications our dear Sarge was facing, the risks and the options. It isn't ever easy losing a pet, but we felt comfortable with our decision thanks to Dr. Stutesman and the rest of the staff at Village Animal Hospital. Can’t thank them all enough.

posted: 10/20/2023

Joseph Farriella

Back at the end of November and all through the month of December, my dog, ÜLa was extremely sick and ill where she almost lost her life and Dr. Stutesman and his team were extremely helpful and discussed and communicated and worked with us throughout everything and ÜLa has returned back to her normal self. I would highly recommend Dr. Stutesman and his team to anyone looking for a great veterinarian. ÜLa Ball is feeling Fabulous! Thank you Dr. Stutesman and Team!

posted: 01/19/2023

Brian and Danyell Suter

I cannot express how grateful I am for this team. We have gained extra years with our dogs because of their suggestions and guidance. I would never consider taking our dogs anywhere else. They have been with us through new members to our family and unfortunate passings. They have been nothing but amazing. Thank you!!

posted: 06/23/2023