Preston Animal Hospital, A Thrive Pet Healthcare Partner

4.8 (179)
9638 Chapel Hill Rd, Morrisville, NC 27560, USA

Hours:

Monday: 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM

Tuesday: 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM

Wednesday: 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM

Thursday: 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM

Friday: 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM

Saturday: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Sunday: Closed

How to Save Money at Preston Animal Hospital, A Thrive Pet Healthcare Partner

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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Courtney Lee Garay

This clinic has the best providers in the triangle. We have a goldendoodle who has suffered horrific IBS. We came to Heather Phillips after three other veterinarians couldn’t help get our dogs sickness under control. Dr. Phillips really heard our concerns and worked with us to find a diet that addressed the issue. When Dr. Phillips left the practice after her maternity leave, I was so terrified! We got set up with the new Doctor Eliza O’Callaghan. I was equally, if not more impressed, with her bedside manner. She has successfully advised us on how to transition to another food as our doodle got tired of eating the plainer prescription food. I hope she remains in NC for a while! Additionally, their front office staff goes above and beyond. They triage questions, fax records, and answer emails faster than my doctors office. I really appreciate them. Their veterinary technicians also can clip even the wigglyest dog. Thanks PAH! You guys rock.

posted: 05/05/2023

katie lee

I started to come to them about six months ago. The vets and staff are incredibly nice and friendly. Recently my dog had to get a surgery, they were very through in their descriptions and what everything entailed. Both doctors I spoke to were amazing and personable and were open to any questions I had. This is the best veterinary clinic I’ve been to since getting my dog 3 years ago.

posted: 09/13/2023

Mike Delp

Dr. Suter and Dr. Harper is both very knowledgeable and takes great care of our fur kids. The other vets are great, too. The entire staff at Preston Animal Hospital are great. They make you feel welcome and they're very friendly.

posted: 10/27/2023

Alex A

This animal hospital is my favorite in this region so far. Here are reasons why i cut 2 stars. If they improve in these subjects i will update my review. 1-wait time even we got an appointment. We had appointment at 4:30pm and rushed to make it on time. Couldnt grab a bite just to be there on time. And what happened when we were there on time? They made us wait 25 minutes!! So if we knew we will wait there almost half an hour , we wouldnt be stressed to drive fast not to be there late 2- prices are way higher than avarage in city. A simple chest xray of my cat is $350. Dental cleaning of 1 cat is $570 To be honest these prices are above North Carolina avarage

posted: 10/22/2023

Trista Straube

Dr. O’Callaghan was an amazing help with my cat. After the course of action and recommendations were followed, my cat was feeling like himself again. The staff here is always pleasant to talk with and I know my pets are in good hands. I will definitely be coming back for all of my pet needs. Ps- the product recommendation for struvite crystal reduction was flawless and works wonders for my cat (photo included).

posted: 03/17/2023