Alpine Animal Hospital & Veterinary Services
4.5 (71) 950 US-64, Murphy, NC 28906, USAHours:
Monday: 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM, 2:30 – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM, 2:30 – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM, 2:30 – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM, 2:30 – 5:00 PM
Friday: Closed
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at Alpine Animal Hospital & Veterinary Services
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:
| 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?
Get Quotes & CompareGetting 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
We had our cat neutered and declawed a week ago and they did a great job. I especially want to thank Tabitha for keeping me updated. She could tell I was anxious about leaving him over night and she went above and beyond to make me feel comfortable. I would recommend this office for any of your pets needs.
posted: 04/22/2020
I hit a kitten and took to this place because was closest. This Dr. Tried to tell us the kitten was extremely feral and to put it down!! Thinking this poor kitty just got hit, then taken to strangers place he is scared. Thank goodness I listened to my common sense as well as my heart. This kitten is just adorable!! Within one day he was purring,loving, as gentle as can be. What's wrong with people. I was told this was law to put animals down like this, I've found out that it isn't!! Not when you do not know if it is feral, and you have options of 10day confinement for possible rabies. Second was told he had mites and worms. No, no sign of this. And, kittens nails were clipped!! How could vet not see this?? Response to reply from alpine: I am more upset because obviously after taking him home, the very next morning, the kitten was very tame. He was obviously not feral. I understand the health concerns but seems like decision to put him down was being made too quickly. This animal was not dirty, his nails were clipped, and was not thin looking. In fact looked very healthy. When we spoke to health dept as well, they were not recommending putting him down once spoke w them. Just feel possibly some time should be given in such cases to actually see if animal is in fact feral. I liked your clinic and you, but just don't agree with such decisions being made so quickly.
posted: 02/26/2020
Love Dr Vanhorn and his assistant (the really tall guy sorry can't remember his name but an Awesome guy). Dr.Vanhorn took the time to see my dog Sassy on an emergency visit when he was just getting ready to walk out the door that day. He stayed to help her. I have 4 rescue dogs and 2 rescue cats that I can't always afford to bring them but anytime there is an emergency this office has always got us in the same day. Would strongly recommend this place. I do miss Erica at the front desk as she was amazing but the new lady is wonderful as well.
posted: 06/18/2018
So thankful for Alpine Veterinary Hospital, what a blessing they are!! We had to put our baby to sleep today and as always they all were extremely sympathetic and kind not to mention gentle with our baby, they truly care! Even though our Copper is gone we left Alpine with a feeling of peace and love. Thank you Dr. Van Horn, Erica, Scott & Michelle, you guys are amazing!!
posted: 07/13/2017
Doc Vanhorn is a great vet. He's caring, compassionate and friendly. He doesn't rush, takes the time to talk to you and explains your pet's diagnosis, treatment, and care. The staff here is top notch, Friendly, helpful and caring.
posted: 06/11/2016
Veterinarians in Murphy, North Carolina
Alpine Animal Hospital & Veterinary Services
950 US-64, Murphy, NC 28906, USA(828) 837-6115
Murphy Animal Clinic
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Peachtree Veterinary Hospital
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Southland Mbl Veterinary Services
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3090 US-64 #112, Murphy, NC 28906, USA(828) 837-4500