Middle Creek Veterinary Hospital & Exotic Animal Clinic

4.5 (194)
Harris Teeter Shopping Center, 8109 Fayetteville Rd Suite 125, Raleigh, NC 27603, USA

Hours:

Monday: 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM

Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM

Wednesday: 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM

Thursday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM

Friday: 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM

Saturday: Closed

Sunday: Closed

How to Save Money at Middle Creek Veterinary Hospital & Exotic Animal Clinic

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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Vicky Bradshaw

I’ve been coming to Middle Creek for a few years now with my previous dog who we had to say goodbye to a few months ago. Dr. Jaffee is excellent and the technicians are great. We brought our new dog in yesterday for the first time and I was really nervous about how she would react because this was the first time I have taken her to the vet since adopting her, and she is usually weird around new people. They really took the time to be patient and kind with her and to earn her trust. It meant the world to me and seeing her thrive with their help really made me feel good. Their prices are fair and they offer excellent care. Thank you guys for everything you do!

posted: 10/06/2023

megan stranz

Almost about a year ago, my cockatiel (Capella) became very sick. I had been in and out of veterinary offices, the emergency vet, and a vet up in Durham. I decided to give middle creek a try, as everything the previous vets had done was not working. My first of many visits with middle creek were a great experience. The staff were all very kind, and were gentle/caring with Capella, she definitely loved all the attention she recieved under their care. I felt that the services were reasonable and affordable. We saw a different vet everytime when we had an appointment, and they were all very caring and informative. We had tried numerous antibiotics with no luck, so we proceeded with an x-ray. Unfortunately masses were found in her lungs, so they referred me to NC state to look into it more in depth. The vet that gave me the referral was very empathetic towards my situation and showed much concern for Capella. The vet did not sugar coat the situation and was honest, which I greatly appreciate due to the fact that Capella was suffering and it was an urgent case. When I took her to NC state, unfortunately they discovered she had a rare form of cancer in her lungs and there was nothing we could do, so I had to make the hard decision to put her to rest. I'm extremely grateful for all the staff at middle creek and being so involved with Capella's care, as well as her well being. Everyone was very helpful and made the many months long battle a little less stressful. I know that Capella had appreciated everything they did for her as well, in trying to make her feel better. Capella's pain came to an end in August 2022, but I'm writing this review now to give a big thank you to all the staff at Middle Creek vet!

posted: 03/01/2023

Shenna Williams

Great place for exotic pets and reptiles.. took care of my daughters Boa, Delta. Gave her a full checkup and took great care of her. Wouldn't go anywhere else. PS, great with our bearded dragon and ferret too. 😀

posted: 10/11/2023

Luis Oliva

Dr. Swan and her fabulous team are hands down the best veterinarian team around! They have cared for my veiled chameleon since he was a little guy and continue to do so in the best manner possible! Everyone is so genuine and caring and goes over and beyond for Aiko when we bring him in. I recommend this amazing team to anyone who has an exotic pet needing great care. I would give 5000000 stars if I could!

posted: 07/15/2022

Gabriel Chaves

Just recently brought my Nile monitor hear to unfortunately to be euthanized. I have to say the compassion shown by the doctors techs animal care assistants and receptionist was astounding. Thank you for making a difficult experience much easier to bare. And I will definitely be bring the rest of my critter to middle creek. And once again thank you so much for taking care of my Xerxes and making his last moments peaceful and memorable.

posted: 07/01/2022