Tarheel Veterinary Surgical Specialists
4 (8) 8005 Sycamore Hill Ln, Raleigh, NC 27612, USAHours:
How to Save Money at Tarheel Veterinary Surgical Specialists
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 | 893 |
| 4.5 | ASPCA | 11,860 |
| 4.9 | Embrace | 18,246 |
| 4.9 | Fetch | 26,234 |
| 4.2 | Figo | 2,614 |
| 4.6 | Hartville | 169 |
| 4.9 | Healthy Paws | 10,159 |
| 4.9 | Lemonade | 809 |
| 4.6 | ManyPets | 2,377 |
| 3.9 | MetLife | 728 |
| 4.8 | Nationwide | 21,410 |
| 4.0 | Pet Assure | 13 |
| 4.5 | PetPartners | 115 |
| 4.3 | Pets Best | 12,820 |
| 4.6 | Pumpkin | 1,642 |
| 4.6 | Spot | 7,858 |
| 4.9 | Trupanion | 60,839 |
| 4.8 | Prudent Pet | 1,732 |
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
Dr. Tudor did TPLO surgery and meniscus repair on our Brewster. TVSS helped us find a vets office that could get us in sooner than they’d be able to go to his regular vet which was super helpful. She called after the surgery to let us know how everything went and was very friendly. We appreciate everything they did to help our baby ❤️
posted: 11/20/2023
Saw Dr. Loftin in the office of a veterinarian in Fayetteville, NC, he comes to her office 1-2 times per month. I can honestly say that in my over 30+ years of owning numerous dogs, and fostering dogs for years, this was the most genuinely nice and honest veterinarian I’ve ever met! He immediately sat down on the floor with our foster dog and went through everything the rescue had questions about during our consultation with him. He was very honest, not pushy at all, very kind and most importantly: a dog loving person! If any of my own 3 dogs needs surgery in the future; I’ll make sure to book it with Dr. Loftin! He was A+++ in my book. Very knowledgeable and kind.
posted: 04/14/2022
Dr. Lofton did an outstanding job with my baby Max. He was caring and compassionate. The actual surgery was also great. Def recommend
posted: 05/02/2024
Unfortunately my 2 year old bulldog has had both knees replaced and I couldn’t be more lucky then to have TVSS do both surgeries! They are responsive, they do phenomenal work and my bully has recovered from both in record time with no complications. This firm is top notch and we can’t thank you enough!
posted: 05/30/2022
DO NOT GO HERE!!! My regular vet used this service and the only reason my cat is still alive is because I dumped my life savings into rescuing him after Dr Loftin almost killed him! Instead of doing the basic amputation as requested Dr Loftin implanted metal screws in my cat’s leg INCORRECTLY resulting in an immediate severe infection that spread to his kidneys!! He was in critical care for a WEEK and is now completely blind! He is on specialty food for his kidneys and I am still paying back urgent care hospital!! I am out $15k so far and counting! DO NOT GO HERE!! 0 stars!!
posted: 03/30/2023
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