Oakes Animal Hospital
4.8 (160) 151 Vinegar Hill Rd, Winston-Salem, NC 27104, USAHours:
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: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at Oakes 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:
| 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
Highly recommend this place. They seriously care about animals. I moved here and didn't have a new vet yet. My dog needed surgery ASAP. They made room on their surgery schedule for my dog and let me bring my dog in as they were closing because I was freaking out over her condition. They are the absolute best! My sister researched what my dogs surgery was going to cost me. The bill here wasn't even half as much. To sum it up, staff that truly care about your animals, they go way above and beyond, and for great prices. Why would you go anywhere else? 🤔
posted: 03/21/2023
First visit here after relocating. Everyone was very welcoming/friendly. Appointment ran on time (I was even taken back prior to my appointment time). Vet gave helpful advice for our dog. The place also looked very clean back in the room as well as the waiting area. Obviously, had an 'animal smell' inside, but I'd say that's typical of vet clinics. Overall, great experience. Will be bringing the cats here next. Thank you!
posted: 04/28/2023
We were recommended here by a friend and couldn’t be more thankful to have stumbled on such a special vet clinic. They go above and beyond in every way they can and truly make you feel like you are family. We are so happy to have been working with the Oakes animal clinic through some tough and scary things and will most definitely continue to recommend their clinic to anyone we can!
posted: 06/19/2023
I highly recommend Oakes Animal Hospital for people who love their pets like family and are seeking a medical team who is knowledgeable AND compassionate. I’ve seen Dr. Oakes for years and he’s seen my personal pets as well as my fosters. He’s treated the animals I care about for heartworms, cancer, skin conditions, super smelly breath and everything in between. The staff is always courteous, they stay on schedule, and have always worked me in for serious emergencies. Your 4-legged loves will be in safe hands at Oakes!
posted: 05/08/2023
Honestly a great experience all around. The entire staff was friendly. They acted with care and compassion for our cat and for us as well. The veterinarians all took time to answer my questions and explain the issues that came up. Your pet will be in excellent hands here.
posted: 06/01/2023
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