Urgent Vets for Pets

4.9 (154)
110 Commerce Ave, Southern Pines, NC 28387, USA

Hours:

Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM

Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM

Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM

Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM

Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM

Saturday: Closed

Sunday: Closed

How to Save Money at Urgent Vets for Pets

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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Tara Stryder

A positive review out of a sad day. After my sweet boy was hit by a car, I ultimately had to make the decision to let my chunky boy rest. It was a horrible day filled with hard decisions but the staff was beyond compassionate and gave me space and time to grieve. I never felt rushed to make a decision or leave the room. I had nothing but support from the entire staff. Jodi at the front desk was gentle with me as I had to fill out paperwork. She gushed over how great my cat was and how much she loved him. (He was a bit of a frequent flyer there). Dr. Rainier was an angel in scrubs as she sat with me as I loved on my Cooper one last time. She was so sweet with him and just gave me space to feel the loss of a family member. As terrible as today was, it was made bearable by the lovely humans at this clinic. They care so deeply for the animals they look after. Thank you for taking such good care of my family on one of the hardest days.

posted: 11/07/2023

Emory Hughes

This is a sad review. I brought my two dogs in after a bad fight. I had to unfortunately put one of them down, and the other one needed emergency treatment. This was my first experience in losing an animal like that, and you never know how much you love them until you have to make a decision about their life and live with it. We miss him terribly. The staff took great care of us. They were patient and understanding. They loved our dogs and helped the process be as painless as possible. We just left from a follow-up for our other dog and they were excited to see him. They show great care in your situation and care about your animals. Thank you for being kind to our boy and helping him across the rainbow 🌈 bridge

posted: 10/27/2023

Dianna Newman

Urgent vets for pets gave our dog Angel the best care. She was in congestive heart failure and they got her right in and took good care of her. They were patient with us and took a lot of time with us and explained everything that was going on with our baby. They made good recommendations and thanks to their promptness, they saved our dog’s life. If I could give them more stars, I would! I highly recommend this place.

posted: 08/25/2023

Ryan Cole

Yesterday was the most dreaded day of my 33 years of life, I had to make the gut wrenching, heart breaking decision to put my 11 year old best boy to rest. I wouldn't have been able to make the decision without this truly wonderful staff who I cannot thank enough. Dr. Walter is hands down amazing, to her core she is one of a kind and the most genuine soul. I know it was close to closing time when I returned to see how my boy was doing, but they didn't rush me to make a decision, they took their time, they didn't have to but they did. They gave me all the time I needed as I sobbed on the floor with my boy and loved him one last time, as I sobbed while they put him to sleep and said the sweetest words to him while I couldn't, they truly gave me and my boy the best care at the worst time. I will be forever grateful he was surrounded by so much love and kindness in his final hours.

posted: 09/26/2023

Melissa Palmer

I love this place so much. I have used them 3 times now with great results. The staff is friendly and knowledgeable and truly is concerned about your pet’s health. I love knowing that I have a say-so in the treatment plan and I know exactly how much I will owe beforehand. The staff takes the time to explain everything to you while you are there. I have always received a flow up call the next day to make sure the treatment plan is working. I love this place better than my primary vet. When I was there, the waiting room was full but I was seen in a reasonable amount of time. Thank you so much Urgent Vets for Pets Staff! I would definitely recommend this clinic!

posted: 09/26/2023