Foundation Equine Clinic
4.8 (21) 763 Furr Rd, Vass, NC 28394, USAHours:
Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at Foundation Equine 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:
| 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
Please don;t let Dr. Kivett treat your horse for a single footed case of laminitis without getting a second opinion from the NCSU/CVM. My mare in foal had an abscess which she mis-diagnosed despite my concern. She clogged the foot and the abscess festered until which time three months later when the hoof was destroyed. The mare had to be euthanized at NCSU-CVM. The NC Veterinary Medical Board did not consult a farrier prior to rendering their decision. Thirty thousand dollars later the horror is still vivid.
posted: 04/08/2023
Dr. Kivett & Dr. Poole are both fabulous to work with. My horses love them & I couldn't be happier with Foundation Equine
posted: 11/30/2020
This vet practice deserves nothing LESS THAN A 10 STAR review. They have always been there when my equines needed ANYTHING at all. So knowledgeable and always armed with the latest technology and tools AND scientific research. If the Army didn’t move me away from the area, I would still use their practice. I miss their team very much. It’s so difficult to find an EXCELLENT vet practice who is not only competent and knowledgeable BUT compassionate about what they do. Dr. Lisa and Kelly were always in sync with one another and everything always went great without any glitches. When I retire, I am contemplating on moving back there JUST because of them. If that doesn’t speak volumes about the practice then I don’t know what does. Choose their practice- you and your animals will be in great hands. You will not regret it! Miss you all!
posted: 07/09/2018
I've been impressed with Dr Kivett's knowledge, but also her care for a wide range of types of horses. She has a great set up with pretty much every diagnostic tool, and all of them are available in the field. I've also been impressed with her knowledge and passion for dentistry, after many years of vets who didn't care for doing teeth and as such gave me sub-par floats. Her experience with pet hospice and in-home euthanasia gives her an empathetic and gentle experience when it comes time to make end of life decisions
posted: 06/23/2017
Dr. Kivett was exceptional in my first experience with her. As I moved my horses here from Florida, she agreed to be on call on the Sunday they arrived after shipping for 13 hours with a laminitic horse. Then, she met me first thing on Monday morning and took the time to get to know my horses and took exceptional care of my horse with laminitis. I am very comfortable continuing my care with her and keeping her as my primary vet. I would recommend her to others - she is very knowledgeable and is willing to go that extra mile to take care of her patients.
posted: 10/17/2014
Veterinarians in Vass, North Carolina
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Foundation Equine Clinic
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Small Animal Emergency Services
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