Southside Dog, Bird and Cat Clinic

4.5 (989)
7020 S Shields Blvd, Oklahoma City, OK 73149, USA

Hours:

Monday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Thursday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Friday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Saturday: Closed

Sunday: Closed

How to Save Money at Southside Dog, Bird and Cat 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 2025
Rating Provider Total Review
4.4 AKC 891
4.5 ASPCA 11,777
4.9 Embrace 17,271
4.9 Fetch 21,459
4.2 Figo 2,602
4.7 Hartville 165
4.9 Healthy Paws 10,011
4.9 Lemonade 805
4.6 ManyPets 2,344
4.0 MetLife 657
4.8 Nationwide 21,407
4.3 Pet Assure 12
4.5 PetPartners 113
4.3 Pets Best 12,248
4.6 Pumpkin 1,476
4.6 Spot 7,084
4.9 Trupanion 75,837
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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Taryn Ferrell

Can not say enough kind things about this place. Had to let my sweet boy Norman go today and these people were so wonderful and compassionate to us during this difficult day. We had to wait a while because they were so busy but when it was our turn, they were so kind, explained everything and were very patient with us throughout the whole process. It truly made a difference to us in these last moments and I cannot thank them enough.

posted: 05/02/2024

Ashley stone

They got my girl in same day for her vaccinations when I screwed up and forgot to schedule an appointment with her regular vet ahead of time. Yes, you do have to wait for 1-2 hours before being seen but once you get in, it is extremely quick and they are super friendly. They were slammed when I came yet the vet took the time to answer all my questions and even give my dog a treat and some lovins. They were patient and made sure she was comfortable before injecting her. Also, their prices are the cheapest in the metro by far. $140 for all her vaccines and Flea/tick medicine for the summer. I highly recommend them!

posted: 05/23/2024

Elaina Pearson

I have Been coming here for years and over time the hours have become less and less. They’re barely open! Very unorganized . Wont schedule an appointment. Wants you to get there before 12 to get seen and even if you do, you still may not get seen. Was turned away today even though I got there almost an hour before 12. Took off work and everything. Hard to plan your day out when it’s like this and you have to work. Currently looking for another vet.

posted: 05/01/2024

Tyler Garnett

This place was the most helpful, knowledgeable vet I've been to in the state. We took a bird here and they literally could not have been more helpful. I live closer to a different exotic vet, but would happily go out of my way to this clinic any day.

posted: 04/26/2024

Toddy King

They won't schedule an appointment nor will they allow you to wait indoors. You must wait in your vehicle in the parking lot. There is no shade. If you drive a 4 cylinder vehicle, your ac will not put out cold air while you are parked. Your fan will blow hot air at you. I spent two hours forty five minutes sitting in the sun in my truck waiting for my turn. It was pretty hot outside, too. I wanted to get water for my dog. But they told me they couldn't give me any. I told them I thought he was overheating, sitting outside and asked if he could come in and cool off. Since they had no water he could drink to do that for him. They refused. I told them I was going to drive to the corner and grab a bottle of water for him, but they said I would lose my place in line and have to start at the end of the line when I got back. My dog was beginning to overheat and so was I. There was no compassion for his suffering. Once inside, There was no courtesy from the staff. They were too busy trying to push you through as fast as they could, even getting agitated if you pause to ask a question. One woman, a quite large person, was particularly very rude to customers. She sounded put-out when someone asked her a question. She would huff out air in a disrespectful scoff before answering. I have been Going to this clinic for sixteen years, but that was my last visit. It's too much to sit in the Oklahoma heat with the sun beating down on you and your pet for that many hours then get treated like an inconvenience instead of a worried pet parent. The veterinarian was very kind, but she was the singular exception. All the rest of the staff followed the abrupt rudeness with people as the large woman. If you want to be treated like you're problem, this is the perfect place for you. If you want compassion for your pet and pleasantries between you and staff, you'll need to go elsewhere. They will not get a seventeenth year out of me and my two furbabies

posted: 05/19/2024