Charlestown Animal Hospital, J. Lawrence Dunn VMD
4.8 (29) 5668 Post Rd, Charlestown, RI 02813, USAHours:
Monday: 7:30 – 10:00 AM
Tuesday: Closed
Wednesday: 7:30 – 11:30 AM
Thursday: Closed
Friday: 7:30 – 10:00 AM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at Charlestown Animal Hospital, J. Lawrence Dunn VMD
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 | 891 |
| 4.5 | ASPCA | 11,756 |
| 4.9 | Embrace | 17,140 |
| 4.9 | Fetch | 18,308 |
| 4.2 | Figo | 2,602 |
| 4.7 | Hartville | 165 |
| 4.9 | Healthy Paws | 10,008 |
| 4.9 | Lemonade | 805 |
| 4.6 | ManyPets | 2,343 |
| 4.0 | MetLife | 652 |
| 4.8 | Nationwide | 21,407 |
| 4.3 | Pet Assure | 12 |
| 4.5 | PetPartners | 113 |
| 4.3 | Pets Best | 12,229 |
| 4.6 | Pumpkin | 1,473 |
| 4.6 | Spot | 7,024 |
| 4.9 | Trupanion | 73,550 |
| 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
We were looking for a vet who would be good with an Alpha male dominant / scaredy rescue dog in the area, and hit the jackpot with Dr. Dunn. First of all, my mixed terrier felt homey in the house-like setting, and wasn’t as afraid as he usually is in Fl. Take that, plus the very relaxed, calm, kind attitude of the Dr., we were able to get every shot done that my dog was due for. The yearly vet visit is usually my own worse day of the year, but was a piece of cake with Dr. Dunn. He’s truly the dog whisperer, and I highly recommend this vet.
posted: 09/27/2022
Dr Dunn is a great guy, Kody took to him right away. I feel confident if anything arises we will get straight information from Dr. Dunn.
posted: 03/05/2023
Dr. Dunn is old school. Cares about your fur babies and your pocketbook. Great quick visit. Thank you.
posted: 07/14/2023
Old school which is something I love about Dr. Dunn. Kind and professional and treats the animals with respect. His prices are so fair and reasonable. I have brought many of my pets there over the years and trust him completely. I'm moving out of state and only hope I can find someone as kind as Dr. Dunn.
posted: 07/26/2019
Dr Dunn went out of his way to help my Tesla. But she passed away due to heàrt problems. We all did the best we could. Thanks Doc for your help. Randy
posted: 08/28/2021