HealthPointe Veterinary Clinic
4.8 (603) 740 Shoals Rd, Duncan, SC 29334, USAHours:
Monday: 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Tuesday: 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Wednesday: 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Thursday: 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Friday: 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at HealthPointe Veterinary 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 | 891 |
| 4.5 | ASPCA | 11,714 |
| 4.9 | Embrace | 16,675 |
| 4.9 | Fetch | 11,124 |
| 4.2 | Figo | 2,598 |
| 4.7 | Hartville | 164 |
| 4.9 | Healthy Paws | 9,976 |
| 4.9 | Lemonade | 805 |
| 4.6 | ManyPets | 2,335 |
| 4.0 | MetLife | 626 |
| 4.8 | Nationwide | 21,404 |
| 4.3 | Pet Assure | 12 |
| 4.5 | PetPartners | 112 |
| 4.3 | Pets Best | 12,058 |
| 4.6 | Pumpkin | 1,425 |
| 4.6 | Spot | 6,848 |
| 4.9 | Trupanion | 67,964 |
| 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
This group is wonderful. We had a sick Guinea pig in 2020. Even through all that Covid protocol they took great care of Snow! Recently we saw a Dr. about Shadow our other Guinea pig. So far they have been very helpful and caring.
posted: 06/20/2023
Took both of my dogs in today for a Rabies shot which it what was scheduled I don’t like being nickel and dimmed to death which is what this place does. Both of my dogs are brother and sister and have been to the vet on a regular basis and I was charged today 436.00 for the 2 of them that was just supposed to be a visit for rabies. I have a 3rd dog that I took to another local vet probably larger than this one and I had the identical same stuff do to here it was $75.98 So the way I look at it if you want someone to nickel and dime you to death here your vet, all I ask it to be straight forward and honest. They also did not get my records for the other vet but so only did a 1yr on one of my dogs vs the 3yr. This is a shady way to do business.
posted: 06/06/2023
We have been with Healthpointe now for about as long as they have been open. A wonderful staff. They are so good to all of our fur babies.
posted: 08/15/2023
In the past we have had excellent care for our dogs with Dr. Jacobs. Yesterday we brought our dogs in for their yearly visit and saw a different vet. She was impatient with our pups, annoyed with my questions regarding care for the dogs and when I brought concerns regarding effects of medication on the dogs she gave me the “scientific basis” for them and basically dismissed my concerns. Even the first assistant that came in also seemed annoyed with my questions and treated me like I should be more aware of what they believe is needed for their care. If I had not had the pervious positive experience I would not be returning here. Thankfully I am able to request Dr. Jacobs for future visits.
posted: 06/14/2023
My 13 year old dog got really sick and the team at HealthPointe was able to give us an appointment at the same day. Dr. Wiltsie explained everything what is going on with my dog and about the treatments. The staff called me on the next day to check how's she's doing and also called me back fast, after I had one concern. Great service, friendly and experienced, definitely recommend this clinic.
posted: 06/06/2023