Pet Doctor
3.4 (254) 2321 Dick Pond Rd, Surfside Beach, SC 29575, USAHours:
Monday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at Pet Doctor
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 | 11,713 |
| 4.9 | Embrace | 16,627 |
| 4.9 | Fetch | 10,616 |
| 4.2 | Figo | 2,598 |
| 4.7 | Hartville | 164 |
| 4.9 | Healthy Paws | 9,975 |
| 4.9 | Lemonade | 805 |
| 4.6 | ManyPets | 2,332 |
| 4.0 | MetLife | 625 |
| 4.8 | Nationwide | 21,404 |
| 4.3 | Pet Assure | 12 |
| 4.5 | PetPartners | 112 |
| 4.3 | Pets Best | 12,053 |
| 4.6 | Pumpkin | 1,425 |
| 4.6 | Spot | 6,829 |
| 4.9 | Trupanion | 67,550 |
| 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
I would never, never, never go here. A couple years ago I brought my dog in and he was bleeding from his nose and mouth. I sat there at 0830, I went through a whole role of paper towels covered in blood and they wouldn’t see him until 1230 because of ‘appointments’. Unfortunately my dog aspirated, passed away, and I still had to pay for the procedure they likely didn’t do or knew they didn’t have to. (I don’t why I forgot about this place, I honestly thought it was closed so I’m posting this really late)
posted: 03/29/2024
Prices are high, but overall service was ok. The vet techs were super nice and loving towards my 4 legged baby, the vet .. she was in the room for a total of maybe 3 minutes and not seen again. Overall, a 50$ deposit to make an appointment and another 150$ on the day of for 1 flea pill and 14 days worth of apoquel (I made the appointment for a allergy shot that usually last 3 months) and told I need to come back in 2 weeks. I am positive I won't be returning to this facility.
posted: 03/28/2023
Unfortunately I should have read the reviews before taking my pet to this place. Beware! They price gouge for ever possible charge that relates to your pet's visit. The estimate I received for a spay was more than 50% of other Vets and they require all the services. In past experience with other Vets some services are optional. Not at this Vet, they are all mandatory. When i saw the price, and was told all services are mandatory, I tried to cancel the appointment, that was 3 weeks away and was told the deposit was nonrefundable and that that notification was captured on tape. They refused to refund my $100 deposit. Caution, Caution, any deposits you pay to to this Vet are nonrefundable. It seems their goal is to get paid for doing nothing.
posted: 11/09/2023
We have been clients of The Pet Doctor for over 13 years, 3 dogs and 2 grand dogs. Dr. Stephanie and her staff have always been friendly, professional and attentive. The Pet Doctor provides a wonderful service to our family and this community! They love all breeds, both large and small, from Chihuahuas, to Labs, to Pits to Mastiffs.
posted: 05/21/2021
They aren't friendly, they gouge with ridiculous fee. Give shots that aren't needed and recommend anything and everything for your dog whether or not necessary. They charge for med records from other vets when transferred, biohazard fees and the multi pet discount is $5. This is a slap 👋 n the face for a discount $5, but gouge you on everything else. I spent 3 hours in their office. Moved from WA state, my dog's records were sent from previous vet, I asked for copies for my records. I was told by law I couldn't get copies. What this is my dog's records what's wrong with this??? Records fee, what's that for, that was not disclosed at All!!!! Apparently there is a problem with thfacility. Response is false, record fee was never disclosed.
posted: 09/22/2023