BrownDog Lodge Veterinary Clinic

4.8 (226)
9765 US-64, Arlington, TN 38002, USA

Hours:

Monday: 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Thursday: 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Friday: 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Saturday: 7:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Sunday: Closed

How to Save Money at BrownDog Lodge 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:

Top Pet Insurance Providers of 2024
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.

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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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Mary Ann Spracher

This group of people went above and beyond to provide care to our foster pups while we were transporting them from Austin, Texas to souther Illinois. Brown Dog is compassionate and caring and they went above and beyond!!!!! I cannot recommend more highly or say enough to sing their praises. Thank you guys. Puppies and Mini made it safely to Wright Way Rescue and I was able to get a good nights sleep to be ready for the road the next day. Brown Dog is amazing!!!!

posted: 11/28/2023

Libby Mask

We had such a great experience boarding our two pups for the first time during the holidays. I loved that the staff kept us up to date with their care, sending text confirmations of scheduled services during their stay. They even may note of our potential early arrival and called to confirm the day of so that they could provide our dogs care accordingly. I appreciate this location and will definitely be using them in the future for our pet's veterinary and lodging needs. Thank you BrownDog!

posted: 12/31/2023

Anna

I originally called in early December wanting the cost of services. The receptionist I talked to became irritated at me and told me she would email me in between patients. I sent the email, but she never responded until I sent a follow-up email wanting a response a whole month later. I also called and left a voicemail but never received a call back. When she did email me back, I felt that she had an attitude and could've put what she said during the phone call and email a lot nicer and more considerate. She told me, "this is entirely too much for a price quote" and "front desk does not do quotes for treatment." "We do not offer 'daycare' here at the vet clinic." I've never had somebody tell me at a vet clinic that they do not give out price quotes over the phone. I do not want to pay $53 to have my pet checked out, just to be unhappy with the staff and visit. I also know that at other clinics, the front desk actually gives out price quotes for multiple services without seeing the pet as stated above. I understand that every clinic here in Memphis does not offer daycare for cats, although it seemed like this one might've. But I didn't need to be told that they do not offer "daycare." Once again, this is something she could've put in nicer terms. This clinic also does not carry Royal Canin, which is the prescription brand that my pet needs to be on. They only carry Hill's. Also from how she worded it at least, it seems like the only form of flea/tick/heartworm treatment acceptable for boarding is a capstar tablet which isn't suitable for every pet. When I originally tried to book online through their system "Yourgi" the prices listed on there were confusing or non-existent, and it kept redirecting me to download their phone app instead of letting me use the website. She also stated, "There are additional charges for administering meds and several other extras to choose from the menu," but still didn't give me those prices.

posted: 01/09/2024

Mark Johnson

Our 13 y/o cocker has been a BDL daycare doggy since she was 12 weeks old. We were thrilled when they began providing veterinary care. Dr. Beck is so kind and provides well thought out, understandable explanations and instructions regarding Isabelle’s care. The staff is a joy to work with and It’s clear they love what they do. We’re so fortunate to have them looking after our Isabelle.

posted: 12/12/2022

Susan O

My dogs and I loved this place. I thought my 2 pointer dogs would be rather nervous and not have a lot of interaction with the other dogs but boy I was wrong. My older girl was very interested in watching all of the other dogs run and she stood right in the middle of the pack with her tail wagging. The reason I know this is because they had video cameras. I could watch at any time of the day to see what my girls were up to. The staff was very friendly and accommodating. I would highly recommend this place for day care.

posted: 08/19/2023