Tickle Small Animal Hospital

4.4 (94)

2407 River Dr, Knoxville, TN 37996, USA

Best Pet Insurance in Knoxville, Tennessee 2025

Hours:

Monday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM

Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM

Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM

Thursday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM

Friday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM

Saturday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM

Sunday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM

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How to Save Money at Tickle Small Animal Hospital

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:

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4.7	Hartville	165
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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.

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Reviews from Google

Eric “Buck” Buckner

Well when we got there I thought we were going to have to stand there giving them information that honestly could have waited to be given till after my dog was being seen and cared for. You also would have thought they actually weren't that big fans of animals after all as they seemed almost bored and unconcerned about our issue but the vets who actually took care of her, my dog, were thorough and polite. She has to stay there over night and we are expecting a bill of $1,500 which couldn't come at a worse time but hopefully it is worth it as far as there level of care and making sure she is alright as our fur-babies are family and mean a lot to us

posted: 12/01/2023

K G

I brought my English Springer Spaniel in late on a Sunday night for bloat. The staff was able to do most of my intake over the phone. When I arrived, someone RAN to the lobby to retrieve my poor boy. Soon, I was met by Dr. Basket who was very kind and informative while giving me an update and walking me through everything while I was emotional. He was put into emergency surgery, done by Dr. Janas, who was also very informative and kind. After surgery, I was allowed to go in to see my dog and try to feed him because he wasn't eating yet. Danielle was also very helpful and gave me frequent updates. They sent my guy home with clear instructions, proper meds, and prescription food. I am endlessly grateful for the team at UT that saved my dog's life. I just keep looking over at him, amazed that he survived. Thank you so much.

posted: 05/11/2023