McCormick Animal Clinic

4.6 (234)
3252 Blackwood Dr, Nashville, TN 37214, USA

Hours:

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 McCormick Animal 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 891
4.5 ASPCA 11,723
4.9 Embrace 16,841
4.9 Fetch 13,945
4.2 Figo 2,599
4.7 Hartville 165
4.9 Healthy Paws 9,991
4.9 Lemonade 805
4.6 ManyPets 2,338
4.0 MetLife 636
4.8 Nationwide 21,405
4.3 Pet Assure 12
4.5 PetPartners 112
4.3 Pets Best 12,146
4.6 Pumpkin 1,425
4.6 Spot 6,873
4.9 Trupanion 70,209
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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Terri Williams

I highly recommend Dr. John McCormick to take great care of your fur babies! He has cared for several of our cats over the last 20 years. His calm and caring demeanor is a blessing throughout all stages of your pet's life. His friendly staff are amazing as well!!

posted: 05/23/2024

Deb Stokes

Our fur babies always receive the best care! The staff are awesome and display a genuine sense of purpose and compassion! We saw a locums vet this time and she was great!!! Highly recommend McCormick Animal Clinic!

posted: 08/15/2024

Stuart Getz

I have nothing but wonderful things to say about McCormick Animal Clinic. Both Doctor McCormick and Dr. Hillary were so attentive and caring. Our senior dog Lazar got very sick with a respiratory infection. I couldn’t afford hospitalization, so Dr. McCormick said I could transport him daily and they cared for and medicated him - this was a last ditch effort. After 5 days of this impromptu acute care and hand feeding, Lazar turned the corner. A bit of a miracle and it’s given me an xtra few quality years with my best friend. I will always be so grateful! You can trust these folks - they’re exceptional.

posted: 02/04/2024

Dallas W.

Speedy and exceptional care. Staff go over invoices and costs super well, right in the room. Checking with you several times prior to services. I brought both my cats here and my large senior dog. Appreciate them letting you be with your pet during the exam upon request. I wouldn't go here if they wouldn't let me be a part of the exam, so it's greatly appreciated. Especially after going through 3 different vet practices just this year.. The only complaints would be wishing staff felt more comfortable drawing blood..on both cats and dogs. And would actually attempt to do so instead of just saying they can't. Then getting a Dr to draw blood on the back leg of a very large dog.. with very big veins.. Who is trained for needle pokes etc. The easiest patient to get blood from and they wouldn't even try. The Dr was visibly annoyed by this. Vet techs should know how to draw blood if they have a license and are getting paid for those services. End of discussion. Dr can't do everything without a solid, trained team. And other complaint would be lots of chaos in the boarding department. I don't personally believe pets should board where healthcare is the goal. Especially surgeries or sensitive procedures. Where sick animals are being hospitalized or are recovering from a trauma. Very loud in the clinic from the boarding side. Both in the exam room and in the lobby, so if you have a shy pet definitely get some form of sedation. Very loud. Which is expected with boarding facilities but makes hearing your veterinarian difficult. While waiting for your appointment you will encounter pets coming in for boarding, grooming, nail trims, etc. I had to push a hyper dog off me and my cat so please be aware people come in frequently with high energy anxious pets. Happened all 3 separate times I went to McCormick Animal Clinic. Had to physically move away from hyper dogs. People definitely like to let their dogs come up to you and jump on you, etc. Not okay- period. Wish some intervention came from the reception staff.

posted: 07/29/2024

Roxanne Gordon

I have been coming to McCormicks Animal clinic for the past 20 years . I drive a good distance to keep them.almost an hour one way They are caring and very compassionate . I trust only them with my fur babies when I go out of town . They are like extended family and my boys Paul and Blue two Aussies see them for all their needs. Grooming , boarding and vet care . They are always excited to see them which says alot to me and comforts me when I have to leave them . They have taken care of several of my pets over the past 20 years . I highly recommend them for your pet care

posted: 07/17/2023