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Southside Animal Hospital

4.8 (705)

5837 Nolensville Pk, Nashville, TN 37211, USA

Best Pet Insurance in Nashville, Tennessee 2024

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: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Sunday: Closed

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How to Save Money at Southside 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?

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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

Geri McBride

I took my Great Pyrenees, Buddy to Southside Animal Hospital for a second opinion when I was encouraged a few days earlier by another Vet Clinic to schedule surgery to have a large lump removed from his back. This Vet Clinic made no tests other than the one they had made with positive results a year earlier and there was no change in the lump. The doctor stated her belief that the lump was cancerous & surgery would be needed to remove it, but without testing. Thankfully, I did not listen to what the other Vet Clinic suggested & I scheduled an appointment for a second opinion at Southside Animal Hospital. My appointment was at 10AM & a very nice lady came & took us to an exam room just a minute later, no waiting. The girls up front was also friendly & nice. I think Buddy & I really lucked up when we were seen by Dr Weaver. She was the nicest, kindest person ever & I felt she really cared about Buddy, not like so many vets in the past, just push & shove, hurry up, get your money & get you out the door. As it turned out after Dr Weaver made tests, Buddy was 'fit as a fiddle" & did not need surgery. I think it is despicable that a Vet would suggest surgery on an animal with no tests whatsoever, just what they think & with dollar signs in their eyes. Needless to say, Southside Animal Hospital will be our place to go from now on. I would recommend it to anybody that has been looking for great professional care for their pets BUDDY GIVES DR WEAVER 11 STARS!!

posted: 06/12/2024

Melanie Brown

Dr Sara Anderson has been so caring and compassionate with both of my dogs. She was especially kind with my dog, Scout, who had been diagnosed with cancer after having a high-grade mast cell tumor removed by a different vet 1-31-23. She gave me various options if I start to notice symptoms that his condition is worsening. As his cancer progressed she walked through it with me. Thank you, Dr. Anderson, for being the kind, caring vet I have been searching for!

posted: 05/23/2024

Michael Ginsburg

Southside has been our go-to vet for a few years now and every experience has been pleasant and helpful. They were very accommodating when my dog passed away and they take great care of our new one!

posted: 07/03/2024

Nic Bechtel

Loving, careful, thoughtful and helpful. They’re very polite and have helped our two cats and one dog live a happy, healthy life. We had an issue with our dog having allergic reactions to vaccines. Southside offered our pup, Mallow, free antibiotics, pain meds, and service to make sure he was well after his vaccines. They are very understanding and show true care and attention to detail. Would highly recommend these folks.

posted: 04/11/2024

Brian Bell

I don't have to worry about finding a good veterinarians office after moving here from another state. The staff was very friendly and I got the feeling they truly cared for my 2 best friends. I haven't had a lot of dealings with them yet but I am pretty sure I made a good choice. I have a brother who's a veterinarian in another state and told him what they said and did and he said "You are obviously better at picking out a vet than you are a wife". So I have that going for me 🤷‍♂️

posted: 07/12/2024

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