The Urban Pet
4.6 (48) 6514 TN-100, Nashville, TN 37205, USAHours:
Monday: 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Wednesday: Closed
Thursday: 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Friday: 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at The Urban Pet
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 | 11,723 |
| 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.
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
All 3 of my dogs have loved Dr Burgess. We had to put one of ours to sleep and when I say they were so sweet and caring throughout the whole sickness and passing. They even sent flowers. Had to switch vets bc of a move but we are back now. We are treated like family and they know us and love our dogs. You couldn't ask for a better vet.
posted: 08/10/2023
The Urban Pet is a place with so much love, care and compassion, I just can't express it!. Dr Jill Burgess and her staff are so lovely and true in their devotion to caring for our pets and ultimately us. My little dog Madeline was in great need of care and they managed to get us in right away and made things happen very quickly. She was so complete in her examination that she found issues that have been bothering Madeline for a long time but were never confirmed or addressed by the other vets I had taken her to. I was told she was just that way when in reality she was in pain. I am over the moon grateful to Dr Burgess for her care and expertise in operating on and caring for my sweet dog in the gentlest of ways. Her kindness, and the sweetness of her staff went a long way for me at a time that my dog and I really needed some loving, positive help. Thank you so much for taking care of Madeline. You are angels on earth! I will recommend you, with confidence, to everyone in need of a wonderful, competent, loving veterinary practice! 🐶💕💕💕⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️+++
posted: 02/19/2023
Dr. Burgess and the staff are wonderful. They took excellent care of my Sadie during her dental cleaning, and explained everything thoroughly. Other animal hospitals in the area charge exorbitant fees for this service, and the cost was very affordable. I highly recommend them.
posted: 07/06/2021
Lots if dogs have passed through my house over many years, and different vets have followed. This place has been the best for too many reasons to count.
posted: 07/11/2023
Dr. Burgess is great, so caring for my kitten today that I could not get an appointment until after Memorial Day or weeks down the road with other vet clinics.
posted: 05/27/2021
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