Tri-County Small Animal Hospital

4.6 (151)
1054 E Tri County Blvd, Oliver Springs, TN 37840, USA

Hours:

Monday: 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM

Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM

Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM

Friday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Saturday: Closed

Sunday: Closed

How to Save Money at Tri-County 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:

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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bri ley

The receptionist did a good job explaining and confirming what I wanted during the appointment, and informing me of prices and optional additions. The tech was kind and patient with my old girl who has a hard time moving, and my small skittish dog that is still very nervous at the vet with new people around her. All of the technicians and assistants were kind and patient with my dogs as we did all of the tests. They kept us comfortable and informed during our entire visit while they ran tests and waited for results. And, their prices are good. They offer packages for senior checkups, which I deeply appreciate. It is hard to know what to do to keep your babies healthy, but they spell out some good steps for you. I am very appreciative. This place is an hour away from me in good traffic, but I think it's well worth it.

posted: 07/21/2023

Kendall Hankinson

Great experience with tri-county! My lil rabbit came down with an ear infection and head tilt and they were quick to get us in and have him taken care of! Very friendly and very efficient! So thankful to them for all their kindness and help

posted: 11/16/2023

Garrett Shea

This is the best small animal veterinarians in the Knoxville metropolitan area. The staff is very kind and explains things to the best of their knowledge. They take great care of all the animals and if tests are needed to confirm any issues they can handle it. Dr Osborne is amazing, kind, and doesn’t mislead with any information. She speaks to the facts that she knows and what the test results show. They recently remodeled too and it’s very clean inside. Very friendly staff.

posted: 09/02/2023

Roger Wilco

This is not an animal hospital. Its a clinic. They do great nails and have a small lab to do basic diagnostic tests.. If its basic flea and tick stuff or nails and hair they are great. They have the potential to really help your animal to maintain a long and healthy life. IF YOU LOVE YOUR ANIMAL LIKE FAMILY PLEASE READ MY EXPERIENCE BEFORE YOU GO FOR ANYTHING. ESPECIALLY IF YOU FEEL IS A SERIOUS HEALTH ISSUE, They can be very sweet but, if stressed will not refrain from saying smart comments about you personally or as a pet owner . This lack of professional conduct is tolerated there. In fact unprofessional conduct is an issue with a few employees. The boss acts in this manner as well.. So heads up if your plan to try and speak with the vet during your appointment. Often i would get demeaning comments from the vet when i tried to speak with her or try to interact with her during an appointment . So if you suspect something serious DO NOT GO HERE. @*If you dont wanna read the long of my post the short is they charged me over 700 bucks and did not do the most basic :cheap: tests but rather went straight to the most expensive. My 2nd opinion Veterinarian diagnosed and started to help my animals suffering for $80 total w/meds and on the first visit*@ . If you suspect anything serious please take your animal elsewhere. The suffering of your animal is of no concern to Tri-county Animal Hospital. The one and only concern is your money. My animal had symptoms very obvious to my friends and family that are Drs and 2 vet buddies (not good to mix business and personal life IMO). So when i finally broke down and asked my friends and family for help (the physician and 2 Vets as well as a Biology PhD ) the first thing they did and in under 3 mins was to diagnosed my dog with a tumor with no doubt to them . I went to my friend thats a vet and within 10 mins we knew it was a tumor. All it took was a simple physical evaluation of the area affexted with a light and scope and 1 xray. Tri County Animal Hospital will ran expensive tests for much more rare illnesses before the basics like an xray or in my case just to look at the area my animal was bleeding from . I was worried about my animal and at the time trusted their judgement. The other vet i went to told me they distrusted that veterinarian and didnt want to keep the test results they did . They did look the results over though of course . So my poor dog was suffering and in pain this whole time !! Its my fault for going to the wrong vet clinic and prolonging his suffering. So please if its anything serious.. anything but nails and check ups please dont go. If you do go there prepare as you watch as your animal crying out in pain and terrible suffering . I dont want to feel this way ,but its true we pay about anything when our best buddies suffer . They know and are banking on that. pictures of my animal after i left that place. They wanted 30 bucks to clean up the blood on him. then they wanted to cut his nails. How would you feel if your animal is bleeding uncontrollable and the animal "hospital" is refusing to admit the animal without first paying 300 dollars up front. During normal business hours. Then there as my animal bleed uncontrollably they already are trying to maximize profit by washing of the blood and cutting his short already cut nails.. I have the receipts.

posted: 03/21/2023

Mr. Wright

Brought my puppy in because she was not eating and was sick. They were quick to run tests and figure out the best way to solve the problem. When I called them to see if I could just come in, they were able to squeeze me in. I didn't have an appointment that day so I am grateful they were able to work us in.

posted: 06/10/2023