The Animal Doctor of Selmer
4.6 (197) 825 E Poplar Ave, Selmer, TN 38375, USAHours:
Monday: 8:00 AM – 12:30 PM, 1:30 – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 12:30 PM, 1:30 – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 12:30 PM, 1:30 – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 12:30 PM, 1:30 – 5:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 12:30 PM, 1:30 – 5:00 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at The Animal Doctor of Selmer
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 | 11,756 |
| 4.9 | Embrace | 17,140 |
| 4.9 | Fetch | 18,308 |
| 4.2 | Figo | 2,602 |
| 4.7 | Hartville | 165 |
| 4.9 | Healthy Paws | 10,008 |
| 4.9 | Lemonade | 805 |
| 4.6 | ManyPets | 2,343 |
| 4.0 | MetLife | 652 |
| 4.8 | Nationwide | 21,407 |
| 4.3 | Pet Assure | 12 |
| 4.5 | PetPartners | 113 |
| 4.3 | Pets Best | 12,229 |
| 4.6 | Pumpkin | 1,473 |
| 4.6 | Spot | 7,024 |
| 4.9 | Trupanion | 73,550 |
| 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
The vet is absolutely wonderful, compassionate and takes time to talk to you. He and his staff made me saying goodbye to my fur baby as loving and gentle as could be. With my new baby..... always happy to see us and get puppy kisses.
posted: 07/04/2023
The only “complaint” I have is the wait. I understand every now and then it just takes longer because they’re busy but every time I’ve gone no matter for what reason, I at least just wait for 30-45 minutes
posted: 08/10/2023
The entire staff went out of their way to help my Jr and myself. When I went I thought my only option was to put Jr to sleep. But they saved him and will find him a good home too. I don't know all their names but thank you so much for being so kind to us. Greg Huggins
posted: 07/12/2022
I have to say that I am so happy I chose this place for many reasons. The Dr. is very helpful in information you may ask or getting you more information when needed. I truly love it the most because of the girls up front. I could be having a crummy day and going there makes me laugh and forget about things. The girls just love all of my animals and make them feel safe and I am really happy about that. I think that Olivia is just such an asset to this place. She is just always so happy and excited to see you. You can tell that she is meant to be working with animals! Presley and Taylor are amazing and willing to help you out. Thanks to all of you for dealing with me and my plethora of animals!!
posted: 01/05/2023
10/10 Everybody was polite, helpful, and caring. The Dr. was caring and to the point! Very informative! The prices were AMAZING! He spared us the cost of x-rays bc the treatment would be the same w/o them. Which I felt was absolutely right. This was for an older dog that has lost use of her back legs. I thought it was something to do with her spine. And Spinal Stroke was literally the first thing he said!! They did not load you up with stuff and jack up the price!! They had a very gentle, informative pamphlet that I had never seen in any other office. About knowing when and how to say goodbye to your pet. There were options. Even urns on the shelf to choose from!!! What was really nice and heart warming... Was a candle. With a sign. It read: If this candle is burning, it is for someone saying goodbye to their pet. Please be respectful of their grieving at this time. 10 out of 10 ABSOLUTELY!
posted: 01/26/2023