Bark & Purr Veterinary Clinic
4.4 (80) 157 Country Ln Dr #6803, Lumberton, TX 77657, USAHours:
Monday: 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 7:30 – 11:00 AM
Thursday: 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 7:30 – 11:00 AM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at Bark & Purr Veterinary 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:
| Rating | Provider | Total Review |
|---|---|---|
| 4.4 | AKC | 891 |
| 4.5 | ASPCA | 11,713 |
| 4.9 | Embrace | 16,627 |
| 4.9 | Fetch | 10,616 |
| 4.2 | Figo | 2,598 |
| 4.7 | Hartville | 164 |
| 4.9 | Healthy Paws | 9,975 |
| 4.9 | Lemonade | 805 |
| 4.6 | ManyPets | 2,332 |
| 4.0 | MetLife | 625 |
| 4.8 | Nationwide | 21,404 |
| 4.3 | Pet Assure | 12 |
| 4.5 | PetPartners | 112 |
| 4.3 | Pets Best | 12,053 |
| 4.6 | Pumpkin | 1,425 |
| 4.6 | Spot | 6,829 |
| 4.9 | Trupanion | 67,550 |
| 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
I was 15, and took my cat here to get him fixed. He was a stray at first so he still had fleas. During the consult i told them (lady upfront and the doctor) he had fleas and they said it wasn't an issue. Also, during the consult I asked for a clear price after tax because I wasn't going to have extra money and I was a kid paying for all of this myself (this was a year and a half ago). They told me 103$ after taxes and everything and reassured thats the final price of the fix. I was only making 8$ an hour and it was a struggle coming up with the money to begin with. Especially for my age at the time. I come to pick him up after surgery and the suddenly the price was over my budget because they gave him a flea treatment I didn't consent too nor was I informed about. I told them I couldn't pay the new price and I only paid for the fix which was the agreed price during consult. I specifically mentioned he had fleas and never once did they bring up they were going to do a treatment on him. I try to set up appointments for my new animals and said I wasn't allowed to service with them because of the outstanding balance. That i NEVER consented too. The lady upfront is incredibly passive aggressive and the company took advantage of a simple transaction between them and a 15 year old girl trying to get her cat fixed.
posted: 10/04/2023
so i asked my to wife called back after making the appointment to check on how much it was gonna cost and you would of thought from the reaction of the lady on the phone that I committed some type of crime and when my wife got there Dr. lebus kept asking her over and over again if she need to call her husband and let him know the prices and at one point asked if she wanted him to treat our dog or tell her the prices. she said she felt like he was belittling her. she felt uncomfortable and me or her will never be back.
posted: 06/19/2023
If you're a cat owner struggling to find the right vet, this is the review for you. After deciding to adopt a few cats last year, everything has been great except trying to find a vet. We were really struggling with who to choose that's close to home. I read nearly every review for Bark & Purr, and the only cat reviews seemed to be negative. Well, I can assure you, they are either fake reviews or they tried to bring in feral cats, which they clearly state that they don't see. The staff and Dr. LeBus are excellent. He and the nurses were great with our (very nervous) cats. We had them both neutered at Bark & Purr and had zero issues post-op. I would most definitely recommend Bark & Purr to any fellow cat owners!
posted: 06/02/2021
Hi everyone my name is Scott Michael I have dog named princess and 5 cats I take my animals here for about a month now the team there is extremely awesome! There very caring and understanding and I enjoy seeing them help my pets I highly recommend taking your animals here! They might not be the cheapest place to go, but they make up for it in how they treat you and your animals! Thank You Team Bark and Purr and Dr Lebus for everything you do!
posted: 11/19/2021
Dr. LeBus is a wonderful veterinarian. He is calm, joyful, down-to-earth and he loves your pets (cats and dogs only). He speaks to you as a friend and a professor, teaching you about your pet and whatever they have going on so you can understand. A very patient and kind doctor. Also, it is usually quite easy to get in quickly. We have been with him for over 9 years now and wouldn't go anywhere else. He is just wonderful.
posted: 07/24/2018