Avian and Exotic Pet Clinic of Roanoke
4.6 (60) Lower Front Parking Lot, left side of Tanglewood West Building, 3959 Electric Rd #155, Roanoke, VA 24018, USAHours:
Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: Closed
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at Avian and Exotic Pet Clinic of Roanoke
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
Absolutely amazing visit for my pet rats Jack and Ennis. Everyone was just awesome to talk to and made it a lot easier on me, a new pet owner, to understand what I need to do for medications for my babies. I really enjoyed talking with Dr. Stewart who was upfront about cost and the potential dangers. The technicians were also just incredible and the one gentleman who explained things to me when I first got there was so polite.
posted: 06/13/2023
Dr. Stewart has been the vet for my exotics since before he opened his own clinic- he stays current and I fully trust his opinions. Also much appreciated is the compassionate nature of the care he and his staff have given my companion critters. Definitely recommended.
posted: 09/19/2023
Dr. Stewart and his staff took amazing care of my ferret while I lived in Roanoke. I appreciated how they took my concerns seriously and did everything they could to diagnose and treat my ferret during every visit. I always felt like my pet was treated with the same importance as a member of the family. I have unfortunately moved away from the area and have not found an exotic animal practice with the same quality and skill. However, I will always be thankful of the care my pet received while I lived in Roanoke and how it undoubtedly contributed to my ferret living a long and happy life.
posted: 02/27/2023
I can't say enough about Dr. Stewart and his team. He has taken my bunnies on multiple occasions for same day emergencies even though they were very busy. Dr. Stewart helped me as I said goodbye to our sweet 7 year old bunny and did everything he could with her during her last few hours of life and even stayed with her during the night and kept me updated so I could come and say goodbye. It is so hard to find an exotic vet that truly cares and understands especially during emergencies. Donna ( I think is her name) is always so sweet and caring at the front desk. If you have a bunny or any other pet, I can't recommend Avian and Exotic clinic enough.
posted: 02/24/2023
Dr. Stewart & his team took wonderful care of my leopard gecko! I had taken my gecko to a different vet three separate times for shedding issues and they kept telling me that he was fine and the shedding issues were normal (which I knew wasn't the case). Immediately upon receiving my gecko Dr. Stewart knew what the underlying issue was. It had gotten to the point where there were several other complications and he had to stay the night, but when I picked him up the next day he looked like a brand new lizard. He not only looked better, but I could tell that he felt so much better too. It is obvious that Avian & Exotic really cares about the animals and educating owners. I was also shocked by how affordable the services were considering that my pet needed fairly extensive treatment. I'm so grateful for everything Dr. Stewart & his team did for my gecko!
posted: 09/20/2022
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