Southside Animal Hospital and Wellness Center
4.6 (95) 12000 Industry Way Bldg. N, 5-6, Anchorage, AK 99515, USAHours:
Monday: 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Tuesday: 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Wednesday: 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Thursday: 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Friday: 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at Southside Animal Hospital and Wellness Center
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 | 889 |
| 4.7 | ASPCA | 11,414 |
| 4.9 | Embrace | 14,242 |
| 4.9 | Fetch | 2,055 |
| 4.4 | Figo | 2,580 |
| 4.7 | Hartville | 164 |
| 4.9 | Healthy Paws | 7,477 |
| 4.9 | Lemonade | 783 |
| 3.2 | ManyPets | 2,156 |
| 4.6 | MetLife | 493 |
| 4.8 | Nationwide | 21,393 |
| 4.3 | Pet Assure | 12 |
| 4.7 | PetPartners | 110 |
| 4.5 | Pets Best | 7,196 |
| 4.3 | Pumpkin | 1,163 |
| 4.7 | Spot | 5,275 |
| 4.9 | Trupanion | 60,301 |
| 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
My family had to put down our 17 year old Pom. The staff at this clinic were absolutely amazing and kind to her. They treated her with dignity until the moment she passed, and they gave her the most gentle and BEST CARE. They didn’t spare any treats or pets. They also gave us so much time with her and even let us tell them when we were ready. they never pushed us or hurries us. They continuously asked us if we wanted more time. They also explained everything that was going on. I am so grateful we went here. We are heartbroken, so being around people who are genuinely kind and understand made it a little less painful.
posted: 07/01/2023
They have been my vet clinic for over 25 years and 4 pets. They are compassionate and helpful. My Louie 12.6 yrs old just passed a month ago and his cremation was handled here, along with my new rescue puppy of 10 wks. Thank you to all the Dr's and staff. I also appreciate the follow-up calls on my pets. You can't go wrong coming to Southside!
posted: 07/04/2022
Southside Animal Hospital and Wellness Center is a fabulous place! They are always able to get my furry friend in for a visit and take such good care of him. Everyone is kind, caring and the doctors really know how to care for animals. Thank you for all that you do!
posted: 04/20/2023
The wonderful vets and staff at Southside Animal Hospital have been taking care of my dogs and cats for the past many years. They have practical and thoughtful approaches to pet welfare - and they follow up with phone calls to make sure everything is going well for your pet.
posted: 05/01/2023
We have using Southside Animal Hospital and Wellness Center for well over 20 years now. The staff is just great, they love our fur buddies as much as we do. In the last couple of years we lost 2 of our dogs to health issues. The staff was so very understanding and they miss our Daisy Mae and Lexi Lu just as much as we do. Daisy Mae was always happy to visit with her best buddy Angie. Even though Daisy Mae was fading fast she just loved Angie. Daisy Mae would go from being very sick to acting like everything was fine, once she saw Angie. You can believe if the staff didn't treat our fur buddies with love and understanding we would not use them. But they do love our fur buddies as much as we do. Many thanks to the staff for their treating our fur buddies with love and being so professional. John and Ruth
posted: 09/21/2022
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