Rolling Hills Veterinary Services
4.5 (205) 9916 US Hwy 78 E E, Anniston, AL 36207, USAHours:
Monday: 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Thursday: 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Friday: 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Saturday: 7:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at Rolling Hills Veterinary Services
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 4.5 | AKC | 1,796 |
| 4.5 | ASPCA | 12,099 |
| 4.9 | Embrace | 19,746 |
| 4.9 | Fetch | 5,310 |
| 4.1 | Figo | 2,828 |
| 4.5 | Hartville | 179 |
| 4.9 | Healthy Paws | 11,027 |
| 4.8 | Lemonade | 822 |
| 4.6 | ManyPets | 2,413 |
| 4.7 | MetLife | 8,226 |
| 4.8 | Nationwide | 24,744 |
| 3.9 | Pet Assure | 15 |
| 4.3 | PetPartners | 121 |
| 4.9 | Pets Best | 8,890 |
| 4.8 | Pumpkin | 3,072 |
| 4.6 | Spot | 10,812 |
| 4.9 | Trupanion | 55,032 |
| 4.8 | Prudent Pet | 2,664 |
| 4.3 | Adoro | 4 |
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 don't normally review businesses. I usually let it go but this one I cannot. Our vet of more than 20+ years retired in January of 2024 without notice due to unexpected health issues. He and his office staff were caring individuals that loved animals. However, this untimely retirement left us in a rush to find another vet that could help us with our multiple furry friends. We were looking for a vet that would be like our last but I did not know where to start. I ended up choosing Rolling Hills in Anniston/Heflin as they were close to me. Even though I asked around town and most folks suggested that I try somewhere else first, I chose to stay local anyway. That was a mistake. The front office staff has never been friendly and they never could remember who I was when I came in every month for my dog's monthly pills. We scheduled a surgery for one of my older dogs. I got there on the morning of the surgery and they did not have me down. It was only after I produced the appointment card that they said that they would work me in. We had one of my girl dogs spayed last summer. After they performed the surgery they hit me with an additional charge for her being "obese". No discussion. No phone call. Just, "Hey, this is a lot more than we quoted you. Here is the bill." I overlooked this all. I was just trying to learn a new vet and they were trying to learn me. This all changed at Christmas time and really changed for the last time today. On Christmas morning I had a dog die. She was old and we knew it was coming. I called RHVS on December 26th to find out how to get her remains taken care of. They were still off for the holiday with no emergency contact or anyway to leave a message. It was left to me to call all over Alabama until I found a place in Birmingham that would help me. Today, I called and asked to speak to the vet about an up-coming appointment that I had for my dog, Hoover. I had already called yesterday asking to speak to him but was put off and never had a return call. Once he finally got on the phone today, he was real short with me. I tried to explain to him that Hoover had anxiety issues and would be real nervous coming in tomorrow. I asked if there was a pill we could give him to calm him before coming in. The vet started "attacking" me for lack of a better word saying that he will not treat an aggressive dog. I reiterated to him that he is not aggressive but just nervous. He has real anxiety issues but he stood his ground. Finally, with none of my attempts to change his mind were working, I asked him how long has he been practicing to which he replied 35 years. I asked him if he had ever seen a nervous dog with anxiety issues and he just repeated that he is not treating an aggressive dog. I told him I hated to hear that and I would be by to collect the files on my dogs and cats. If he refused to treat one, he cannot treat any. Other things that need to be mentioned is that they do not offer emergency appointments and they do not have an after hours contact. The vet I came from had all of these and more. Unfortunate that more like him are not around. This has put me in a spot as Hoover has a real problem that needs to be addressed. I am now on the search for another vet.
posted: 05/20/2025
Dr Whitaker and staff has always treated me and mine like family! They have been with me through many hard times and saying good bye to a few! I’ve used him for 12 yrs and I wouldn’t dream of using anyone else! We love y’all
posted: 11/12/2022
Very caring and dedicated staff. They know your pet and my pet loves them. Dr. Whitaker is awesome. He is aware of your pet's ongoing health issues. He always take the time to discuss your pet's health.
posted: 10/26/2020
I am giving this 1 star review based on correspondence with the office this morning ... RUDE OFFICE PRACTICE. I have now made 3 phone calls to the office to establish care for a new patient. I have not been told of the no new patients at this time, until this phone call. Told the young lady that maybe they need to make sure ALL staff knows this, as I was going to be set up for an appointment for next week when i spoke to them yesterday, was also told to call back today to see if any appointments were open via cancelation since I had to look at my work calendar to see what worked for me. After speaking to the young lady today and telling her maybe they need to inform all staff of the no new patients at this time, she hung up on me. RUDE.
posted: 04/10/2024
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