Double Oak Mountain Animal Hospital
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How to Save on Veterinary Costs at Double Oak Mountain Animal Hospital
Preventive care
Routine wellness exams can help identify health issues early, often before they become more serious or expensive to treat. Regular checkups are one of the most effective ways to manage long term veterinary costs.
Compare prescription pricing
Some pet medications prescribed at veterinary clinics may also be available through local or online pharmacies. It can be helpful to compare pricing when appropriate to reduce ongoing medication costs.
Consider pet insurance
Pet insurance may help cover a portion of eligible veterinary expenses depending on the plan, including accidents, illnesses, and in some cases preventive care. Coverage details, reimbursement levels, and deductibles vary by provider.
Why Pet Insurance Information Appears on This Page
Looking for information about Double Oak Mountain Animal Hospital? This page also includes pet insurance resources to help pet parents understand how to prepare for unexpected veterinary expenses.
Veterinary care costs can vary widely depending on the type of visit, treatment, or emergency. Many pet parents explore pet insurance before they need it so they are better prepared when unexpected situations arise.
How to Choose a Pet Insurance Provider
Pet Insurance Review helps pet parents compare insurance providers using verified customer reviews and real-world experiences. Our tools make it easier to evaluate providers based on claims experience, service quality, and overall satisfaction.
We have collected more than 220,000 reviews from pet parents, creating one of the largest independent databases of pet insurance feedback available.
How rankings are determined
Unexpected veterinary expenses can happen at any clinic. The providers below are ranked using verified reviews submitted by real pet parents through Pet Insurance Review. Results reflect overall satisfaction, claims experience, and value based on real world feedback. Rankings are updated regularly as new reviews are submitted.
| Rating | Provider | Total Review |
|---|---|---|
| 4.7 | Adoro | 11 |
| 4.5 | AKC | 1,798 |
| 4.4 | ASPCA | 12,182 |
| 4.9 | Embrace | 19,912 |
| 4.9 | Fetch | 5,705 |
| 4.1 | Figo | 2,852 |
| 4.4 | Hartville | 182 |
| 4.9 | Healthy Paws | 11,267 |
| 4.8 | Lemonade | 831 |
| 4.6 | ManyPets | 2,414 |
| 4.7 | MetLife | 10,402 |
| 4.8 | Nationwide | 25,439 |
| 3.9 | Pet Assure | 15 |
| 4.3 | PetPartners | 121 |
| 4.9 | Pets Best | 15,139 |
| 4.8 | Prudent Pet | 2,814 |
| 4.7 | Pumpkin | 3,403 |
| 4.6 | Spot | 11,359 |
| 4.9 | Trupanion | 55,033 |
Compare Pet Insurance Plans
You can compare coverage options from multiple providers to find a plan that fits your budget and your pet’s healthcare needs.
Getting to Know Your Veterinarian
Choosing a veterinarian is an important decision for pet parents. A strong vet relationship is built on trust, communication, and understanding your pet’s individual needs.
Experience
Ask whether the clinic has experience treating your specific type of pet, since care can vary between dogs, cats, and pocket pets.
Emergency Care Procedures
It’s helpful to understand how the clinic handles after-hours emergencies, including whether they provide emergency services or refer to nearby emergency hospitals.
Communication Preferences
Ask how the clinic communicates with pet parents, including updates, test results, and follow up questions.
Breed Specific Health Considerations
Some breeds may be more prone to certain health conditions. Early awareness can help with prevention and early treatment.
Facility Tour
If available, touring the clinic can help you and your pet feel more comfortable before the first visit.
Final Note
Pet care decisions often involve both medical and financial considerations. Having access to trusted veterinary information alongside pet insurance comparisons can help pet parents feel more confident when planning for their pet’s health and wellbeing.
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Reviews from Google
241 reviews
Double Oak Mountain Veterinary Clinic is amazing! Dr. Barbara Monaghan did her due diligence, unlike other vets. She actually did an ultrasound on my cat’s bladder to see where the blood was coming from because he didn’t have any crystals. It turned out he had a large mass, which was a tumor. She treated me with so much compassion and gave me a wealth of information and knowledge. She spent a lot of time explaining all the possibilities and how rare this case was. Although she’s retired now, she still works there some weeks. She’s the best vet I’ve ever met, and I’m so grateful she was there that night when my cat was blocked again from blood clots. Thank you again, Double Oak Mountain Veterinary Clinic. You all are the best!
Sep 27, 2024
I took my dog to their urgent care yesterday for evaluation of a minor injury (not serious enough for vet ED but needed to be seen before regular vet opened on Monday). The front desk staff were very welcoming and did an excellent job keeping me updated on expected length of wait. The care was prompt, efficient, and very reasonably priced compared to if the same issue had been addressed at one of the vet emergency rooms. The vet was efficient, kind to my pet, and did an excellent job explaining follow-up management and return precautions. I'm very grateful we have this option for afterhours/weekend issues for our pets in this area!
Sep 22, 2024
I went on a quest last month to find the “right” vet for my adorable 7 year old Chihuahua/Rat Terrier mix, Abbi. It was important to me to find a vet-owned vet hospital rather than a corporate-owned one (which is getting more challenging to find!). After speaking with a few vets and office staff, I found our vet, and I am so thrilled for both me & Abbi! I dropped by Double Oak Mountain Animal Hospital about a month ago with no appointment just to see what it felt like there, meet the front office staff, perhaps get a tour. I was blown away by the warmth & professionalism of the 2 receptionists when I introduced myself. They called up the practice manager, who came out and gave me a tour of the whole facility. She was lovely, provided me with much information about the various vets there, history of the hospital, and how the clinic operated. The office was pristine…no urine smell…really clean! The surgical area was incredible, state-of-the-art, and made me feel good that if Abbi ever required surgery, she would be in a great place! Another thing I really liked was the hours…Mon-Fri 7am-6pm, Saturday, 7-Noon. But in addition to that, they have urgent care hours on Saturday & Sunday from Noon-10pm…that is amazing! That doesn’t replace the Emergency Care vets but provides a place to take your sick pet when it’s not life-threatening but they need to be seen. What an incredible service! I didn’t leave there without making an appointment for Abbi with Dr. Jason Vargas, one of the two vets who own Double Oak Mountain, now Abbi’s new vet! We got to our appointment and were taken into an exam room immediately, and Dr. Vargas’ very long-time vet tech Scott entered in less than 5 minutes. What a nice, knowledgeable kind man, and he was great with Abbi, who is less than happy to be at any vet’s office! He updated Abbi’s records, got all kinds of information about her, and in less than 10 minutes, Dr. Vargas was with us. He was terrific with both Abbi and me, and while Abbi will NEVER be happy about going to see Dr. Vargas, she and I both agree that Dr. Vargas is the “right” vet for us. Experienced, decent, has a great reputation (lots of my neighbors recommended him), and runs a quality Birmingham veterinary practice. What a fantastic first experience…I am so happy I found Dr. Vargas & Double Oak Mountain Animal Hospital!
Aug 29, 2024
We love Dr. Vargas and everyone at Double Oak Animal Hospital! Thank you for taking wonderful care of my two dogs for 8 years and counting!
Jul 20, 2024
You could not ask for a better vet. Dr Vargas has taken care of my pups for over 5 years now and is always diligent in his examinations and never sells you on something you don’t need. He is focused on providing care to your animals and takes all the time you need to understand your pets exam results. 11/10 - highly recommend!
Jun 27, 2024
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