Red Barn Animal Hospital

4.5 (162 reviews)
4323 McVille Rd, Boaz, AL 35957, USA

Hours

Monday 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM Tuesday 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM Wednesday 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM Thursday 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM Friday 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM Saturday Closed Sunday Closed

How to Save on Veterinary Costs at Red Barn 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 Red Barn 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.

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4.8 Adoro 19
4.5 AKC 1,801
4.4 ASPCA 12,232
4.9 Embrace 19,979
4.9 Fetch 5,924
4.1 Figo 2,868
4.4 Hartville 183
4.9 Healthy Paws 11,375
4.8 Lemonade 833
4.6 ManyPets 2,416
4.7 MetLife 11,290
4.8 Nationwide 25,718
3.9 Pet Assure 15
4.3 PetPartners 121
4.9 Pets Best 15,355
4.8 Prudent Pet 2,868
4.7 Pumpkin 3,556
4.6 Spot 11,604
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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

4.5

162 reviews

We went on two vacations these past two months and left our babies at Red Barn both times. They are amazing there ! I know that my dogs aren’t always the quietest and they were treated so well. Love these peoples!

Jun 24, 2023

Just not the same now that the new vet is here. My dog had been seen here since he was just a few months old. He was given a clean bill of health at that time. As he aged, he began panting without exertion or heat of any kind. Each time we were in the office, I'd ask about his panting, only to be ignored. Keep in mind this is my 2nd Pomeranian & they are known to have certain health issues. Fast forward to present, my dog now has heart murmur and collapsed trachea. I'm not saying they could've prevented this, but they could've at least tried to help. I take the dog in to a fill in vet at this location & suddenly his trachea is completely collapsed and has a heart murmur. This didn't happen overnight and they know it. I do feel his years were shortened by this oversight. I'm very disappointed and pray this doesn't happen to another pet. I can't understand why they would do this to us.

Jul 5, 2023

I had to take my son’s Doberman, Charlie, in for parvo. They were friendly & very professional. My son sent me with $200 cash. The treatment came with a $308 price tag & a 50/50 chance of life. When I told them my son only sent $200 but would cover anything else on Monday (this was a Friday). They were going to give the food they sent at no cost but were literally going to remove some of the medications from the bag. This does not sit well with me but I understand to an extent. They have to get paid too. However, the cost of treatments are very expensive. If you can’t pay they won’t work with any payment plans. Most all vets want cash up front and this one is no different. The reason I wasn’t happy with Charlie’s visit is because parvo is a death sentence for most. Them taking meds but giving food was upsetting. I have food it’s the medical I needed. Thankfully, I had enough on my card to cover the other $108+change. If you have local people that work and can make payments you should allow some sort of payment plan. It’s a hard time for all of us. The lack of compassion is not needed in these times. Also if you have a dog with parvo, the medication is not a luxury but a need. RB is no different than any other vets around that I know of. If your pet needs help, they will help, provided you have the $$$ upfront. I gave Charlie 8 ccs of Pedialyte every 15 minutes for 36 hours along with the medications and iv fluids as prescribed. I also added some vit b12 & vit c. It was rough and there were moments I thought he wasn’t going to pull through but he did. If they would work with people and have a little more compassion I’d of been more happy with their services.

Apr 25, 2023

So far so good. Very nice business and super nice employees. Gave us a lot of information and charges were reasonable.

Jul 18, 2023

Dr Creel & His Staff Are Super Helpful & Confronting! Our Mama Dog needed a checkup after birthing her 1st litter of pups ( Chainsaw & Muggliston Blue & Tan Bulldogs). Prices are extremely reasonable! WE felt very educated on the care we needed to provide at home before we left! Our Zena wasn't rushed in & out of the office visit- we felt she was definitely taken care of medically! Thank you all at Red Barn Animal Clinic!

Mar 6, 2019