Compton's Veterinary Hospital

4.8 (463 reviews)
1011 2nd Ave SW, Cullman, AL 35055, USA

Hours

Monday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Tuesday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Wednesday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Thursday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Friday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Saturday Closed Sunday Closed

How to Save on Veterinary Costs at Compton's Veterinary 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 Compton's Veterinary 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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4.5 AKC 1,801
4.4 ASPCA 12,249
4.9 Embrace 20,008
4.9 Fetch 5,987
4.1 Figo 2,876
4.4 Hartville 183
4.9 Healthy Paws 11,406
4.8 Lemonade 833
4.6 ManyPets 2,416
4.7 MetLife 11,559
4.8 Nationwide 25,787
3.9 Pet Assure 15
4.3 PetPartners 121
4.9 Pets Best 15,416
4.8 Prudent Pet 2,884
4.7 Pumpkin 3,624
4.6 Spot 11,666
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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

4.8

463 reviews

Love the people that work there everyone is so nice and helpful and friendly they took care of my 4 year old pitbull and did really great with her

May 29, 2026

My 4 month old puppy chew some rubber off of a new chew toy and was throwing up and dry heaving and I called Compton's on a sunday and the vet answered her emergency number she actually remembered my puppy out of all her patients and gave me medicine for her I'm so grateful for the care and compassion from this vet they are amazing I'd fully recommend her to anyone

Jun 7, 2026

Four months ago, we relocated to Cullman with our ailing 14-year-old Yorkie, Bella. At that time, I prayed for a veterinarian who embodied kindness and compassion. Fortunately, my prayer was answered when Dr. Rebecca Durham of Compton's Veterinary Hospital entered our lives. Although our beloved Bella passed away today, Dr. Durham went above and beyond to ensure a peaceful transition. Her tireless efforts allowed us to spend additional time with Bella. I am forever grateful for Dr. Durham's selflessness and compassion. I highly recommend her to fellow Cullman residents who consider their pets as family, as she treats them with the utmost care. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts. I am thankful that God guided me to you, and I am confident that you will continue to provide our Sadie with the same exceptional care. Donna, Tom and Sadie Compton's Veterinary Hospital

Dec 7, 2025

Update: This place is still the best around in my opinion. This is where we take all our babies and strays. I can't say enough nice things about the vets and the staff. They are genuinely concerned. They are thoughtful. I hate it if something happens on a day they are closed. I loathe to go elsewhere-if that wasn't enough of a reason to bring your babies here-they are very reasonably priced. Thank you to everyone at Compton's for loving our fur babies as much as we do. It means the world to us that you remember to ask about all our "kids" and you make it possible for us to foster strays with your quick, thorough, reasonably priced service. Thank you for taking precautions to protect your staff during COVID and thank you for all the great advice.

Oct 29, 2025

Awesome Veterinarian!!!! We love Dr Durham and the staff is great! We took our 11 puppies in today and we were in and out quickly and at a fair price!

Oct 31, 2022