Fosters Veterinary Clinic
4.6 (113) 13474 US-11 Suite 5, Fosters, AL 35463, 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: Closed
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at Fosters Veterinary Clinic
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 | 11,392 |
| 4.9 | Embrace | 14,179 |
| 4.9 | Fetch | 1,995 |
| 4.4 | Figo | 2,561 |
| 4.7 | Hartville | 164 |
| 4.9 | Healthy Paws | 7,475 |
| 4.9 | Lemonade | 781 |
| 3.2 | ManyPets | 2,145 |
| 4.6 | MetLife | 487 |
| 4.8 | Nationwide | 21,391 |
| 4.3 | Pet Assure | 12 |
| 4.7 | PetPartners | 110 |
| 4.5 | Pets Best | 7,194 |
| 4.3 | Pumpkin | 1,131 |
| 4.7 | Spot | 5,194 |
| 4.9 | Trupanion | 60,280 |
| 4.8 | Prudent Pet | 124 |
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 adopted a precious kitten from them. Everyone was so happy for "Busy", my kitty, to be getting a forever home. It was a bitter sweet moment for the staff. They were all so attached that there were a few tears, but happy all the same. The staff did a wonderful job of socializing this precious baby. I appreciate them all very much. Dr. Canant and his staff are great and very loving towards all their client's pets. You can't go wrong by using them for your veterinary needs.
posted: 01/23/2018
A really great first visit. They were very busy but always calm and polite. Terry at the front desk is amazing. She takes so much time with each pet mommy or daddy. The staff was very gentle with my boys; remarkably stress free considering they were two rambunctious young kitties. Dr. Canant explained every procedure to me and was absolutely charming. I've not had pets for a couple of years, and I feel very comfortable devoting the care of my new babies to Fosters Veterinary Clinic.
posted: 07/12/2017
My wife and I always take our two dogs there for their annual checkups and shots. They are always great with the dogs and everyone there are very friendly and smiling. So I highly recommend then for all your pets needs.
posted: 08/02/2022
We were sad a while ago to show up to our Vet appointment and find Dr. (Bullard) Carden was no longer there. She is an excellent vet and helped three of our cats through multiple issues: FIV, FELV, pododermatitis, gingivitis, and numerous abscesses. We were glad to catch up with her to see how she is and where she went (my husband just ran into her at the Home Depot parking lot in Hoover). Her new customers are very lucky to have her.
posted: 09/25/2022
My puppy got beat up 1st visit to Vet I felt was not as good as the follow up! Maintaining his health is most important to our family. We ate glad Foster's Vet is so close.
posted: 08/11/2022