Goodwin Animal Hospital at Pike Road

4.7 (221)
11485 Chantilly Pkwy Suite A, Montgomery, AL 36064, USA

Hours:

Monday: 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Thursday: 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Friday: 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Saturday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Sunday: 3:00 – 4:00 PM

How to Save Money at Goodwin Animal Hospital at Pike Road

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:

Top Pet Insurance Providers of 2024
Rating Provider Total Review
4.4 AKC 889
4.7 ASPCA 5,697
4.9 Embrace 10,255
4.9 Fetch 174
4.4 Figo 587
4.7 Hartville 164
4.9 Healthy Paws 7,475
4.9 Lemonade 781
3.2 ManyPets 11
4.6 MetLife 424
4.8 Nationwide 21,391
4.3 Pet Assure 12
4.7 PetPartners 98
4.5 Pets Best 7,194
4.3 Pumpkin 54
4.7 Spot 160
4.8 Trupanion 55,007
4.8 Prudent Pet 124

Or, you can simply get a fast quote from multiple providers and go from there.

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Getting 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

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Elia Chilcote

Goodwin animal hospital took our boy Sammy on a short notice appointment due to unexpected weakness and low appetite. They did everything they could to diagnose him but unfortunately without enough blood to run any tests, our boy needed to be handled by an emergency vet who had the resources to offer a blood transfusion if needed. Our boy went to heaven the next day, but if it weren’t for Goodwin we wouldn’t have known that our boys kidneys were failing him. Our 5 year old Cat thanks you for everything you did to try and help him and we thank you for your kindness.

posted: 07/05/2023

Adonica Heard

Great customer service and friendly staff! I booked online for the first time; I usually call to schedule. A few days after booking, I received a call that all services weren't available. Someone helped me choose a different day to receive all services on the same day having two days of appointments.

posted: 07/11/2023

Brandy Kinard

To say I’m disappointed is an understatement. We have been using Goodwin for nearly 6 years and never had problems until recently. Once Dr. Goodwin retired the front desk employees have not been the same. I made a standing appointment for grooming every month and my husband shows up and they don’t have him and can’t take him, two months later. The girl, who I feel was insulting our intelligence, asked did we call the correct location. First, we didn’t call because it was set up, in person, 2 months prior to this incident. They didn’t take responsibility nor did they try to get our dog in for this particular day. It makes me terribly sad to leave, but we are changing our clinic due to the inconsistencies such as this and the costs are constantly increasing for every little thing. We miss Dr. Goodwin very much and wish we didn’t have these issues forcing us to leave. This was was the icing on the cake so to speak. It’s been boiling for about a year. We have never had any issues with the Dr.’s thankfully. The front desk needs to get with it though.

posted: 05/02/2023

Cheryl P

From veterinary care, to daycare, to boarding, I don't ever have to worry about my puppy when I bring him here. He even gets excited in the car when we pull into the parking lot! The quality of care is excellent and the staff is always professional and courteous. I will continue to bring my fur baby here!

posted: 05/13/2023

Sabrina Yarema

Everyone is just so sweet and loving not only to my fur babies, but my human babies as well. Gabby always has stickers for my little girl and is sure to pull a bulldog and dachshund put for her to match our dogs.

posted: 08/13/2023