After Hour Animal Hospital, A Thrive Pet Healthcare Partner

3.5 (347 reviews)
290 Smokey Ln, North Little Rock, AR 72117, USA

Hours

Monday 12:00 – 7:00 AM, 6:00 PM – 7:00 AM Tuesday 6:00 PM – 7:00 AM Wednesday Closed Thursday 6:00 PM – 7:00 AM Friday 6:00 PM – 12:00 AM Saturday Open 24 hours Sunday Open 24 hours

How to Save on Veterinary Costs at After Hour Animal Hospital, A Thrive Pet Healthcare Partner

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 After Hour Animal Hospital, A Thrive Pet Healthcare Partner? 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.

Top Pet Insurance Providers of 2026
Rating Provider Total Review
4.8 Adoro 19
4.5 AKC 1,801
4.4 ASPCA 12,245
4.9 Embrace 20,005
4.9 Fetch 5,982
4.1 Figo 2,872
4.4 Hartville 183
4.9 Healthy Paws 11,401
4.8 Lemonade 833
4.6 ManyPets 2,416
4.7 MetLife 11,529
4.8 Nationwide 25,781
3.9 Pet Assure 15
4.3 PetPartners 121
4.9 Pets Best 15,400
4.8 Prudent Pet 2,882
4.7 Pumpkin 3,620
4.6 Spot 11,663
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

3.5

347 reviews

Our little pup was attacked by a big American Bully and when we arrived we were immediately taken care of. The staff is very caring and updated us often. They took great care of our pup and that is all we asked for but, they were all very caring to us as well. I added before and after pictures, Cooper is healing very nicely. We thank you so very much!!!

Feb 28, 2024

I definitely would recommend this animal hospital. They are actually open 24hrs. The staff was polite and patient. My dog was able to get to the back pretty quickly. Now I did have to wait a little bit before I actually talked to the doctor but the staff did inform me of situation which I appreciated. The Vet (Dr. B) was nice and seemed down to earth, explained things in an easy to understand manner. I had to leave my dog over night for a much needed infusion. They called me they next morning at the time they said with an update & to let me know he was ready for pick up. I will admit they do have a very expensive down payment which is required before your pet is even seen, which I understand just from working in the medical field with services being rendered and the provider could possibly not get paid for them. I did get a receipt informing me of what was done during his stay and the price & I actually got a little bit of a refund from the total price I paid. The staff called a few days later to check on him, which is always appreciated. I would definitely go back if I had to, but hopefully I will not have to.

Mar 5, 2024

I wish I could give 10 Stars!! Dr Ray and her staff are amazing. My cat had a prolapsed uterus and we rushed her in immediately for an emergency spay. Everyone was professional and kind. This was hands down the best ER experience we've ever had and I would recommend them to anyone needing their services.

Nov 29, 2023

We were originally hesitant to go here because of some of the reviews, but after experiencing the level of care the vets & techs gave us here, we had to write our own review for them. Our cat was transferred here for critical care a couple of times, until we eventually had to say goodbye to her. The staff were so caring, sweet & made one of the worst times in a pet owners life as peaceful as possible. They genuinely cared about our family and especially our fur baby & went above and beyond to make sure we knew it.

Mar 5, 2024

Had an incident with our 3yo cat who got into some food he can’t have (he loves to eat literally anything he can get his paws on). Thankfully I caught him in the act and took him to the animal hospital in NLR after calling animal poison control and getting some direction. The staff here helped us feel comfortable and at ease while they treated our kitty even as the outcome was uncertain. I know I asked so many questions, but they answered all of them with understanding. Yes, they are expensive, but I was not going to let Bruce suffer when I could help it. Thankful our little guy was just fine, but I definitely believe it was because we caught him in time, and the staff knew exactly how to treat him. Super thankful for this team and will definitely know to come here again should we need to in the future! Happy to say Bruce is still thriving🤎

Apr 9, 2024