Smithers Animal Hospital
4.8 (239) 53 S Centennial Ave, West Fork, AR 72774, USAHours:
Monday: 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Tuesday: 7:30 AM – 12:00 PM, 1:00 – 5:30 PM
Wednesday: 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Thursday: 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Friday: 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at Smithers Animal Hospital
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 originally gave a 4-star review, but Dr. Smithers called me personally to ask about my review. In that conversation, I realized I had rated them on something they didn't have control over. In fact, Angie at the front handled that situation like a professional. Way better than I could or would have. It was a very rude pet parent. Although we should speak up if we feel wronged, this person was literally becoming physically angry. Not cool. Not to mention, it made me feel very uncomfortable, but Angie was a super star at calming the situation and ending that visit. Thank you, Dr. Smithers for the call and conversation. Thank you, Angie, for your over the top customer service for everyone, especially during such a hostile encounter. Thank you, Smithers Team, for loving on my fur babies and all my grand fur babies like you do. You were recommended to me, and I highly recommend you to everyone ❤️
posted: 07/29/2023
Daughter took her dog they. Staff was very loving and kind to him. Doctor was very concerned about pet's issue and well being. Daughter inform me that she had been using his service for years. We drove for over a hour to get to him.
posted: 08/15/2023
I don’t live in West Fork.. and would never have been to Smithers Animal Hospital.. but our sweet Hutch, who had been fighting cancer, took a turn for the worse while driving through. We had to make the impossible decision to put him to rest and Smithers was the only center around. Not only were they incredibly professional and compassionate, but about 6 weeks later, they sent me the sweetest sympathy card with prints of his nose and front paws enclosed. How thoughtful! And what a great keepsake that I would never have thought of - especially in these circumstances. I’m so thankful that they handled him in this time and that I have such a sweet reminder of our baby Hutch. Thank you Smithers Animal Hospital!!!
posted: 11/01/2022
They saved our cat. Wonderful caring people and good prices. Was a new patient, and they were willing to work with me. Thank you for all you have done.
posted: 07/27/2023
We were new patients and we really were impressed. We were able to see a great staff that showed professionalism, concern, and caring by all we met. Even received a notice asking how one of our dogs was doing. Highly recommend this veterinarian!!!
posted: 06/20/2023