North Polk Animal Hospital

4.2 (321 reviews)

6 pet owners visit this clinic

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4830 US Hwy 98 N, Lakeland, FL 33809, USA

Hours

Monday 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM Tuesday 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM Wednesday 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM Thursday 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM Friday 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM Saturday 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM Sunday Closed

How to Save on Veterinary Costs at North Polk Animal 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.

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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

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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

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Reviews from Google

4.2

321 reviews

Simply put, this hospital, it's staff, their surgeons, they saved my dogs life. They treated her like she was one of their own and provided the best possible care. I couldn't ask for more. I trusted them with my best friend and they really came through. If you need help for your animals, look no further.

Jul 25, 2023

I had an appointment for my dog to see a vet. When we got there, they tried to charge me up front, then they tried to give my dog a cytopoint injection in the lobby. I stopped them and told them we needed to see a vet, which is why we scheduled the appointment. The office manager started arguing with me, then I called and texted Doc Y because she told me to leave. Then her manager called her and she began cursing her manager. This lady is a piece of work! Then a vet takes us in and determines because he was already on apoquil that cytopoint would not have worked! They gave antibiotics and steroids. When I came out she was gone and my bill was less! Always advocate for your pet!

Aug 16, 2023

Doc Weirather is a wonderful vet. He is kind, caring and compassionate and does everything he can to make sure your pet is taken care of. As others have made comments on other reviews and sites, the place could use some fresh paint, etc. but It's an old building. I'd go see Doc Y at a dirty barn if it meant him caring for my animals. He's not a vet to get rich. He truly cares about animals and people and makes his prices affordable. He's also a wonderful surgeon and on most nights is at the clinic until way past dark caring for and seeing patients. If you saw how hard he worked and how exhausted he is on some nights, with still more patients to see, you would be truly touched. I will never forget the kindness shown by doc Y and his staff when my baby Bella needed help. They all showed up on their day off and they did everything they could to save her. Unfortunately she still passed away but I will be forever grateful for their effort. There are no words to express my gratitude. I feel truly blessed to have found this vet, especially being so close to my house and the fact that I have 8 dogs and 2 cats. I wish there were more humans like him. Also, he’s a wonderful role model. My daughter wants to be a vet and she deeply respects him and appreciates and notices his sacrifice and kindness.

Nov 8, 2022

I called yesterday as my dog Teddy was not feeling well. They were able to see me in 15 mins via my phone call. Left yesterday knowing my dog was going to be ok with an ear infection and he rec’d a shot so he doesn’t itch and lick his paws. Today Teddy is doing much better and so happy that North Polk Animal Hospital could see Teddy ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Jun 2, 2023

Dr. Y & his Team are the best! My experience with North Polk Animal Hospital is absolutely the best experience I've ever had with any veterinarians. Dr. Y's knowledge; experience; and desire to help animals is really quite remarkable. He saved my goats life. My goat is a female goat named Cupcake, she had a baby goat and nursed her for six months and her udder ended up with something called gangrenous mastitis, which means she had gangrene in her udder. We had another veterinarian out to see our goat twice, before we took her to Dr. Y, he did an immediate surgery on her that saved her life. He taught us and his team how to continue treatment for her, he continued to help Cupcake with whatever she needed and she's doing very well! One of the best days ever was the day we could bring her back to her baby goat! I strongly feel that no one else would have had the skills or knowledge or desire to help me with my goat the way that Dr. Y has. Thank you, Thank you, Thank you Dr. Y from the bottom of my heart! Your the best!

Jul 20, 2023