Veterinary Center of Buckhead
4.1 (92) 3615 Piedmont Rd NE, Atlanta, GA 30305, USAHours:
Monday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Sunday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
How to Save Money at Veterinary Center of Buckhead
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 | 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.
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
My poor senior kitty was very sick. He had blood in his urine. I had taken him to three other vets who claimed he was fine including one who said “he doesn’t have anything that is going to kill him.” A friend recommended Dr Hirsch and I took Shakespeare to see him. We had never been there before. I told Dr. Hirsch his symptoms were and what I had been told. Dr. Hirsch immediately took Shakespeare to the back and used an ultrasound probe; he came back in and told us, sadly, that Shakespeare had advanced bladder cancer. No other vet had bothered to do or suggested an ultrasound and had allowed him to suffer needlessly for months while treating him for a bladder infection. Dr. Hirsch showed us everything and explained that Shakespeare was in a great deal of pain. There was no treatment available. After spending thirty minutes answering all our questions, we agreed that we needed to put my beloved kitty to sleep. Dr. Hirsch was very kind while we said our goodbyes. We left with our baby wrapped in one of their towels. Afterwards, we stopped at the front desk to pay our bill and discovered that there was no bill. We were not charged for the visit, the exam, the ultrasound or the euthanasia. It was the kindest thing a vet has ever done for us. I will forever be grateful to Dr Hirsch for his professionalism and kindness on a very difficult day.
posted: 07/15/2023
Took our sweet baby here after some scary news from the ER. The doctor (and rest of staff) was so nice, and he answered all of our questions in an easy-to-understand way. We left feeling so much relief! We look forward to bringing our cat here for any follow-up concerns as well as regular check-ups. The center itself was also really homey and welcoming.
posted: 02/28/2023
My sweet angel loves her veterinarian & all the staff here! She has only ever come to this veterinarian and has been doing so for 5+ years! Nothing but nice things to say.
posted: 07/09/2023
Ridiculously overpriced vet center. I got a quote to get my dog neutered there and they gave me a price close to $700 because they said they needed to keep him overnight. I got it done for $70 a few weeks later and he was out in a hour and was just fine.
posted: 06/01/2023
Dr. Hirsh is an amazing veterinarian! We are so glad that our dog is in good hands! Thank you
posted: 06/08/2023
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