Darien Animal Hospital
4.8 (149) 14155 GA-251, Darien, GA 31305, USAHours:
Monday: 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Tuesday: 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Wednesday: 12:00 – 8:00 PM
Thursday: 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Friday: 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at Darien 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 | 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
I would like to thank Dr. Pope and his staff for everything they did for my German Shepherd Rika. Dr. Pope is and outstanding vet that cared for my girl for the past 5 years. Unfortunately, she was diagnosed with cancer that could not be treated, and we made the hard decision to put her out of her pain. Dr Pope and his staff were professional and compassionate with our loss. He gave us all the time we needed to say our goodbyes and gave us the piece of mind that our girl was as comfortable as she could be. Thank you again Darien Animal Hospital.
posted: 01/30/2023
So impressed with Dr. Pope and his staff! This was our first visit! We will definitely be back! I was just trying to find a local vet that was reasonably priced and cared. When I couldn’t find that someone told me about this office. The staff were very accommodating and were able to get me in faster than anybody else. My dog was very comfortable with all the staff and I was more than pleased! They are awesome and affordable! They are now our primary Vet.
posted: 03/17/2023
My initial review was less than satisfactory mainly because of my own misunderstanding and misinterpretation of the diagnosis. My only legitimate complaint had to do with an aide's use of a 'noose' leash on my dog (these may be OK for small animals but can injure the throat area of a large one).Otherwise, Dr. Pope's diagnosis (torn ACL requiring surgery) was spot on and his staff is as courteous, knowledgeable and attentive as one would wish, just like Dr. Pope himself. I highly recommend this practice.
posted: 08/24/2022
Very caring doctor and staff! They are so sweet and patient with my poodle, who is quite a handful! Every visit is organized, and the wait time is short.
posted: 07/09/2023
I'm so grateful to have Doc Pope and company for my pups. Everyone is so kind and attentive. It's obvious everything is always done in the best interest of the patient, not just the business end of it. Doc is wonderful! He takes his time with you, is honest and straight forward and really goes the extra mile. One of my pups has a chronic liver condition that requires routine bloodwork. Doc always calls me himself with results. That's a bit of a novelty these days. A plus plus. Couldn't ask for any better. Oh, and Jen, the groomer, is a champ too!
posted: 02/17/2023