Animal Emergency Center Sandy Springs

4.4 (183)
228 Sandy Springs Pl NE, Sandy Springs, GA 30328, USA

Hours:

Monday: Open 24 hours

Tuesday: 6:00 PM – 8:00 AM

Wednesday: 6:00 PM – 8:00 AM

Thursday: 6:00 PM – 12:00 AM

Friday: Open 24 hours

Saturday: Open 24 hours

Sunday: Open 24 hours

How to Save Money at Animal Emergency Center Sandy Springs

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:

Top Pet Insurance Providers of 2024
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.

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Getting 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

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Andrew Galbert

I have used this hospital many times over decades. EVERY visit has been fantastic…even when it is bad news for my animals. Always professional and responsive while providing excellent care at reasonable animal ER prices. In April 2023 I brought my foster pup to them when she had a bowel obstruction. They took her immediately, paged a surgeon, and took perfect care of her. She is now one week post procedure and doing amazing. They will be my only consideration for any future animal ER needs. Thank you

posted: 08/06/2023

Evea Kaldas Stuart

We had to bring our dog in around 3:00am last night as she was unfortunately experiencing what we now know to be congestive heart failure. Everyone at this practice was incredibly kind, compassionate, and patient while also providing knowledgeable and professional care for our dog. They were able to quickly diagnose and begin treatment to help her and got her on medication that at least for now has her acting like her old self. Communication was clear throughout, everything from while we were waiting for results to the aftercare instructions. The cost was also reasonable considering the urgency and amount of care and diagnosis provided. So grateful for everyone here, thank you!!

posted: 09/20/2023

Valerie P

I can't say enough wonderful things about the quality of care that my dog received today at the Animal Emergency Center of Sandy Springs. The front office staff, the technicians, and Dr. Maloy were great. Thanks to their excellent care, my dog is feeling much better! I highly recommend this veterinary hospital!

posted: 09/24/2023

Mariana Coronel

I can’t thank Dr. Landrum and his staff enough for being so kind and just amazing when my cat came in for a urinary blockage. They made my husband and I feel at ease when we left our cat overnight and they were so great at communicating everything and even sent an update at almost midnight.

posted: 04/25/2023

Carlos Mendragon

I’m not sure if the whole staff is like this. But as of now this is the worst place you can take your pet to. I went in there with my puppy sick we didn’t know what was wrong with her all we knew was that she was in really bad pain maybe a snake bite or not sure. I went to this place trying to get my puppy treated it was at 11:30 PM I was not even allowed to enter the building when a nurse came out and I asked if they could treat my dog and she said that they couldn’t because the doctor was busy treating a very important customer and that she couldn’t pull him out. I begged her as we knew our puppy was in pain. But didn’t hesitate to turn us around. I asked where was the next closest hospital and she said to search it up. I found one in Johnson ferry rd and rushed up there but highway was close for construction. Unfortunately our puppy passed away on the way to the vet. When arrived there they checked her and we were told that she had a snake bite in her stomach most likely a copperhead. And that if we would’ve arrived an hour earlier she would’ve made it. So if this place would’ve received her we would still have our puppy with us.

posted: 08/04/2023