Apple Country Animal Hospital

4.9 (284)
35 Great Rd, Stow, MA 01775, USA

Hours:

Monday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Thursday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Saturday: Closed

Sunday: Closed

How to Save Money at Apple Country 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:

Top Pet Insurance Providers of 2024
Rating Provider Total Review
4.4 AKC 891
4.5 ASPCA 11,678
4.9 Embrace 16,333
4.9 Fetch 7,386
4.2 Figo 2,593
4.7 Hartville 164
4.9 Healthy Paws 9,949
4.9 Lemonade 805
4.6 ManyPets 2,323
4.0 MetLife 615
4.8 Nationwide 21,403
4.3 Pet Assure 12
4.5 PetPartners 112
4.3 Pets Best 12,013
4.6 Pumpkin 1,406
4.6 Spot 6,731
4.9 Trupanion 64,745
4.8 Prudent Pet 125

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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Christopher Berger

We've taken our pets here since we moved to Maynard in 2014. They've been nothing but kind, courteous, and compassionate, even through the pandemic, and when we've needed to say goodbye to a pet, they've had the most peaceful farewell possible. The care our pets receive has always been excellent. And the prices are always very reasonable compared to some other clinics we've gotten estimates from!

posted: 11/30/2023

Noelle Berger

I've loved the care and service from every vet, tech, and admin here over the last 5 years. They helped me through the last years of my elder cat and her kidney disease. They helped me know when it wasn't time and when it finally was. Now they're my immediate choice for the new kitties care!

posted: 12/03/2023

Daphne Copeland

I have aging pets, and Apple country is always able to schedule appointments on short notice when something is wrong. They are kind and genuinely care about our furry family members.

posted: 07/22/2023

Carolyn Manley

Apple Country Animal Hospital doctors and staff are exceptional. They are always happy to see my pets and provide a clear diagnosis or path forward. Lab results are available within a short period of time followed by an explanation. I would recommend you to anyone!! Thank you :)

posted: 11/16/2023

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M M

I can only assume the good reviews are from people "in the dark" like I was for many years. The employees who work here at the desk and some of the vet techs are very kind people, so you get a false sense of security that your animals are getting the appropriate care that you paid for. After I stopped bringing my pets to this vet's office due to the vets' abhorrent over-prescribing, over-vaccinating, poor communication, incompetence, doing procedures (such as injecting medication) without my permission and never informing me about critical blood markers over the years (which I found after I transferred everyone out and obtained their records). I discovered my pets were getting a cocktail of vaccinations annually (the standard is every three years and the older they get, the more risky it is -- no one ever asked my preference, they just did it and then put in on my bill. Sadly I trusted them and paid whatever was on the invoice without thinking I needed to second guess anything). One of my cats had a stroke shortly after getting vaccinated here. My senior dog suddenly had neurological problems after getting vaccinated here (on their aggressive annual schedule). One of my cats developed a nasty respiratory illness *5 days* after her wellness visit. I called them and their response was "it didn't come from us". That respiratory illness was spread throughout my house and was the ultimate demise of 2 cats. My elderly cat was prescribed a cocktail of medications (I foolishly gave to her without doing my own research) that I later found is a lethal combination, and I took very poor advice that ultimately resulted in her painful death. There were ongoing dangerous levels in their blood work that went on for several years, which I was not notified of. I saw notes in their file to make follow up appointments about test results, which I was never asked to. My pets were ALWAYS sick and on medication under the care of this clinic. It all started about 1 year after bringing them here and went on for about 5 years until I got smart and left. I thought it was bad luck until I started putting the pieces together. I always felt bullied whenever I had legitimate questions. If certain but serious questions were asked at Apple the vets would act offended which shut down the entire conversation. Now I'm going to a much better vet. While the damage has been done, my pets (my children) are getting the proper care (for the same level of cost). After every visit at my new vet, I get reports, bloodwork diagnostics, test results, written treatment plans and I feel listed to, services I never got at Apple Country. I'm so very sad that I trusted the vets at Apple Country (and some vet techs). I still feel overwhelming guilt that I put my trust in strangers running a business to keep your animals sick rather than trusting my own instincts. Do trust this, there is no recourse if a vet injures your pets. Complain to regulators and they will do nothing to help you. The 256 CMR 7.00: CODE OF PROFESSIONAL CONDUCT regulations on vets is extremely limited. You need a very high level of scrutiny with these people and don't allow them to push you around, lie or manipulate you with "niceties", nasty jabs or guilt trips. They claim they want to "save you money" -- treating animals properly so they stay healthy saves you money, not taking bad advice or doing aggressive quick fixes (that cause adverse reactions or horrific side effects) to get you out the door with procedures that maximize their profits. My advice -- get out while you still have time to!!

posted: 12/21/2023