Genesee Veterinary Hospital
3.7 (80) 1340 W Hill Rd, Flint, MI 48507, USAHours:
Monday: 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Tuesday: 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Wednesday: 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Thursday: 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Friday: 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Saturday: 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at Genesee Veterinary 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 | 894 |
| 4.5 | ASPCA | 12,057 |
| 4.9 | Embrace | 20,305 |
| 4.9 | Fetch | 27,409 |
| 4.1 | Figo | 2,786 |
| 4.5 | Hartville | 177 |
| 4.9 | Healthy Paws | 10,736 |
| 4.8 | Lemonade | 815 |
| 4.6 | ManyPets | 2,428 |
| 4.6 | MetLife | 5,637 |
| 4.8 | Nationwide | 21,417 |
| 3.9 | Pet Assure | 15 |
| 4.4 | PetPartners | 117 |
| 4.3 | Pets Best | 14,113 |
| 4.7 | Pumpkin | 2,549 |
| 4.6 | Spot | 9,855 |
| 4.8 | Trupanion | 62,914 |
| 4.8 | Prudent Pet | 2,445 |
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
Knowledgeable caring gentle just wonderful ; Our dog had Cushing's and Dr Heaton kept her comfortable for 4 years. Without costing us a fortune in unnecessary testing, other vets in the area told us we'd need.
posted: 04/09/2025
I had a sick Guinea Pig that needed help on a Saturday morning. Finding a vet or animal hospital on a weekday that will see a Guinea Pig isn’t easy so finding someone on a Saturday morning for an emergency was looking pretty hopeless. Not only did Doctor see my Guinea Pig at 9:30am on a Saturday for an emergency, he gave my boy a thorough examination. My sweet boy hated every minute of it but he got to convalesce at home in extreme comfort and was tended to for days afterwards so I hope I made it up to him. Doctor prescribed and showed me how to administer the liquid antibiotics (which I had done wrong in the past with another pig). He gave me valuable tips. I’ve had several Guinea Pigs and had I not gotten some professional medical help, I’m not sure my boy would have made it through the weekend. He was spiraling fast. One of the biggest mistakes people make with sick Guinea Pigs is waiting too long to intervene. They are prey animals and hide illness well. So, thank you thank you thank you for helping Little Pig. He’s such a sweet boy and he’s feeling much better.
posted: 04/19/2024
Don't go to any other vet while in his half-practice of a walk-in "care". He'll refuse to see your animal out of childish jealousy to other providers in the area, even if they've closed their practice. Unbelievably rude, zero compassion. Not a place to go if you want any type of bedside manner for your pet or you as their owner.
posted: 12/07/2024
The most straight forward kind hearted veterinarian 💗 (even knew I was a big cry baby when it comes to my pets 🥺🙂 and made me laugh even when he knew i wanted to cry💗) and has helped me before with my dog Bruizer years ago 💙 Have never had a vet care enough to even give me his personal cell # in case I had any questions or concerns 😟 (or some tough love 🥺🙂 to get me back on track 😉). Thx Dr. Heaton for ur help, ur kindness, tough luv and caring about not just the pets but there owners also. ❤️ Warden's family appreciates you!
posted: 04/14/2022
Dr. Heaton took such good care of our fur baby after he did reconstructive surgery on her knee. He took her home with him so she wouldn't be scared and alone. Found out he also made her scrambled eggs for breakfast lol. Thank you for your compassion
posted: 08/22/2019
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