Sharp Animal Hospital
4.4 (295) 32590 Groesbeck Hwy, Fraser, MI 48026, USAHours:
Monday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at Sharp 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 4.5 | AKC | 1,796 |
| 4.5 | ASPCA | 12,100 |
| 4.9 | Embrace | 19,751 |
| 4.9 | Fetch | 5,316 |
| 4.1 | Figo | 2,829 |
| 4.5 | Hartville | 179 |
| 4.9 | Healthy Paws | 11,028 |
| 4.8 | Lemonade | 822 |
| 4.6 | ManyPets | 2,413 |
| 4.7 | MetLife | 8,261 |
| 4.8 | Nationwide | 24,757 |
| 3.9 | Pet Assure | 15 |
| 4.3 | PetPartners | 121 |
| 4.9 | Pets Best | 8,891 |
| 4.8 | Pumpkin | 3,072 |
| 4.6 | Spot | 10,820 |
| 4.9 | Trupanion | 55,032 |
| 4.8 | Prudent Pet | 2,669 |
| 4.3 | Adoro | 4 |
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 85 year old mother's cat had an emergency and when she called the office to try to get him in they told her she would have to wait for 2 days. They said they could not accommodate an emergency appointment and gave her a number to an emergency vet 20 minutes away from my mom's home. After I received a frantic call from my mom (and I live in Texas) I called the vet to explain further and see if an exception can be made to have the cat brought in that day since my mom is limited with driving distances. I asked to speak to the vet after speaking with Kim. THE VET - Dr. M. - HERE IS VERY RUDE and wouldn't even speak to me and told Kim to tell me to take the cat to the ER vet. My mom took her cat to the ER vet $1000 later it ended up that the cat was severely constipated. My mom is on a fixed income and $1000 was a lot for her. Don't bring your pet here - they truly don't care about the wellbeing of the animal. My mom WAS taking her cat here for over a year at this point. Not anymore - I found her a new vet after this nonsense. A shame too since they are a small business, and we like to support small businesses over the larger chains.
posted: 10/07/2024
Mama Mia enjoyed the vibes, 5 stars for vibe check. Everyone was very nice and happy. If you don’t believe me just look at this picture.
posted: 05/29/2024
I just took my pet in for travel papers and she is 2.5 years old and already had her rabies vaccine at one and the tech let the vet double dose her rabies shot. I was home when I realized that the shots good for three years and she’s not even three yet. I know as the owner I’m just as responsible but with getting the forms required for traveling as well as all the leg work organizing the visit. You think the tech could understand the shot requirements needed and dates required. I love the doctor but don’t drop the ball with the techs. At the end of the day I guess the dates get harder to read.
posted: 07/19/2024
I am very happy with the staff and the over all practice. However always double or triple check your bill before you pay! Always ask up front what the total out the door price is of everything. I was quoted over the phone $140 for a shot visit and pre-surgical check over. When it was time to pay my total was over $180. Same thing happened when we went back in for the spay. I was given a paper quote for $354 for a spay but was later charged over $430. The claim was that a wellness check needed to be performed even though we had just had a "pre-surgical" check 2 weeks prior inorder to set the spay appointment. They did "correct" it slightly, instead of paying over $430 I was credited $22. Still a difference of $50.
posted: 05/31/2024
As it was my first time. I'm absolutely overjoyed for finally finding a great atmosphere for my dog, Rex!! Amazing staff!!
posted: 06/26/2024