Lakeland Animal Clinic

4.7 (87)
109 N Layfair Dr, Flowood, MS 39232, USA

Hours:

Monday: 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM

Tuesday: 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM

Wednesday: 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM

Thursday: 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM

Friday: 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM

Saturday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Sunday: 5:00 – 5:30 PM

How to Save Money at Lakeland Animal Clinic

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 11,392
4.9 Embrace 14,179
4.9 Fetch 1,995
4.4 Figo 2,561
4.7 Hartville 164
4.9 Healthy Paws 7,475
4.9 Lemonade 781
3.2 ManyPets 2,145
4.6 MetLife 487
4.8 Nationwide 21,391
4.3 Pet Assure 12
4.7 PetPartners 110
4.5 Pets Best 7,194
4.3 Pumpkin 1,131
4.7 Spot 5,194
4.9 Trupanion 60,280
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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Cassidy Majure

We love Dr. Emery & her staff at Lakeland Animal Clinic! Our dog, Loula, LOVES going to the vet and everyone loves her, too. Highly recommend LAC.

posted: 08/19/2023

Vanessa Prince

Update 2: Dr. Emery really cares about her practice. She took the time to call and find out more about our experience and is taking actions to fix it. She addressed all of our concerns and I feel like I did when I wrote the original review. Thank you! Update 1: The staff at the front counter was replaced with unfriendly people that didn’t make me feel welcome. Some of the doctors left, and was replaced with an older gentleman that booted Henry out of the room with his foot. Not the kind of person I want caring for my animal. We had billing issues where we were told we wouldn’t be charged for an office visit for a monthly allergy shot, but was charged every time and had to ask for refunds. We took our business somewhere else. Original review: Fantastic. Staff at the front counter was welcoming, friendly, and happy to help answer all questions. Doctor was very knowledgeable and sweet to my pet. I love the cat entrance! And there’s a store cat named Henry!!

posted: 03/09/2023

Laura Alice VanderSteeg

Dr. Emery and her staff take such amazing care of our beloved dachshund! She takes the time to explain any procedure, what medicines he is on and beyond. The front desk staff is welcoming and knowledgeable. They are quick to see us in an emergency and always follow up to see how our pup is feeling. When he got his teeth cleaned Dr. Emery personally called me to let me know he was doing great in the recovery room. A+ staff, service and facilities!!

posted: 04/29/2023

Elz Bulington

When the vets at Lakeland Animal Clinic concluded that my sweet kitty baby, Sheva, had a deteriorating hip bone they jumped swiftly into action. They were kind and compassionate with their care and made sure that I had all the facts necessary to make a decision. After Sheva's surgery he has regained full mobility of his leg and is back to his little kitty antics. I truly can't recommend Lakeland Animal Clinic and their caring staff enough.

posted: 06/14/2023

Kathryn Mayfield

Dr. Emery and LAC are a 10/10 experience every single time. We are so thankful to have a caring and compassionate vet who treats every animal like her own!

posted: 04/27/2023