Magnolia Animal Clinic
4.8 (229) 7174 MS-198, Lucedale, MS 39452, USAHours:
Monday: 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Tuesday: 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Wednesday: 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Friday: 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Saturday: 7:30 – 10:30 AM
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at Magnolia 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:
| Rating | Provider | Total Review |
|---|---|---|
| 4.4 | AKC | 889 |
| 4.7 | ASPCA | 11,411 |
| 4.9 | Embrace | 14,234 |
| 4.9 | Fetch | 2,051 |
| 4.4 | Figo | 2,579 |
| 4.7 | Hartville | 164 |
| 4.9 | Healthy Paws | 7,477 |
| 4.9 | Lemonade | 783 |
| 3.2 | ManyPets | 2,153 |
| 4.6 | MetLife | 493 |
| 4.8 | Nationwide | 21,393 |
| 4.3 | Pet Assure | 12 |
| 4.7 | PetPartners | 110 |
| 4.5 | Pets Best | 7,196 |
| 4.3 | Pumpkin | 1,163 |
| 4.7 | Spot | 5,260 |
| 4.9 | Trupanion | 60,297 |
| 4.8 | Prudent Pet | 125 |
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
Dr. Dean & his staff are amazing! They go above & beyond to take care of my 3 furkids & always treat us so well. They have been there for me when I have had late night issues with my senior dog & I had to call the overnight line & Dr. Dean would call me himself to ask about her & tell me to call him back to let him know how she was doing either way. He saved my man kitty's life when he was less than a year old, when we found out he had urinary problems & would need extra care the rest of his life. He even answers the phone sometimes when you call the office. All the staff are friendly & are always willing to help. I can't say enough good about them. And just as an extra wonderful add-on, they don't try to take you for everything you're worth. They really do care. Thank you all so much for everything you do! ❤️
posted: 08/16/2023
Brought my rescue Stanley there to be neutered thanks to The Pretty Pittie Committee. Everyone there was so nice! Stanley was a big ol fraidycat but they let me walk him back so he'd be more comfortable. Everything went without a hitch! I'm so thankful for Rae and the Pretty Pittie Committee for everything!
posted: 08/16/2023
Love love love magnolia!! Been going there for 6-7 years, and won’t ever stop❤️ they always do right by my fur baby and are always 💯 love you guys, thank you Doctor Dean and all the ladies at Magnolia, you give me a peace of mind when it come to the health of my baby. I will use this vet for the rest of my life
posted: 07/18/2023
I had two dog one German Shepherd with eye infection subscripted antibiotics and eye cream second pup a cheweenie small dog checked a lump on her chest it was a fatty lump he said the older they are normal will have them come up nothing serious,received fast and Excellent service
posted: 03/30/2023
Dr. Dean loves these babies like his own! He always gets us in & out. I always bring my rescues here. He always helps us out & my foster babies leave feeling so much better. Thank you Dr. Dean for all you do for these furr babies!
posted: 06/28/2023