Carolina Veterinary Specialists Rock Hill
4.1 (412) 760 Addison Ave, Rock Hill, SC 29730, USAHours:
Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours
How to Save Money at Carolina Veterinary Specialists Rock Hill
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
My dog passed on the way to this clinic. All we needed was confirmation and after care. The lack of urgency, empathy and humanity at this place is concerning. We interacted with the receptionist and a vet tech. They took our dog to the back and confirmed she was deceased. A little while later the VT came back in with paperwork and says she was supposed to have left an hour ago. Im crying and zoned out so we ignore her. I ask to see my dog again and she said she needed to confirm with the owner before bring back out for our final goodbye (it’s truly my aunts dog but she’s retired and travels a lot so we typically keep her dog for her). I work a corporate job and fully understand policies and procedures but this treatment was uncalled for. We have two of our OWN dogs and we will never be back. I will say another VT (I think) came in and just her presence, demeanor and heart felt condolences made such a big difference. All it took was a few warm words.
posted: 02/08/2025
My babygirl was very sick and CVS was recommended by our veterinarian friend. Once we had tests run, she was quickly diagnosed with pancreatitis. They kept her overnight and gave her the professional care she needed. The win for me is that she was attended to by a doctor and a technician all night long, not being left alone in a 7-5 office. Thank you CVS for being so loving and attentive to my dog and so caring towards me and my husband. Y’all are the best!!
posted: 01/07/2025
Our poor little pup Skya looked like maybe she had been poisoned or had gotten into something in the yard. It was 9 PM on a Friday night and we noticed she was drooling and just kind of staring ahead not even laying her head down on her bed. It was really scary because she’s only six years old and is in otherwise perfect health. I was so grateful that Carolina Veterinary Specialists were open! I first called their Steele Creek location but they didn’t have a doctor available so they recommended I drive her to Rock Hill. They ran a full diagnostic and sent her home with some pain medicine. Seems like maybe she just hurt her back and the drooling was a reaction to pain, we’re still not sure but she’s fine today. It was only about 200 bucks - so not bad for emergency care and peace of mind.
posted: 01/18/2025
We highly recommend Carolina Vet Specialists! We had an emergency with our Bulldog while traveling south through the area. The team of staff and doctors were amazing! They were equipped to handle the emergency and they were all knowledgeable, kind and very accommodating. Expert care continued through the night and into the morning. We had prepaid the amount they estimated would be needed for extended care and in the morning, when our pet was stabilized, and could leave, we were credited the amount of over payment. We recommend taking your pet to these sweet, caring people!
posted: 01/19/2025
No one ever wants to have to go to the emergency vet, but I highly recommend this one. They quickly attended to all 3 of my dogs who we brought in for a toxic exposure. Staff and doc were awesome. Very kind and compassionate. Communicated well. Took great care of our four-legged children. We went there today because we had gone there a few years ago for another dog, and we also had a great experience then. Very thankful to have them nearby!
posted: 01/23/2025
Veterinarians in Rock Hill, South Carolina
Banfield Pet Hospital
1110 Hospitality Dr, Rock Hill, SC 29730, USA(803) 325-7901
Carolina Veterinary Specialists Rock Hill
760 Addison Ave, Rock Hill, SC 29730, USA(803) 909-8300
Catawba Animal Clinic
2241 India Hook Rd, Rock Hill, SC 29732, USA(803) 366-8188
Central Carolinas Animal Hospital, LLC
2360 Celanese Rd, Rock Hill, SC 29732, USA(803) 985-2224
Ebenezer Animal Hospital
2445 Ebenezer Rd, Rock Hill, SC 29732, USA(803) 366-1950
Healthy Pets - Spay, Neuter, and Wellness Clinic
858 Riverview Rd, Rock Hill, SC 29730, USA(803) 327-7387
Lesslie Animal Hospital
770 Riverview Rd, Rock Hill, SC 29730, USA(803) 324-8890
Newport Veterinary Hospital
5175 Old York Rd, Rock Hill, SC 29732, USA(803) 366-2123