Pet-Vac Animal Hospital

4.2 (364 reviews)
308 Charleston Hwy, West Columbia, SC 29169, USA

Hours

Monday 8:30 AM – 6:00 PM Tuesday Closed Wednesday 8:30 AM – 6:00 PM Thursday 8:30 AM – 6:00 PM Friday 8:30 AM – 6:00 PM Saturday Closed Sunday Closed

How to Save on Veterinary Costs at Pet-Vac Animal Hospital

Preventive care

Routine wellness exams can help identify health issues early, often before they become more serious or expensive to treat. Regular checkups are one of the most effective ways to manage long term veterinary costs.

Compare prescription pricing

Some pet medications prescribed at veterinary clinics may also be available through local or online pharmacies. It can be helpful to compare pricing when appropriate to reduce ongoing medication costs.

Consider pet insurance

Pet insurance may help cover a portion of eligible veterinary expenses depending on the plan, including accidents, illnesses, and in some cases preventive care. Coverage details, reimbursement levels, and deductibles vary by provider.

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Looking for information about Pet-Vac Animal Hospital? This page also includes pet insurance resources to help pet parents understand how to prepare for unexpected veterinary expenses.

Veterinary care costs can vary widely depending on the type of visit, treatment, or emergency. Many pet parents explore pet insurance before they need it so they are better prepared when unexpected situations arise.

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Compare Pet Insurance Plans

You can compare coverage options from multiple providers to find a plan that fits your budget and your pet’s healthcare needs.


Getting to Know Your Veterinarian

Choosing a veterinarian is an important decision for pet parents. A strong vet relationship is built on trust, communication, and understanding your pet’s individual needs.

Experience

Ask whether the clinic has experience treating your specific type of pet, since care can vary between dogs, cats, and pocket pets.

Emergency Care Procedures

It’s helpful to understand how the clinic handles after-hours emergencies, including whether they provide emergency services or refer to nearby emergency hospitals.

Communication Preferences

Ask how the clinic communicates with pet parents, including updates, test results, and follow up questions.

Breed Specific Health Considerations

Some breeds may be more prone to certain health conditions. Early awareness can help with prevention and early treatment.

Facility Tour

If available, touring the clinic can help you and your pet feel more comfortable before the first visit.


Final Note

Pet care decisions often involve both medical and financial considerations. Having access to trusted veterinary information alongside pet insurance comparisons can help pet parents feel more confident when planning for their pet’s health and wellbeing.

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Reviews from Google

4.2

364 reviews

Friendly Staff and Reasonable prices. Dr. Adcock is GREAT! I truthfully can't say enough good things about this Guy. I've been an on again/off again kind of patient over the last 20 yrs. with all of our pets & they have always welcomed us back with open arms! True Pet Heroes!! 🙊🙉🙈

Apr 12, 2023

Great Vet, super efficient and loving staff. They are never too busy to answer your questions. They truly love your Furbabies, too!!! Highly recommended Veterinary Care for all your Furbabies. Barbara Groves

Jun 22, 2023

this is a long review, but worth the read if you care about your fur baby. No matter what, DO NOT BRING YOUR ANIMAL HERE!!! after reading the other reviews (post my visit) i’ve concluded that what i experienced seems to be the normal here. The Dr. is so rude, condescending, passive aggressive and dismissive, he has no bed side manner and obviously hates his life and job. my dachshund is terminally ill and she has a health care plan set out for her. we have a regular primary vet but due to unpredictable circumstances we had to book an appointment here for her to be seen. worst mistake. I brought in her records, the Dr enters our room with an eye roll and irritated sigh and begins questioning me about her current medicines, which are all listened on her record (obvious now he didn’t take the time to read up on his patient) long story short he concluded that she has a BRAIN TUMOR BY LOOKING AT HER. saying that is why she fell down the steps when i’m reality she tumbled down the steps because the person holding her fell down the steps. He then attempts an examination by carelessly flipping her and then pinning her by her neck aggressively. i was in such shock i’ve never in my life seen anyone handle an ill/injured animal this way. when she finally yanks her head away he labels her “aggressive”. this 16 yr old dachshund with 11 teeth and injury. He suggest that there’s nothing to done and she must be sedated and then proceeds to suggest “just give her more medicine”. He didn’t know what dosage she was taking bc like i said before he didn’t read her record. we were still charged for the visit although no exam was performed. the front desk women with red hair was kind hearted but maybe bc we caught her on a good day? in conclusion: NO MATTER THE PRICES THEY OFFER, IF YOU LOVE YOUR ANIMAL YOU WILL NOT TAKE THEM HERE.

Oct 12, 2021

I went to this clinic last Saturday 45 minutes before closing as my cat had a stroke. I just needed pain meds to help me make sure she passed painlessly with me at home due to an earlier cancer diagnosis. The receptionist told me they were closing and suggested I go to the emergency vet. This placed show no compassion for my cat or me. There was no one else waiting and they clearly wanted to close early. I will never go to this vet again and I could never recommend it to anyone else.

Jan 25, 2023

I had one of the worst experience with the Dr. The receptionist that assisted me was kind. However this Dr. DANIEL was rude and didn't want to assist me with my dog. I was in the process of getting my dog established with a vet in this area. I did not have my dog's records as I told the receptionist when I called in she said that if I couldn't find the records it's OK still bring him in. Which that's beside the point my dog was in pain. Which is why i brought him to see the vet.The Dr. was so stuck on him not being able to assist my dog because he didn't have any records. I brought my dog in because I notice my dogs behavior changed Saturday. January 28th. I gave it some time and he was still acting weird not wanting to walk or go up the stairs. So, I brought him to the vet so they can check and see if anything was wrong. After, explaining to the Dr. the reasoning for my visit he kept asking me what was wrong with the dog. I said I just explained to you. Then he starting asking when did he have his shots I said about a year ago. He said, when did he have his last shots. I said I just told you about a year ago. He asked me what was in the shot. I said IDK. I was confused about him continuing to ask me question over and over and not addressing the main reason. I was visiting him.I became so annoyed. The way the attempted to speak to me was condescending and rude. In other words he did not want to assist me and my dog. I listen to how he communicate with other people and it wasn't the way he was speaking to me. Pleasseeeeee don't waste your time and money. This was the second vet I went to and both were an epic fail. I will make sure to let my friends and family know to NOT come here if you are looking for a VET please keep looking this is not the place.

Jan 31, 2023