Natchez Trace Veterinary Services - Clinic & Holistic Telemedicine

4.7 (99)
6614 TN-100, Nashville, TN 37205, USA

Hours:

Monday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 1:00 – 5:00 PM

Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 1:00 – 5:00 PM

Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 1:00 – 5:00 PM

Thursday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 1:00 – 5:00 PM

Friday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 1:00 – 5:00 PM

Saturday: Closed

Sunday: Closed

How to Save Money at Natchez Trace Veterinary Services - Clinic & Holistic Telemedicine

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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Christina Marie

Recently moved from Southern California thinking a Holistic Vet in Tennessee would be difficult to find. I was wrong. From Katie Curry at the front desk, Megan Valentine-Tech, The Intern, to Dr. Marc Smith all were professional, kind, knowledgeable, compassionate, intelligent problem solvers. Finally people who are in the business of helping pets heal. They use a combination of natural and traditional treatments for the benefit of the animal. Grateful to have found Dr. Marc Smith and staff. Worth the drive.

posted: 08/17/2023

Google User

Dr. Marc and his staff have my treated three of my fur babies with great care. My 20 year old had to undergo anesthesia and came out of it with with flying colors! That to me was trust and a blessing. The staff could not be more accommodating and caring, always working me when needed. Trust is everything and they have it from me! Georgette Moore

posted: 07/31/2023

Tiffany Stewart

My only complaint about this place is sometimes the price is way higher then a regular Vet but you pay for quality so *shrugs* is what it is! Now personally Dr.Smith is the BEST Vet I’ve ever been to. #1 my older dog that’s very untrusting of men liked him!!! Makes Vet visits way less stressful. #2 He’s 100% for a complete raw fed diet which is great because surprisingly most Vets these days disagree which I don’t understand, raw is always healthier. #3 He’s done 2 teeth cleaning surgeries on my older dog with zero issues and has just done an Ovary Sparing Spay on my 10 month old female puppy with also zero issues! I love the fact that he even does the surgery. Most Vets these days have never done the surgery, where Dr.Smith already has many times before which made me confident that my furbabies were safe in his surgery room. 10/10 recommend :)

posted: 10/27/2022

Bree Jewell

We love Dr. Smith and the staff is always great as well. I come from a world of integrative medicine for my own personal healing which makes me appreciate the same for my animals and you just can't get the same care and advice with regular vets. I also had him do an ovary sparing spay on my cat who, the last time he saw her he kept raving about how unbelievably healthy she was. (Note: she is also indoor/outdoor and prefers to mostly stay outside,) but still having her ovaries/hormones is Dr. Smith says probably the reason she is so healthy. I love his chill vibe and mannerisms and not ever feeling talked down to. This place is amazing!

posted: 03/09/2023

Lisa Cochran

I can with confidence encourage pet owners to take your pets to Marc Smith, DVM, at Natchez Trace Veterinary Services. Dr. Smith is a sound, solid veterinarian for all of your pets’ veterinary needs. It’s clear to me that he genuinely likes my pets. Dr. Smith puts a great deal of effort into communicating with owners as well. He cares about what’s best for my family. He truly tries to determine what you as the pet parent want and need. In tackling complicated health problems, Dr. Smith doesn’t automatically bombard with a barrage of diagnostic tests but will judiciously determine a rational sequence of testing geared towards coming up with a treatment plan, first ruling out the most likely offenders. The support staff at NTVS is top notch. The front desk employees are professional, efficient, and friendly. The assistants and techs are pleasant and accomplished. There is a phone technician who is extremely knowledgeable and has been a great help to me on a number of occasions. I like that Dr. Smith is supportive of my desire to do vaccine titers whenever possible. Overall it is a comfortable and supportive environment. And I trust that my pets are receiving very good veterinary care.

posted: 06/12/2023