Southside Animal Hospital
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How to Save on Veterinary Costs at Southside 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.
Why Pet Insurance Information Appears on This Page
Looking for information about Southside 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.
How to Choose a Pet Insurance Provider
Pet Insurance Review helps pet parents compare insurance providers using verified customer reviews and real-world experiences. Our tools make it easier to evaluate providers based on claims experience, service quality, and overall satisfaction.
We have collected more than 220,000 reviews from pet parents, creating one of the largest independent databases of pet insurance feedback available.
How rankings are determined
Unexpected veterinary expenses can happen at any clinic. The providers below are ranked using verified reviews submitted by real pet parents through Pet Insurance Review. Results reflect overall satisfaction, claims experience, and value based on real world feedback. Rankings are updated regularly as new reviews are submitted.
| Rating | Provider | Total Review |
|---|---|---|
| 4.7 | Adoro | 11 |
| 4.5 | AKC | 1,798 |
| 4.4 | ASPCA | 12,179 |
| 4.9 | Embrace | 19,905 |
| 4.9 | Fetch | 5,683 |
| 4.1 | Figo | 2,852 |
| 4.4 | Hartville | 182 |
| 4.9 | Healthy Paws | 11,248 |
| 4.8 | Lemonade | 831 |
| 4.6 | ManyPets | 2,414 |
| 4.7 | MetLife | 10,299 |
| 4.8 | Nationwide | 25,409 |
| 3.9 | Pet Assure | 15 |
| 4.3 | PetPartners | 121 |
| 4.9 | Pets Best | 15,114 |
| 4.8 | Prudent Pet | 2,805 |
| 4.7 | Pumpkin | 3,380 |
| 4.6 | Spot | 11,323 |
| 4.9 | Trupanion | 55,033 |
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
705 reviews
I took my Great Pyrenees, Buddy to Southside Animal Hospital for a second opinion when I was encouraged a few days earlier by another Vet Clinic to schedule surgery to have a large lump removed from his back. This Vet Clinic made no tests other than the one they had made with positive results a year earlier and there was no change in the lump. The doctor stated her belief that the lump was cancerous & surgery would be needed to remove it, but without testing. Thankfully, I did not listen to what the other Vet Clinic suggested & I scheduled an appointment for a second opinion at Southside Animal Hospital. My appointment was at 10AM & a very nice lady came & took us to an exam room just a minute later, no waiting. The girls up front was also friendly & nice. I think Buddy & I really lucked up when we were seen by Dr Weaver. She was the nicest, kindest person ever & I felt she really cared about Buddy, not like so many vets in the past, just push & shove, hurry up, get your money & get you out the door. As it turned out after Dr Weaver made tests, Buddy was 'fit as a fiddle" & did not need surgery. I think it is despicable that a Vet would suggest surgery on an animal with no tests whatsoever, just what they think & with dollar signs in their eyes. Needless to say, Southside Animal Hospital will be our place to go from now on. I would recommend it to anybody that has been looking for great professional care for their pets BUDDY GIVES DR WEAVER 11 STARS!!
Jun 12, 2024
Dr Sara Anderson has been so caring and compassionate with both of my dogs. She was especially kind with my dog, Scout, who had been diagnosed with cancer after having a high-grade mast cell tumor removed by a different vet 1-31-23. She gave me various options if I start to notice symptoms that his condition is worsening. As his cancer progressed she walked through it with me. Thank you, Dr. Anderson, for being the kind, caring vet I have been searching for!
May 23, 2024
Southside has been our go-to vet for a few years now and every experience has been pleasant and helpful. They were very accommodating when my dog passed away and they take great care of our new one!
Jul 3, 2024
Loving, careful, thoughtful and helpful. They’re very polite and have helped our two cats and one dog live a happy, healthy life. We had an issue with our dog having allergic reactions to vaccines. Southside offered our pup, Mallow, free antibiotics, pain meds, and service to make sure he was well after his vaccines. They are very understanding and show true care and attention to detail. Would highly recommend these folks.
Apr 11, 2024
I don't have to worry about finding a good veterinarians office after moving here from another state. The staff was very friendly and I got the feeling they truly cared for my 2 best friends. I haven't had a lot of dealings with them yet but I am pretty sure I made a good choice. I have a brother who's a veterinarian in another state and told him what they said and did and he said "You are obviously better at picking out a vet than you are a wife". So I have that going for me 🤷♂️
Jul 12, 2024
Veterinarians in Nashville, Tennessee
5 Points Animal Hospital
1103 Woodland St, Nashville, TN 37206, USA(615) 750-2377
Airport Animal Clinic
215 Pineway Dr, Nashville, TN 37217, USA(615) 367-9319
Alitura Veterinary Care
1501 Ensley Blvd, Nashville, TN 37210, USA(615) 988-1260
Animal House Veterinary Clinic
223 Largo Dr, Nashville, TN 37211, USA(615) 834-6441
Apex Veterinary Cardiology Consulting
1390 Adams St, Nashville, TN 37208, USABanfield Pet Hospital
719 Thompson Ln, Nashville, TN 37204, USA(615) 385-9034
Belle Forest Animal Hospital
154 Belle Forest Cir, Nashville, TN 37221, USA(615) 662-1700
Belle Meade Animal Hospital
6210 TN-100, Nashville, TN 37205, USA(615) 352-4370