Animal Hospital of Signal Mountain

4.8 (553)
1801 Taft Hwy, Walden, TN 37377, USA

Hours:

Monday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Thursday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Friday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Saturday: 7:30 AM – 3:00 PM

Sunday: Closed

How to Save Money at Animal Hospital of Signal Mountain

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 2026
Rating Provider Total Review
4.5 AKC 1,796
4.5 ASPCA 12,100
4.9 Embrace 19,757
4.9 Fetch 5,327
4.1 Figo 2,831
4.5 Hartville 179
4.9 Healthy Paws 11,028
4.8 Lemonade 822
4.6 ManyPets 2,413
4.7 MetLife 8,294
4.8 Nationwide 24,771
3.9 Pet Assure 15
4.3 PetPartners 121
4.9 Pets Best 8,891
4.8 Pumpkin 3,077
4.6 Spot 10,830
4.9 Trupanion 55,032
4.8 Prudent Pet 2,671
4.3 Adoro 4

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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Elizabeth May

First I’d like to say they did a great job caring for my dog. Quick, friendly, and efficient , until it came time to pay I was very happy. I noticed because it seemed high. I then asked exactly what I was paying for to find out they charged me extra, more than double the haircut cost to give my 11 pound dog a bath. I only had a haircut scheduled, and because I am newer to this vet, I didn’t know to specify no bath. I feel stolen from! Not only did they take my money, they took my time. I had bathed my dog prior to taking her for just her haircut.

posted: 02/04/2025

ChrissyMay

We’ve been seeing Dr. Cornman for about a year. We live in Hixson, but our previous vet referred us to her when one of our dogs had a problem with her tail. Dr. Cornman did a magnificent surgery on our sweet girl and she’s healed beautifully with no problems. They’ve also solved some other issues with both of our pups which was such a relief. Our dogs now see her for their annual visits and vaccinations. They are always relaxed in this office and get along so well with the staff. Everyone at this vet hospital is delightful, friendly, and go out of their way to make sure their clients have exactly what they need. I actually needed some records just the other day and the moment I hung up they were in my email. So attentive and thorough! I love that my dogs have such a wonderful vet and will gladly drive to Signal Mountain for them to be seen by Dr. Cornman.

posted: 01/30/2025

Alexis McDowell

Saw Dr. Kincannon today for my guinea pigs injured eye. It was our first visit and we were very pleased! The clinic is very nice and clean. Got us into a room very quickly and the doctor and staff were very sweet. Thank you for all the help & getting us an appointment on such short notice!! 🙂

posted: 10/19/2024

Leucas Gouvitsa

The unpredictable happened two days ago, and my Aussie, Louis got into some things he shouldn’t have. I suspected he had a blockage because he was throwing up EVERYTHING that he ingested. After spending a whole day in panic, and being turned away from the two vets I’ve used in the past, I called the Animal Hospital of Signal Mountain. They were able to get us in within the hour. Dr. Cornman was prompt with Louis’ care and even stayed open many hours past close to do his emergency surgery. I am so grateful for his care here, as I don’t think Louis would be here without them. The Animal Hospital of Signal Mountain just gained a lifetime patient. Thank you again for everything, Dr. Cornman and staff. P.S. this was also the cheapest option out of every vet I called in Chattanooga.

posted: 02/05/2025

Inkpaws

I couldn't possibly say enough nice things about Dr. Kincannon and the rest of the staff. I'd moved down here with two of my rabbits, and was a little concerned because they'd always gone to an exotics specific clinic, which there didn't seem to be around here. So, I was a little weary of taking them to a small animal clinic; but Dr. Kincannon has been great! And, frankly, I think she does a more thorough exam than the exotic vet did. It's also nice to be a little more involved, getting to see their exam and even their teeth while the doctor has the little tool in their mouth to be able to see them. I added a third rabbit to the mix after moving down here, and she did her spay and everything, which went well. Earlier this year all three of them got blood work done because two of them needed dental care. One needed his incisors trimmed down, and another needed her molar clipped down. The rabbit that got her molar clipped even got dental x-rays! Which, I know sounds like a lot, but rabbit dental health is so important so they can keep eating correctly and comfortably; and to ensure those difficult to see teeth aren't growing wildly into places they shouldn't and causing other problems. They even had to order special products to do the rabbit dental, which I'm really glad they were willing to do! The one rabbit who didn't need dental work, but had blood work done, just for good measure, had a liver elevation, which she suspected was from the blood draw its self-- and, thankfully checked out normal on later blood work; but Dr. Kincannon is keen to keep an eye on in the future, just in case. Which, is all just to say: If you have rabbits and are also concerned about a small animal clinic vs just an exotics clinic-- they'll definitely be in good hands with Dr. Kincannon. She's very thorough, wants you to be involved, and transparent about everything as she talks to you. Sprout, Smudge and Spec probably have different opinions about their trips to the vet, but it's a great relief and comfort knowing they have such a wonderful staff taking care of them.

posted: 08/24/2024