Caring Hands Animal Hospital - Centreville

4.9 (328)
5659 Stone Rd, Centreville, VA 20120, USA

Hours:

Monday: 7:30 AM – 8:00 PM

Tuesday: 7:30 AM – 8:00 PM

Wednesday: 7:30 AM – 8:00 PM

Thursday: 7:30 AM – 8:00 PM

Friday: 7:30 AM – 8:00 PM

Saturday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Sunday: Closed

How to Save Money at Caring Hands Animal Hospital - Centreville

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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Amazing care. I recently switched here from another hospital for my dog and cat. For the past few years(I think there was a change of management) we were being treated like money bags without much concern for our dog. My dog is old and in so much pain in his rear legs. On our first visit to Caring Hands, Dr. Kubalski was kind, took my concerns seriously, and prescribed a first-line medication, and said upon second visit if it isn't helping we will look into other options. I was provided with a detailed, itemized receipt and I was asked BEFORE they gave a service they charge for(at my old vet, this was an issue). Upon my second visit, Dr. Arkhipova was so nice and so was the vet tech. They listened to my concerns and took them seriously, in addition they treated my small, old, hard-of-hearing dog, Tug, with kindness. Dr. Arkhipova prescribed a new medication for arthritis, and it is helping him so much, it has turned our house happy again. He can again go for walks to the river, which makes him so happy. Thanks Caring Hands, unknown blonde tech, Dr. Kubalski, and Dr. Arkhipova!

posted: 04/17/2023

Sarah Hall

I was in urgent need of a new primary vet for my critical senior cat after dismissive care from our vet of 7 years. Caring Hands got me an appointment the very next day and provided detailed and compassionate care. They were able to relieve my cat's discomfort and collaborate with a specialist to provide medication. I'm so glad I found Caring Hands!

posted: 06/18/2023

Bowie S.

My experience with this clinic has been excellent so far. They were able to get my service dog, Cheddar, in for a sick visit the same day I called due to a cancellation (even as a new patient). He's been a little nervous around new people lately, but he absolutely loved Dr. Kulbaski and vet tech Dena. They were both so kind and caring with him. Their protocol to prevent spreading illness was great as well, and they've been amazing with answering my many follow up questions via email. So grateful to have found such a good vet close by that I can trust with caring for my sweet boy.

posted: 03/08/2023

Candice Wallize-Brannon

I was recommended to here by my mother who brings her dog here. This was jands down one of the if not the best experiences I have ever had at the vet. From the ease of scheduling to the moment you walk out the door. Everyone here is absolutely amazing, kind and truly cares about you and your pet. I wouldn't take my Kitters anywhere else.

posted: 07/08/2023

Erin Kim

We went to Caring Hands for the first time in May 2023 due to our Shiba Inu having a cracked tooth. Our previous vet stated that they were not able to extract his tooth due to a lack of specialized equipment. We have been on the lookout for a new vet for a while as our previous one did not seem that thorough, dismissed our concerns, and never explained things well. They also took vacations pretty frequently since we always seemed to see a new doctor not affiliated with their practice each time we came in for a visit. We were referred to Caring Hands by a friend, and we couldn't be happier with the treatment and service! Dr. Arkhipova and the vet tech/assistant were super gentle with our dog, and Dr. Arkhipova was very thorough in her explanation of the injury on our dog's tooth and was great about answering all of our questions. We had another visit this morning, about a month after our first visit, due to an emergency situation yesterday. I called Caring Hands yesterday morning and they were able to make an appointment this morning, so we are incredibly thankful for the flexibility! We saw Dr. Kulbaski, and again we got a very thorough explanation & examination of our dog. We appreciate the transparency of the cost of services, as well as the care that Caring Hands provides. We truly believe that these vets care about our dog and strive to provide the best quality care for him. We couldn't recommend this animal hospital enough for anyone in need of a vet!!

posted: 06/30/2023