Hartwood Animal Hospital

4.6 (378 reviews)
15 Jewett Ln, Fredericksburg, VA 22406, USA

Hours

Monday 7:30 AM – 7:00 PM Tuesday 7:30 AM – 7:00 PM Wednesday 7:30 AM – 7:00 PM Thursday 7:30 AM – 7:00 PM Friday 7:30 AM – 7:00 PM Saturday 7:30 AM – 1:00 PM Sunday Closed

How to Save on Veterinary Costs at Hartwood 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 Hartwood 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.

Top Pet Insurance Providers of 2026
Rating Provider Total Review
4.7 Adoro 11
4.5 AKC 1,798
4.4 ASPCA 12,182
4.9 Embrace 19,907
4.9 Fetch 5,691
4.1 Figo 2,852
4.4 Hartville 182
4.9 Healthy Paws 11,260
4.8 Lemonade 831
4.6 ManyPets 2,414
4.7 MetLife 10,344
4.8 Nationwide 25,431
3.9 Pet Assure 15
4.3 PetPartners 121
4.9 Pets Best 15,132
4.8 Prudent Pet 2,811
4.7 Pumpkin 3,393
4.6 Spot 11,341
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

4.6

378 reviews

Ashley was phenomenal! Totally went above and beyond when I just called in about a little dumped pet bunny I found and am trying to get back to healthy! Sweet, personable, polite couldn't have been nicer calming me down and assuring me of the bunnies care- and I'm from out of town! Makes me wish I was a local and my bunny wishes too! Give that tech a raise!

Sep 11, 2023

The ladies at the front desk are awesome! They are both friendly and professional. My two bunnies are taken care of by Dr. Jewett. Precious, my Holland Lop, was treated for stasis, also the doctor performed surgery (spayed) Dr. Jewett called the day after her surgery to ask how Precious was doing, and my questions were answered with professional and compassionate advice. I previously went to a well known veterinarian hospital for my dogs near me, they even treat rabbits now. But, the time and extra miles are well worth it! I’m definitely staying with Hartwood Animal Hospital.

Feb 18, 2023

First time writing a review on any forum Sadly it was time for the greatest dog in the Universe to leave Earth yesterday. The sincere care and professionalism of Dr.Austin and her staff made this extremely painful event go as well as it could. We will remember this forever. Thank You!!!

Mar 11, 2023

I scoured the internet looking for the best reviews, specifically for rabbits/bunny care, and you fine folks popped up! My friend and I came in and could not have been happier, more engaged, or more impressed with our meeting! The entire staff was extremely kind, and the Dr was entirely knowledgeable. We learned a great deal, and I feel so much safer knowing that I have such a wonderful Dr to bring our bunnies to. Finding someone as passionate as she is was incredible. Thank you so much for your time. Worth EVERY PENNY! (Also, TY so much for the military discount! Awesome!)

Aug 21, 2023

We were not regular clients. My dog's ears had something wrong and she wouldnt let me touch them. They were able to see us; after explaining their policy, and being able to fulfill their request (needed prior records sent over) we were seen (it was all done in a quick and reasonable time frame). It turned out my dog had an ear infection (and a skin allergy). We were able to have everything done at that visit on that day, and they had the meds my pup needed there for me to pickup. They were very kind, helpful, and informative. Am glad to now be a regular client, would absolutely recommend.

Sep 11, 2023