Abingdon Animal Clinic
4.3 (72) 2880 George Washington Memorial Hwy, Hayes, VA 23072, USAHours:
Monday: 1:00 – 6:00 PM
Tuesday: 1:00 – 6:00 PM
Wednesday: 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Thursday: 1:00 – 6:00 PM
Friday: 1:00 – 6:00 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at Abingdon Animal Clinic
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:
| 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.
Thinking of insuring your pet?
Get Quotes & CompareGetting 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
Like other reviews this clinic is expensive compared to others. Our bill was $800 for a couple allergy test & some medications (previous vet was NOTHING close to that & we also did not have to pay $43 for a nail trim). They are upfront with the bill before treatment which is nice I suppose. Dr. Bates is caring but can be crude and tends to ramble jibberish a lot. My biggest concern is how my dog was put on a new medication and then suddenly passed just two days later due to sudden congestive heart failure. Dr. Bates had listened to her heart and said it was fine! She had been her complete normal self up until I gave her the medication she was prescribed. I was told at my appointment no blood test/xrays or anything was needed for her at this point. I should’ve followed my gut and asked for it anyway. After looking into the antihistamine she was put on, I feel as a more thorough exam should’ve been done due to her age before prescribing her the medication. I am 100% confident that if I had not given her the medication she would still be alive. I’m so devastated.
posted: 09/13/2023
Love Dr Bayes and his team. This was by far the best experience I have had with my 3 yr old Boston Terrier. She was more comfortable than I have ever seen. We were not rushed and everything was explained in detail. Highly recommend and appreciate!
posted: 09/05/2023
We love Dr. Bates and the team. They are helpful, knowledgeable, and very friendly. We have had two of our family dogs over the years see Dr. Bates and have never been disappointed. Whenever I have called with questions or needed to get our dog in quickly they have accommodated us with no issues. There have been reviews discussing cost here on google. I will just say that I would rather pay more (if I am) for Dr. Bates' 35 years of vet experience than to go to someone without his knowledge base who charges less. Love Abington Animal Clinic and the service they provide to me as a human and our fur baby.
posted: 06/22/2023
These guys and gals and the Doc saved my lil boys life. My cat Padre absolutely loves the staff... after a few weeks and multiple visits Padre came around. I feel if it weren't for this team I would have lost my little boy. Not because of the ear but all the issues the surgery uncovered. Padre is loving life as a spoiled lil garfield
posted: 08/05/2022
You can tell that Dr. Bates and his staff love animals. More importantly, the Doctor took time with us to explain what he was doing in evaluating our new puppy. Dr. Bates has a terrific bedside manor with pets and humans.
posted: 08/31/2023
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