South Hill Veterinary Hospital

4.4 (532)
620 39th Ave SW, Puyallup, WA 98373, USA

Hours:

Monday: 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Thursday: 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Friday: 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Saturday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Sunday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

How to Save Money at South Hill Veterinary Hospital

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 5,697
4.9 Embrace 10,255
4.9 Fetch 174
4.4 Figo 587
4.7 Hartville 164
4.9 Healthy Paws 7,475
4.9 Lemonade 781
3.2 ManyPets 11
4.6 MetLife 424
4.8 Nationwide 21,391
4.3 Pet Assure 12
4.7 PetPartners 98
4.5 Pets Best 7,194
4.3 Pumpkin 54
4.7 Spot 160
4.8 Trupanion 55,007
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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Laura James

Best Veterinarian Hospital ever The love and compassion that they have for a client and our pets.

posted: 06/13/2023

Janeen Hamilton

My beloved dog suddenly collapsed and I rushed him there but it was too late. They were very compassionate and professional and I was grateful. A week later, I found a dog and took him in to be scanned for a microchip and he had one they were very helpful and kind. It's a great team of animal lovers dedicated to what they do and it shows. Very good place to take your pets to.

posted: 06/08/2023

Curvie Hawkins

I would want the front desk staff at a veterinary office to create a welcoming experience to assure me that my dog in boarding also felt welcomed but that was not my experience. After a long 18 days of having my dog in boarding here, my daughter and I went in anxiously excited to pick our dog up and front staff was like ho-hum, "that'll be $700"... just another transaction. Then the person from the kennel brings in our well-missed dog, hands me the leash and quickly turns away. No personality, no offer of an update, no shared excitement to see family re-united after 18 days. I had to call her back to ask her a question and it was like pulling teeth to get her to tell me they had at least feed my dog that morning. No other update provided, it was like, thanks for your money, here's your dog, bye. Perhaps it was just me, or just a bad day at the clinic.

posted: 07/11/2023

Taylor

I loved this place and the care that the staff showed for my dog. My dog has been struggling with his weight and is very sensitive to calories. Originally we came in to address his conjunctivitis but the fact that they actually asked questions about his diet, medical history, and obtained and reviewed his past veterinary history before the appointment. They worked with me to squeeze him in for an appointment and allowed me to drop him off and take a look at him when they had some free time in the day. Compared to past experiences, this was amazing service and I will take him here regularly!

posted: 06/01/2023

Lisa Camper

We I had an emergency with my dog a couple of weeks ago. I went in there, and they were not able to see my dog because you had to make an appointment. The lady was nice at the desk both of them. However, one of them who I believe was like an assistant gave wrong advice, and I believe that something worse could have happened to my dog throughout the night had I not gone to the veterinarian hospital in Sumner. However, I did appreciate a lady who was in there who came over and prayed over my dog because she had a bone wedged between her teeth at the top of her mouth in the back of her throat... Prayers of the righteous availet much... 🙏🏽🙏🏽

posted: 06/20/2023