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West Alabama Animal Hospital

(205) 367-8838

https://west-hospital.jany.io/

26075 Highway 17, Carrollton AL 35447

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Hours:

Monday - 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM, 1:30 PM to 5:30 PM
Tuesday - 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM, 1:30 PM to 5:30 PM
Wednesday - 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM, 1:30 PM to 5:30 PM
Thursday - 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Friday - 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM, 1:30 PM to 5:30 PM
Saturday - 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Sunday - Closed

Expected vet visit costs in Carrollton, AL

Service	Average National Cost	Expected Cost in Carrollton, AL
Routine checkups	$50 to $250	$70
Spay/neuter	$160 to $220	$166
Vaccines per shot	$15 to $28	$16
Physical exams	$45 to $55	$46
Fecal exam	$25 to $45	$27
Heartworm test	$45 to $50	$45
Dental cleaning	$70 to $400	$103
Allergy testing	$195 to $300	$205
Geriatric screening	$85 to $110	$87

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How the cost of pet care in Carrollton, AL compares to surrounding areas

City	Cost	Distance
Columbus, MS	4% cheaper than Carrollton, AL	25.1 miles away
Northport, AL	0% more expensive than Carrollton, AL	30.1 miles away
Tuscaloosa, AL	0% more expensive than Carrollton, AL	30.7 miles away
Starkville, MS	4% cheaper than Carrollton, AL	43.8 miles away
Bessemer, AL	7% more expensive than Carrollton, AL	66.7 miles away
Meridian, MS	16% more expensive than Carrollton, AL	71.3 miles away
Alabaster, AL	7% more expensive than Carrollton, AL	74.0 miles away
Pelham, AL	0% more expensive than Carrollton, AL	74.4 miles away
Birmingham, AL	7% more expensive than Carrollton, AL	76.3 miles away

How to save on vet bills in Carrollton, AL

Get pet insurance

Pet insurance is a great tool to save on vet bills. Most plans are significantly cheaper than human health insurance, and reimburse 80%, 90%, or even 100% of your vet bill after the deductible is met.

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Schedule preventative care visits

Proactive, preventative care is an important part in keeping vet costs low. Being proactive in scheduling vet appointments sooner rather than later can catch health issues before they become bigger problems that need expensive treatment plans.

If you're a new pet owner and haven't been to the vet before, here are some tips for your first vet visit.

Other options

If you have expenses for pre-existing medical conditions and need help financing the cost, many US vets work with treatment financing solutions like CareCredit. These payment options will help you space out your payments over time, so you can afford any large unexpected upfront costs.

Alternatively, you can try Pawlicy Advisor's "grant finder" tool to see what charities might be able to help you afford vet care.

Frequently Asked Questions From Carrollton Pet Owners

What happens if you can’t afford a vet?

If you can’t afford the vet, you risk not being able to provide critical medical care and potentially even forfeiture or euthanasia. Caring for a dog or cat is a serious responsibility. To protect yourself against the unexpected, please consider pet health insurance in Alabama. There’s also veterinary charitable grant programs you might be eligible for.

Can you just walk into a vet in Carrollton?

It really depends on whether or not they’re already booked up for the day, and if the reason you’re “walking in” is an emergency. There are some clinics in Carrollton that specifically take walk-ins, but in general you should always call ahead. If they can’t take you, they might direct you to an animal ER.