What to Expect at a Veterinary Appointment
Knowing what to expect at your first appointment will help make the process more pleasant for both you and your pet.
Get Settled
Please arrive approximately 10 minutes early to fill out our New Patient Form. To save a bit of time, you can complete the New Patient Form online in advance.
Meet Your Veterinarian
A member of our team will review your pet's history and discuss their issues. You can ask any questions you want, and we'll dedicate time to answering them.
Examination, Diagnosis & Treatment
Once your pet has been assessed, we will provide you with a diagnosis and treatment recommendations. Your vet will work with you to determine a treatment plan for your pet.
After your visit, we will create a detailed report of our diagnosis, our discussion with you, and your pet's treatment plan. This information with be kept on hand for whenever you need it.
Our Pet Care Philosophy
At Powder Springs Animal Clinic our motto is 'Compassionate Critter Care'. We are dedicated to providing state-of-the-art veterinary service to you and your pet with care, compassion, and a gentle approach.
Our vets have been providing outstanding veterinary care for over 40 years. We are proud to serve pets in Powder Springs, Douglasville, Villa Rica, Dallas, Mableton and beyond.
Preventative care, client education and providing emergency and rehabilitative care to Powder Springs pets is our passion.
Hospital FAQs
If you are bringing your dog or cat to Powder Springs Animal Clinic for their first visit with us, you are bound to have questions.
Read through the answers to our hospital FAQs to learn more about our office policies, payment options, and appointment booking.
- What types of payment options are available?
Payment in full is expected at the time services are provided or upon discharge of your pet. We accept payment by cash, check, Visa, MasterCard, Discover, and American Express.
- Are there payment plans available for my pet’s care?
We are proud to offer CareCredit and Scratchpay as financing options. They offer an easy application process that will give you results in minutes.
- Will I be provided with an estimate of costs?
We will provide a good-faith estimate of the cost of our services prior to treating your pet. However, unforeseen circumstances may arise that impact your final bill.
We will always discuss our written estimate with all clients before they leave our facility, and require a deposit based on our estimate prior to any further treatment.
- Should I call ahead to book an appointment?
Yes, please call ahead to book an appointment to ensure we have room in our schedule to see your pet.
In the event that your pet needs emergency care during our regular business hours, please contact us right away.
- What is your appointment cancellation policy?
If you need to cancel or reschedule an appointment, please let us know as soon as possible so that we can offer the space in our schedule to other clients.
- What types of animals do you treat?
We take care of cats and dogs of all breeds and sizes.
- Where can I purchase my pet's prescription and food?
You can purchase all the medications and specialty food your pet needs either via our online store or our in-house pharmacy.
- What are the fees associated with an emergency visit?
A deposit payment is required for all emergency examinations. Once the staff and doctors have examined your pet, an estimate for treatment will be given to you to determine a treatment plan.
If further hospitalization, diagnostics or surgery are required, a deposit is required upfront, with payment in full due when your pet is discharged.
- Can you help with my pet insurance?
We’re happy to help you fill out pet insurance forms for your pet’s visit.
Pet Owner Resources
Here are some helpful links for your pet's health.
New Patient Form
Download and fill out the New Patient Form to bring with you, or save time by completing and submitting our online New Patient Form before you arrive.