There are a lot of animals in our neighborhoods — many of whom are well treated, and who get all of the veterinary attention they need. Others, however, may have owners who can’t afford vaccinations or preventive treatments, and end up getting fatally sick earlier than they might have otherwise.
A new veterinary clinic in Chamblee, called Wellpoint Humane, has been founded to stop this cycle and help prevent pets from being “economically euthanized.” They offer low-cost vaccinations, basic pet medical care and some medicines (heartworm preventative, etc). For people who qualify as low-income, there are some discounted rates available. Wellpoint Humane is located at 5342 Peachtree Road in Chamblee. Their office hours are 8am-4pm Monday through Thursday and 8am-12pm on Friday. They are run by the non-profit group, Atlanta Animal Alliance and their phone number is 770-455-1011. If you have a neighbor who is elderly and on a fixed income, or one who you suspect might need a low-cost veterinarian, you might want to refer them to these folks.
Of course, while I’m giving out plugs for veterinarians, I should mention my own vets – Dr. Rouvet and Dr Waters from North Hills Animal Hospital. These two veterinarians have seen our dogs through general exams, infected dewclaws, hip dysplasia, cancer and euthanasia. I have always felt like they genuinely care about our pets while also being honest about the chances of success for a particular treatment. I do not consider North Hills Animal Hospital to be expensive when compared to what some of my friends pay in areas like Decatur and Midtown, although they are a full-service clinic, unlike Wellpoint Humane, and are thus priced accordingly. They are open all-day, Monday through Friday with morning hours on Saturday. North Hills Animal Hospital is located at the Big Lots shopping center on Chamblee Tucker Road and their phone number is 770-451-6740.
I transferred to the Medlock Bridge Animal Hospital that was affliated with the Doraville Animal Hospital on Stewart Road after the latter closed. Veterinary care is a basic business that has fled the Doraville area over the past few years, the NE Expressway Animal Hospital on I-85 South Access Road also having closed in the not too distant past.
I may check ou the North Hill Animal Hospital. Can you tell me the daily cost to board a 45 lb dog there?