 National Spay Alliance is a low cost veterinary clinic. We have always tried to keep costs to owners as low as possible. Over the last few years we have seen the costs of medications, insurance and taxes sky rocket. These factors make it harder and harder to keep pricing low. Most of the pets we see have never seen a veterinarian before, and all too frequently we will see pets when they are so sick they need very expensive care. If pets could be better maintained health wise or could be seen at the onset of a problem costs and outcomes would be far more positive. Pet health insurance is an economical way to do just that. Pet insurance, or veterinary health insurance, helps cover the cost of veterinary care to keep your pets healthy. Most importantly, the right insurance plan can buy you priceless peace of mind. Pet parents who have insurance can go to the vet in confidence and get their pets the treatment they need without having to worry as much about the costs. Insurance plans can be tailored to your pet’s age, potential breed-specific health conditions, existing health issues, and many other needs. You can insure multiple pets. Each pet may need a separate plan, but providers often provide a discount for each additional pet you insure. Whether your pet is susceptible to allergies, developing chronic conditions, or suffering from accidents due to over-activity, plans can offset thousands of dollars in costs. You pay a monthly premium and there are deductibles, but those are tailored to you specific needs. The plans will not cover pre-existing conditions. So don't wait until your pet is diagnosed with something to think about coverage. There are generally four types of plans; wellness plans, accident-only plans, accident-illness plans, and accident-illness plans with wellness coverage. Unlike human health insurance plans, you can use any pet insurance policy at any licensed veterinary clinic in the U.S. There are no networks to worry about and there is no co-pay. Instead, most insurance carriers require that you pay upfront for treatment. You will then be reimbursed based on the funds you had to pay and the terms of your pet insurance policy. Some carriers will pre-approve you for an upcoming procedure and offer to pay the veterinarian directly, alleviating your potential temporary financial burden. You may then submit an itemized receipt to your insurance company for reimbursement in a matter of days. When searching for pet insurance be sure you understand the deductibles, what is covered and how they pay you when the time comes. Don't wait until your pet is older or becomes sick or injured, look into policies when your pet is younger and healthy this will save you money in the long run!
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Dog and cat overpopulation is a tragic problem that affects all areas of Georgia. Each year, thousands of healthy, friendly dogs and cats are euthanized because of overpopulation. Spaying and neutering of dogs and cats helps reduce this problem. Since program Dog and cat sterilization program began through the State of Georgia, thousands of sterilization procedures have been performed by Georgia veterinarians.
National Spay Alliance came to Georgia 10yrs ago to assist in this crisis. Since coming here our organization has spayed/neutered 47,062 animals that's an untold number of lives saved. We are constantly asked what the benefits to doing this procedure is, and what is it so important not just the communities but for the pets themselves. Spaying vs. neutering: What is the difference? If you’re not sure what the difference is between spaying and neutering, the procedure you choose depends on your pet’s gender. Females are spayed while males are neutered. The procedures can collectively be referred to as being “fixed”. Whether male or female, both low-risk procedures sterilize your pet so they can’t have kittens or puppies and can prevent some life-threatening complications later in life. What is neutering? When a veterinarian neuters a male cat or dog, they’ll put your pet under anesthesia and remove the testicles. It’s also called castration and while it is indeed a serious surgery, you will only notice one to two small incisions. While pre-surgical evaluation and safe anesthesia takes time and care, the actual surgical procedure is completed in a short amount of time. Male cats are neutered in a matter of minutes and male pups are neutered in about 15-25 minutes. Your pet can return home later that day. What is spaying? Like neutering a pet, your female cat or dog will be placed under anesthesia so that they remain calm and won’t feel any pain. One incision will be made on your pet’s abdomen, just below the belly button. Then, your veterinarian will remove her reproductive organs, including the ovaries and uterus. The procedure can take about 25 minutes for cats and approximately 25-30 minutes for pups. As with neutering surgery, pets return home the same day. If you would like to book and spay/neuter appointment the fastes way to reach us is through email: [email protected] Please take moment to watch this informative video about the benefits of "fixing" your pet. |
Kim OttI have been in the veterinary and animal sheltering industry for over 40 years. I have written newpaper articles and blogs for multiple sources. Archive
March 2025
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