Payment & Financing Options

At Albany Animal Hospital, we are committed to making high-quality veterinary care accessible, affordable, and stress-free.

Payment Policy

  • Payment is due at the time of service.
    To maintain focus on patient care, customer service, and cost control, we do not offer billing.

  • We accept:

    • Cash

    • Debit Cards

    • Credit Cards: Visa, MasterCard, Discover, American Express

    • Cherry (Primary financing option)

    • CareCredit

    • Scratch Pay

    • Personal checks (from established clients only)

    • Phone payments (available to established clients only)

Flexible Financing Options

1. Cherry – Buy Now, Pay Monthly

Cherry makes it easy to spread out your payments over time with no hidden fees.

  • Instant approval

  • No hard credit check

  • Flexible monthly payment options

👉 Apply for Cherry →

2. CareCredit®

CareCredit helps you cover veterinary expenses with monthly payments and deferred interest plans.

Highlights:

  • Low monthly payments

  • Interest-free financing for 6 months (on purchases over $200)

  • Fast approval process

  • No annual fee

Important Terms:

  • Under $200:

    • No interest if paid in full by the due date on your first statement

    • Not eligible for the 6-month deferred interest plan

  • Over $200:

    • Eligible for the 6-month deferred interest plan if minimum payments are made and balance is paid in full by the end of 6 months

    • Otherwise, interest applies retroactively from the original purchase date

Apply:

If approved online, bring your approval and two forms of ID to your appointment.

3. Scratch Pay

Scratch Pay offers transparent and straightforward payment plans.

  • No hidden fees

  • Quick and easy approval

  • Flexible terms

👉 Apply or learn more at ScratchPay.com →

Pet Insurance Options

Pet insurance can be a smart way to manage unexpected veterinary expenses and ensure your pet gets the care they need.

We recommend:

  • Pumpkin Pet Insurance + Preventative Care
    Call: 1-866-ARF-MEOW
    Visit Website →

  • Explore and compare insurance plans:
    👉 Visit PetInsuranceReview.com →
    A trusted resource for comparing providers, coverage options, and real customer reviews.

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