The CareCredit health and pet care credit card can be used to pay for routine appointments, grooming services, emergency pet care, surgeries, prescriptions and treatments.* It gives pet owners the peace of mind needed for their pets’ care, in every moment and for a lifetime.
From routine to unexpected, the CareCredit health and pet care credit card gives clients a dedicated way to pay for all the moments of care their pet needs with financing options that let them pay over time*, and providers get paid in 2 business days. Less worry for them, less stress for your team.
CareCredit provides a super-friendly financing experience that works with all your workflows. Once enrolled, your practice gets a unique custom link and QR code so clients can access financing with the CareCredit credit card, in every moment of care. They just click or scan with their own smart device to learn about financing, see if they prequalify (no impact to their credit score), and apply. Upon approval, they have a flexible way to pay, again and again, for the care their pet needs.*
CareCredit financing solution is also integrated into most practice management softwares so clients can have an additional way to pay. The integration is designed to help practice teams save time, increase productivity, and provide clients with a financing option to make it easier for them to move forward with recommended treatment.
The CareCredit credit card empowers your clients to be financially prepared for every moment of care, now and for a lifetime.
*Subject to credit approval.
The CareCredit credit card can be used to pay for any service or product you offer including:
CareCredit works together with pet insurance to keep pet owners better prepared for a Lifetime of Care.
We know your team is busy. That’s why we’ve done everything to make the experience as efficient and time-friendly as possible. The all-digital experience means clients can learn about CareCredit from the comfort of their phone or computer. The financing conversation is as easy as “Just scan the code.”
Featured Spotlight from CareCredit
Understanding the hidden barriers that keep pet owners from following through—and how vet teams can bridge the gap.
Every veterinarian knows the heartbreak of seeing a pet suffer needlessly because recommended care wasn’t followed through. Behind every missed appointment or declined treatment lies a tangle of barriers—financial worries, emotional stress, and simple misunderstandings—that can leave pet owners feeling overwhelmed and veterinary teams frustrated. A new study, Cracking the Code – Understanding the Complexities of Compliance, takes an unflinching look at those realities, shining a light on the human side of compliance and the quiet struggles that shape the choices pet owners make.
For veterinarians, compliance isn’t about numbers—it’s about fulfilling a mission to give animals the healthiest, happiest lives possible. By uncovering what truly drives pet owner decisions, and where communication and support often break down, a new study, Cracking the Code: Understanding the Complexities of Compliance, now offers both clarity and hope.
Conducted by AAHA with generous support from CareCredit, this report:
The results reinforce that every small step you take matters in supporting better compliance – which means a longer, pain-free life for the pets entrusted to your care.
What’s more, this report provides vet med professionals an unflinching look at the realities your clients face, shining a light on the human side of compliance and the quiet struggles that shape the choices pet owners make.
Member Exclusive
Each month in Trends, we will spotlight a team member from an accredited practice*. Does your team boast an outstanding veterinarian, veterinary technician, veterinary assistant, customer service representative, or kennel worker? Nominate your employee and you and your employee can win $500 in gift cards courtesy of CareCredit!
* Must be a member of an AAHA-accredited practice.
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Free for members, $25 for non-members. Led by Debbie Boone, this course aims to help veterinary professionals excel in client service by integrating hospitality principles to foster stronger client-pet-practice relationships. Focused on the critical role of emotional intelligence, empathy, and active listening, participants will learn how to effectively communicate and manage difficult situations, ensuring clients feel heard, valued, and satisfied. The course emphasizes the importance of personalized service, anticipation of client needs, and keen observation to enhance the overall client experience.
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Free for members. $25 for non-members. The AAHA Community Care Guidelines mark a pivotal step toward redefining how veterinary teams approach access to care. This course unpacks the collaborative work of leaders in shelter medicine, private practice, public health, and veterinary equity, offering veterinary professionals a clear roadmap to provide high-quality care across diverse client and patient populations. You’ll explore how “gold standard” care is being reimagined not as a rigid, one-size fits all benchmark, but as an adaptable, tiered model that prioritizes both patient outcomes and client realities.
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Ever wish you could effortlessly incorporate AAHA Technician Utilization Guidelines into your practice culture? Now you can with our comprehensive implementation toolkit.
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Unlike doctors in human healthcare, general veterinary practitioners can care for their patients throughout their lifetimes. During a pet’s life, the veterinarian directs these efforts to promote the pet’s overall wellbeing; prevent, diagnose, and treat disease; and support the pet-owning family.
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By bridging the information gap and addressing cost concerns directly, practices can enhance trust and enable pet owners to make informed decisions—ensuring they feel supported throughout the specialty care process. Explore the full study at vetspecialtycare.com.
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In her new book, Hospitality in Healthcare, Debbie Boone, CVPM, demonstrates how shifting to a hospitality-driven mindset can transform the clinic experience for practice teams, clients, and patients.
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