VCA Edgewood Animal Hospital
4.5 (455) 3434 Midway Dr NW, Cedar Rapids, IA 52405, USAHours:
Monday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at VCA Edgewood Animal Hospital
Schedule Regular Vet Visits
One of the best ways to save on vet bills is to prevent expensive health issues before they develop. By scheduling regular wellness checkups, your vet can detect health issues early, helping you to avoid costly treatments and surgeries down the road.
Price Shop for Pet Prescriptions
Oftentimes our fur babies are prescribed human drugs off-label. Your vet is apt to charge more for these medications than you would pay at your local pharmacy. In fact, big-box or chain pharmacies can offer steep discounts. So it’s best to price shop.
Pet Insurance
Most pet insurance providers will pay between 80% and 90% of the vet bill. You can even get coverage for routine care and things like vaccinations and dental cleanings. If you do the math, you’ll most likely find that pet insurance makes financial sense in the long run as well as gives you peace of mind.
How Do You Choose the Right Pet Insurance Provider?
Pet Insurance Review makes it incredibly easy for pet parents to select an insurance provider they feel good about. You can use our handy comparison tool to get the gist of what a company offers. We’ve also collected over 150,000 reviews of insurance companies from real pet parents like you to rank the top providers in the market. Here is the current ranking of each:
| Rating | Provider | Total Review |
|---|---|---|
| 4.4 | AKC | 891 |
| 4.5 | ASPCA | 11,756 |
| 4.9 | Embrace | 17,140 |
| 4.9 | Fetch | 18,308 |
| 4.2 | Figo | 2,602 |
| 4.7 | Hartville | 165 |
| 4.9 | Healthy Paws | 10,008 |
| 4.9 | Lemonade | 805 |
| 4.6 | ManyPets | 2,343 |
| 4.0 | MetLife | 652 |
| 4.8 | Nationwide | 21,407 |
| 4.3 | Pet Assure | 12 |
| 4.5 | PetPartners | 113 |
| 4.3 | Pets Best | 12,229 |
| 4.6 | Pumpkin | 1,473 |
| 4.6 | Spot | 7,024 |
| 4.9 | Trupanion | 73,550 |
| 4.8 | Prudent Pet | 125 |
Or, you can simply get a fast quote from multiple providers and go from there.
Thinking of insuring your pet?
Get Quotes & CompareGetting to Know Your New Vet: Essential Questions to Ask
Choosing a new veterinarian is an important decision for any pet owner. You want to find someone who is competent, compassionate, and a good fit for you and your fur baby. To help you get the most out of your first appointment, here's a list of essential questions to ask your new vet:
Tell me about your experience with [pet type].
Different vets have different areas of specialization. Some are experts with cats, some dogs, some pocket pets, and some horses. Knowing that your vet has vast experience treating your specific type of pet can bring you peace of mind.
How do you handle emergencies?
You must know what to do in case of a pet medical emergency. Inquire what after-hours policy the clinic has, whether they have on-site emergency care available, and if they have a relationship with any nearby emergency animal hospitals.
How do you communicate with pet owners?
Good communication is key to building a trusting relationship with your vet. Ask how they prefer to communicate (phone calls, emails, online portal) and how often you can expect to hear from them.
Are there any breed-specific health concerns I should be aware of?
Some breeds are predisposed to certain health conditions. Knowing what to watch out for can help you catch problems early and get your pet the treatment they need.
Do you have any questions for me about my pet?
This is a great question to ask because the answer will show that the vet is interested in getting to know your pet as an individual and is willing to listen to your concerns.
Bonus question: Can I take a tour of your facility?
Getting a feel for the clinic's environment can help you and your pet feel more comfortable during your visits. Remember, you’re not just looking for a veterinarian, you’re looking for a partnership. Do not be afraid to ask these questions and any others you can think of. Any vet worth their salt will be happy to answer them. Because the more informed you are, the better equipped you'll be to make decisions about your pet's care! And that should be every vet’s top priority.
Reviews from Google
We found Dr. Conrad while looking for a vet to see our reptiles. The experience has been phenomenal! She is compassionate and thorough, taking the time to discuss husbandry and answer questions, or consult with a reptile specialist when more information is needed. Prices are perfectly reasonable considering the quality of care provided. One of our chameleons is showing dramatic improvements with treatment. The photo shows our other chameleon at his first visit. We strongly recommend Dr. Conrad for reptile care!
posted: 06/08/2023
Gosh where do I start. I had been bringing my dog Bear there, for years. We had to relocate to Little Rock, and we made the 10 hour drive home for them to see Bear. It was worth every mile. Outstanding customer service, everyone is always so helpful, but most importantly; they care. It means so much to have someone care about your pet as much as you do. Highly, highly recommend! Thank you Dr. Hanker and staff!
posted: 07/27/2023
Switched to this group after some not so great care/service by our former vet. Best decision I have made for my fur-buddy! The entire staff treated him like he was their own. He even acted better than he ever has for his annual visit. SO happy we made the switch. Thank you!
posted: 11/07/2022
Highly recommend. Everyone is very nice and will always answer your questions. I have been taking my dog and 2 cats here for 13 years or more. Everyone loves my dog and supportive through health issues. And very compassionate when we sadly had to say goodbye to our 17yr old cat. We will never change to another vet.
posted: 03/30/2023
My parents have 2 very old cats, my father took them in to have groomed. well this time they said they couldn't groom one of them because it was being aggressive 🙄 and that the other cat needed to be sedated so they could groom her. Instead of being groomed and combed they left hair around her feet and head and shaved her, I've never seen anything like this before. It's a hack job. Won't go back for any services
posted: 06/13/2023
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