Shannon Veterinary Clinic
4.1 (17) 608 Madison Ave, Donnellson, IA 52625, USAHours:
How to Save Money at Shannon Veterinary Clinic
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 | 11,723 |
| 4.9 | Embrace | 16,841 |
| 4.9 | Fetch | 13,945 |
| 4.2 | Figo | 2,599 |
| 4.7 | Hartville | 165 |
| 4.9 | Healthy Paws | 9,991 |
| 4.9 | Lemonade | 805 |
| 4.6 | ManyPets | 2,338 |
| 4.0 | MetLife | 636 |
| 4.8 | Nationwide | 21,405 |
| 4.3 | Pet Assure | 12 |
| 4.5 | PetPartners | 112 |
| 4.3 | Pets Best | 12,146 |
| 4.6 | Pumpkin | 1,425 |
| 4.6 | Spot | 6,873 |
| 4.9 | Trupanion | 70,209 |
| 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
This place is horrible as long as doc shannon is in there. It has been a week amd I'm still waiting on the emergency number to call me back regarding my very sick dog!! Which in the long run my dog passed away thanks to this wonderful vet who dodmt return calls. I did find one however that was amazing and did all they could to try to save him. What is the point of an emergency number if it goes directly to voicemail and no one calls back? Sickening!!!! I don't want even 1 star on here but it makes me.
posted: 03/03/2020
Bill has been our vet for years. Always there when needed. And will not take my animals to anyone else. Hes the best. He has vaccinated all our animals and has always been honest and caring with us.
posted: 09/25/2018
I've had 4 animals throughout the past 9 years seen here. 3 cats and 1 dog fixed here and also one of my 3 cats de-clawed. All my pets have had their vaccinations here throughout the years as well. They are all happy healthy animals, Great service!
posted: 08/14/2016
It was a year ago or so but i took my cat over to get her fixed and i honestly expected a big scar like one of my cats. But amazingly it was actually quite small! I'm gladd took her here!
posted: 11/02/2019
Truly amazing. Visited this poor excuse for a vet with my dying cat. Somehow it went from probable rabies to him screaming at me because i didn't have the money to drive 70 miles to Iowa City. Called my husband in tears and while I was on the phone he continued to yell about how he wasn't responsible and that I had no choice, I had to go to Iowa City. Now I'm at home with a dying cat and as far as this jerk is concerned I have no options, I cannot take my kitty anywhere. And maybe I don't have any options, but aren't vets supposed to care about animals and animal lovers? He made what was already a miserable, sad day into something altogether unbearable. Stay away from this sad human at all costs.
posted: 07/25/2013