Indianola Veterinary Clinic
4.6 (279) 2201 N Jefferson Way, Indianola, IA 50125, USAHours:
Monday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Saturday: 7:30 AM – 1:00 PM
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at Indianola 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 | 11,713 |
| 4.9 | Embrace | 16,627 |
| 4.9 | Fetch | 10,616 |
| 4.2 | Figo | 2,598 |
| 4.7 | Hartville | 164 |
| 4.9 | Healthy Paws | 9,975 |
| 4.9 | Lemonade | 805 |
| 4.6 | ManyPets | 2,332 |
| 4.0 | MetLife | 625 |
| 4.8 | Nationwide | 21,404 |
| 4.3 | Pet Assure | 12 |
| 4.5 | PetPartners | 112 |
| 4.3 | Pets Best | 12,053 |
| 4.6 | Pumpkin | 1,425 |
| 4.6 | Spot | 6,829 |
| 4.9 | Trupanion | 67,550 |
| 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
I have been lucky enough to have found this amazing Vet Clinic 9 years ago. All of my pets come here. Even after leaving the area for 3 years, once I returned, back to Indianola Vet Clinic we came!! Caring & compassionate doctors and staff. I cannot say enough good about all of them. I drive the 30 min + because they are worth it!! Keep up the awesome Clinic… my 3 pups love you all!!
posted: 04/12/2023
The team here is fantastic. Everyone communicates clearly and effectively, but more importantly they treat every animal as if they were their own. This clinic also works exceptionally well with reactive/nervous animals. Do not hesitate to take your reactive animals here, just let the staff know when you call what your animals needs! Yes you will have to wait, but the place is so busy because people trust them, they make time to see you and your pet and address your concerns, all while treating everyone so well. Thank you to the staff here, you all are amazing.
posted: 07/01/2023
Been doing business here for 13 years. Both large and small animal. Very caring and compassionate people. Customer service is awesome but we do miss Dr. Freeze and Dr. Brennan. Still an Awesome staff. Dr. Corbin did an awesome job providing the best care she could to one of our beloved coonhounds. Thanks for all your caring service.
posted: 03/31/2023
Having to put a pet down is one of the hardest things we experience as people. I cannot speak highly enough about Dr. Ben and his compassion, empathy, and patience when it comes to this difficult moment. Nothing felt rushed—he let me fully express my concerns and counseled me through the decision. The clinic as a whole makes the process as easy as they possibly can, doing everything behind closed doors and giving you as much time with your pet as you’d like. Thank you for everything all of you do. You’re so appreciated.
posted: 04/12/2023
Their communication is very poor. Last year my dog went under and they saw a few spots that they thought needed to be removed but wanted to wait for my permission. I completely understand, gave them my permission and rescheduled the surgery. They didn't remove the lump that they told me they thought needed removed and would like to wait and see but continued with other bumps that weren't labeled a concern (skin tags). They didn't tell me this prior to at the surgical consultation nor did they tell me when I dropped off my dog. My dogs over 10 years old, he can't be going under for things that aren't important especially when the surgery was originally scheduled for something else. Now, when they tell me in 6 months they need to have the surgery, it will be so much higher risk plus he'll have an unneeded one under his belt
posted: 06/21/2023