Animal Medical Centers PC
4.9 (133) 515 11th St SW, Spencer, IA 51301, USAHours:
Monday: 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 7:30 AM – 7:00 PM
Thursday: 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: 7:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at Animal Medical Centers PC
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 took our dog Miley to be spayed, our Miley recently had loss his master and she was grieving badly along with my husband and I, he was my brother in law, the whole staff starting from the front office and to the Doctors are very welcoming and knew how to handle Miley, I will always be grateful 🙏 i strongly recommend them.
posted: 11/21/2022
Have always had amazing help at Animal Medical Centers! Our first puppy ended up with Parvo and they took such great care of her and 5 years later she weighs 90 pounds and you would never guess she went through all of that! We also have two other dogs and they always give the best of care! They make sure to explain everything they have done and what we need to do at home as well. Would highly recommend this Vet clinic to anyone!
posted: 05/11/2023
I am so grateful for them. Our puppy got hit by a car on Sunday and they were right there to help and were so nice to work with they gave us time that we needed. He unfortunately didn't make it but I am happy he was able to go in peace with there nice staff around. Thanks again for your help on Sunday!! It really meant a lot to us!
posted: 04/03/2023
I have had cats all my life and Dr. Mark Rees and Dr. Wendy Rees are the absolute best vets we’ve ever had care for our fur babies. Alway thorough, kind and gentle with our babies. The front staff are amazing as well and very knowledgeable. I would recommend Animal Medical Center in Spencer to anyone.
posted: 06/20/2023
Something attacked my cat on Saturday night. I couldn't reach my regular vet on Sunday, but this vet had two vets on call (one for large animals and one for pets), and she answered the phone right away. She saw my cat within 30 minutes of my call. Considering my cat's injuries and the emergent situation, their prices were reasonable. She was very kind and gentle with my cat, and he's already doing a lot better. I recommend this vet.
posted: 05/23/2023