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Pet Medical Center of Urbandale

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4450 Northwest 128th Street, Urbandale, IA 50323, USA

Best Pet Insurance in Urbandale, Iowa 2024

Hours:

Monday: 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Thursday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Friday: 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Saturday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Sunday: Closed

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How to Save Money at Pet Medical Center of Urbandale

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:

Top Pet Insurance Providers of 2024
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.

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Getting 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.

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Reviews from Google

Jenifer Mathers

Staff is caring, helpful and love our pets. They are able to see us the same day if a critical problem arises. Dr Devries always takes the time we need to answer our questions. She is friendly, has good clinical skills and she always gives us treatment options. We are excited that Dr Klavins has joined the practice.

posted: 06/28/2024

Georgiana Droffner

I am so happy to have been referred. Dr and team are so compassionate with my Aliza. Very pleasant and informative!

posted: 06/15/2024

Carrie Castaneda

We moved here from out of state and had to find a new vet. We are grateful to have found this Veterinarian! Are dogs are well cared for and the staff is very friendly and welcoming.

posted: 01/16/2024

B Reeves

I wish I could give six stars. If you want to be absolutely sure you’re taking your pets to a clinic who cares deeply about animals, this is the place! My little one and I were cared for quickly and with so much love. I will definitely be making this my primary vet care for any pet health concerns going forward. This place is amazing! Thank you!

posted: 12/12/2023

amanda skidmore

I foster and bring my dogs here to get checked out. Each time I've came in everyone is so nice, very educated, comfortbale seating and clean. I had brought in two of my fosters, one of the dogs brought in and she was going to have to have surgery, they gave me time to give her much love as there was a huge chance she might not survive. Unfortunately she did pass, but I know she was in the best hands possible.

posted: 11/12/2020

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