Urban Pet Hospital And Resort
4.6 (144) 3601 104th St, Urbandale, IA 50322, USAHours:
Monday: 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Tuesday: 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Wednesday: 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Thursday: 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Friday: 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 – 11:00 AM
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at Urban Pet Hospital And Resort
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
I utilize the hydrotherapy services. My dog has cancer and I started a 'bucket list' of things for her to do. This was on the top of my list as she LOVES the water. We have used the current swimming pool and the underwater treadmill. She seems to really enjoy it. The staff is so friendly and understanding her situation. I recommend this place if you are looking for hydrotherapy. I haven't tried out the other services they provide. But I've seen several furmoms and furdads picking their pups up and they seem very happy with the other services they use. The pictures I took aren't the best since she was on move the entire time.
posted: 03/31/2022
Dr Regmi is the most knowledgeable, compassionate veterinarian you can find. He has cared for our dogs for 22 years through great times and sad (end of life) times. We couldn't imagine trusting our furry kids to anyone else.
posted: 03/08/2024
We love Keysha! (VET) Very caring, helpful, knowledgeable, and kind. She has helped us with acupuncture, spayed, neutered, ear infections, bladder infection, flea/tick and regular exams. Plus Keysha always gives out free hugs, kisses and love to my furbabies! Super appreciate her!
posted: 03/26/2024
Staff is always friendly, and Kethra does an amazing job grooming Calliope every time!
posted: 02/09/2024
We've been taking our pets there for years and have spent thousands with Urban Pet Hospital and Resort, but after our latest grooming and daycare, we are looking elsewhere. While in their care, our dog was injured and was unable to bear weight on his right front leg. They gave him injections for the pain and I was given carpophen at pickup with a $100 charge for the exam, injection and pain meds. When I asked what happened, the front desk didn't have anything in their notes. When we dropped him off he was not injured so this was odd. After paying, I went back to pick my dog up from daycare and the person in daycare brought out a pair of dogs that weren't mine. Luckily a person we have worked with before saw me and took me to my dog. It was really weird that I could have just walked off with someone else's pets. I couldn't stay and ask more questions so my wife called in to get more information. After my wife asked for information from the front desk person, the vet started yelling at her over the phone saying we didn't answer when he called, which was true as we were both working, and our dog needed the treatment. The vet could not tell us what happened to cause the injury. He even said we should not come back if we had a problem with his care. We never doubted that if our dog was injured, he should be treated. We just wanted to know what happened. We understand dogs playing together can lead to injuries. That is always a possibility when you take pets to a daycare with shared spaces which my dog loved! The staff knew us and would ask us about our child and the daycare staff loved having our dog there. The unprofessional treatment of my wife from the vet was unnecessary and we will not be back even though we were offered credit for the whole situation.
posted: 09/11/2023
Veterinarians in Urbandale, Iowa
Northwest Veterinary Hospital
7507 Dennis Dr, Urbandale, IA 50322, USA(515) 276-4549
Pet Medical Center of Urbandale
4450 Northwest 128th Street, Urbandale, IA 50323, USA(515) 331-9035
Urban Pet Hospital And Resort
3601 104th St, Urbandale, IA 50322, USA(515) 727-0607
Value Vet
8851 Northpark Dr Suite 100, Urbandale, IA 50131, USA(515) 278-1011
West Side Veterinary Clinic
3035 86th St, Urbandale, IA 50322, USA(515) 276-5972