Ambassador Animal Hospital
4.7 (70) 510 Guido Cir, Bloomington, IL 61701, USAHours:
Monday: 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Tuesday: 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Wednesday: 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Thursday: 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Friday: 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at Ambassador Animal Hospital
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 | 11,756 |
| 4.9 | Embrace | 17,140 |
| 4.9 | Fetch | 18,308 |
| 4.2 | Figo | 2,602 |
| 4.7 | Hartville | 165 |
| 4.9 | Healthy Paws | 10,008 |
| 4.9 | Lemonade | 805 |
| 4.6 | ManyPets | 2,343 |
| 4.0 | MetLife | 652 |
| 4.8 | Nationwide | 21,407 |
| 4.3 | Pet Assure | 12 |
| 4.5 | PetPartners | 113 |
| 4.3 | Pets Best | 12,229 |
| 4.6 | Pumpkin | 1,473 |
| 4.6 | Spot | 7,024 |
| 4.9 | Trupanion | 73,550 |
| 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
Our family has been blessed with the caring and compassion of Ambassador Animal Hospital for many years (first Dr. Brunton and now Dr. Scott). Most recently, Dr. Scott and the team welcomed our newest pup to the Ambassador family. She took time to get to know our rescue and answer our questions. After four dogs over 45 years, every interaction we've ever had has been positive and nurturing.
posted: 08/15/2022
This place is amazing. Dr. Scott, Dr. Olsen, and the whole team at Ambassador have taken great care of all 3 of our dogs over the years. They’ve helped us make sure our pups are up-to-date on vaccinations, in addition to handling a torn CCL, multiple scrapes and bruises from puppy roughhousing, and at least one self-poising (nightshade berries). I highly recommend this vet to anyone that needs thoughtful and thorough care for their furry friends!
posted: 07/29/2022
Everything about this place is amazing. Dr Scott and staff were so helpful and kind during my visit with my cat recently. Very willing to listen to any concern and very knowledgeable about what may be going on. Angels in disguise as I feel my cat got better treatment than I do at my own doctor exams!
posted: 01/25/2022
5 Stars 🌟 When my dog Gracie's tail starts wagging and she lept out the suvs window to great the Vet technician you know they treat your pet well. The Doctors and staff are awesome and very knowledgeable and competent. Be going here for several years. Highly reccomend them!
posted: 06/06/2022
I had a prescription from a local vet for kidney care cat food. My vet did not have it in stock so I called around to find the food for my cat. I can order the food from Chewy but it will take a week to get. This office refused to sell me the cat food even though I had a prescription from a local vet. They have no interest in the well-being of animals. Every other vet I called looked for the food and didn’t have it in stock. This vet refused. Chewy does not ask to see my pet before I order food because I have a prescription… Shame on you.
posted: 11/24/2021
Veterinarians in Bloomington, Illinois
Ambassador Animal Hospital
510 Guido Cir, Bloomington, IL 61701, USA(309) 662-8535
Americana Animal Hospital
1405 Morrissey Dr, Bloomington, IL 61701, USA(309) 662-3241
Animal Emergency Clinic
118 Greenwood Ave, Bloomington, IL 61704, USA(309) 828-7722
Bortell Animal Hospital
2712 E Lincoln St, Bloomington, IL 61704, USA(309) 662-3633
Bortell David A DVM
2712 E Lincoln St, Bloomington, IL 61704, USA(309) 662-3633
Eastland Companion Animal Hospital
1704 E Empire St, Bloomington, IL 61704, USA(309) 662-7387
Fairway Knolls Veterinary Hospital
612 IAA Dr, Bloomington, IL 61701, USA(309) 663-1414
Green Heather DVM
510 Guido Cir, Bloomington, IL 61701, USA(309) 662-8535