Oakdale Veterinary Center
5 (281) 2095 N Main St, Canton, IL 61520, USAHours:
Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at Oakdale Veterinary Center
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
Dr. Amanda is the most compassionate, caring vet. She stayed after hours to see our beloved Boston when our vet of 32 years turned us away as it was almost closing time. She gave us the dire prognosis and made sure that Boston was comfortable as he awaited “his boy” to return home from Chicago to say goodbye and be with him during his final moment. Our family will be forever grateful for this kindness. She was a true blessing!
posted: 09/04/2023
My older dogs all go there. Recently our female had a litter of puppies and they were great with them. Price was very reasonable for 5 puppies to get their first shots and dewormer. Could not ask for a better experience. Staff was all very helpful. Came out to car to help get them all in safely and helped getting them back out to car.
posted: 09/25/2023
Kyle and Amanda are amazing Vets. They are professional and down to earth. They take the time to explain it to you, especially to someone like me who sometimes needs to have it stupified at times. 😆 they work great with all kinds of animals and can usually fit me in last minute. I have been going to Oakdale for a long minute. I always will recommend Amanda and Kyle for their dogs or any other kind of pet. They also take care credit too. So they do work with ya to get your pet the care it needs.
posted: 08/07/2023
We have taken our dogs and a few sweet kitties to Oakdale for a decade, and the care provided for each one has been exceptional, professional, and timely. From puppy shots all the way to palliative care and back to puppy shots again, they have been amazing. The love, advice, care, and compassion shared with all our babies at each visit keeps us coming back and knowing that our babies are getting the absolute best care.
posted: 03/14/2023
Dr Kyle and his team at Oakdale stepped up to the plate when it came to an emergency situation with our lab. He was very compassionate and cared for Marley with love and grace. I’m beyond thankful they were there at our darkest time in Marleys life despite not being a client of theirs. Any of our future pets will certainly become theirs. Oakdale could have easily turned us away that day but didn’t. Tim and I cannot thank you all enough.
posted: 07/26/2023