Cragin Animal Hospital
4.7 (122) 3042 N Cicero Ave, Chicago, IL 60641, USAHours:
Monday: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Wednesday: Closed
Thursday: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at Cragin 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
This was one of the best experiences I have had with a vet. Dr. Lee and Michelle took excellent care of my puppy.
posted: 09/07/2023
Very caring. My family has been taking our pets here for years. The Veterinarian is very kind and understanding so is the the nurse. Pricing is very very fair. You have to make an appointment as to not crowd the palce but you can walk in if need to. Highly recommend it.
posted: 02/18/2023
Dr Lee is the best vet ever. He has cared for all our pets for years. He is thorough but most of all patient and kind to our four legged friends.
posted: 08/24/2020
The friendliest and nicest people who truly care for all animals. We’ve been going to Dr. Lee for over a year and he and the awesome nurse are more than accommodating and honest with their diagnosis. They really have passion for their field.
posted: 12/04/2022
I've been coming here for over 25 years and will not be coming back. The vet needs to chill out or go on vacation. Not sure why you have to yell at me or pound on surfaces multiple times when attempting to go over the chain of events i went over 5 times, leading to why i came in with my cat. In which every time he did this not only did he make me anxious but my cat really scared too. To top it off, the vet didn't even have the story straight as to why i came in (i explained 5 times). I'm an adult, do you have an issue with treating ppl with respect? You spoke to me like I was a child in trouble and weren't listening to anything, kept cutting me off and this was such a terrible experience. You used to be a good vet. I drove 25 mins out of my way to see you bc you always helped me and my family but this will be the last time. I will never recommend you to anyone. I have never walked out of a vet clinic crying with no answers because you're clearly having a bad day and are rushed and taking it out on people who were loyal to you. Please take a vacation.
posted: 03/10/2023
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