Countryside Veterinary Center
3.8 (600) 9823 W 55th St, Countryside, IL 60525, USAHours:
Monday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Sunday: 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM
How to Save Money at Countryside 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
I’m grateful you have started taking same day appointments. It makes such a difference with my senior dog who has mobility issues. And the love, consideration, and care the techs and the vets show Isis and me means so much. I know we could get good care other places, but I feel like the staff at Countryside Veterinary Care truly lives and cares about our beloved old girl.
posted: 05/27/2023
On July 10th 2023, I had to do the hardest, most horrible thing a pet owner has to so. I had to release my Bulldog from this life and cross the bridge. My Mr.Big was 10.5 years old and his heart could not longer support a quality life for him. When I came in, I called one the front line workers over. I had written a note saying I was here to euthanize my dog. The girl read it and said give me one minute. 30 seconds later, her and another girl picked up my boy as he could not walk. I could not carry him due to health issues and I had my other bulldog with me. They took all of us into a nice room. They put my Mr.Big on the couch with me. I asked them to please trim my other dogs nails as I said my tearful goodbyes to my best friend. The girls took my other bulldog for a nail trim and I was with Mr.Big. A few minutes later they came back with my other dog and then took Mr.Big to prep him. A friend of mine works here and when she saw Mr.Big she came to see me. Everybody was extremely helpful and caring. We put Mr.Big on the table in the room and I was holding him and telling him I will miss him and I was sorry we could fix his heart. I gave the doctor the okay and held my baby boy and he passed. My face was the last he saw. As I was getting ready to leave, they showed me a way to my car, so I didn't have to walk back through the office as I was a Mess. I got a call the next day at 4pm that Mr.Bigs ashes were ready to be picked up. I went the following day at noon and picked up his ashes. They handed me the beautiful bag with his ashes and two paw prints. About 4 days later i received and sympathy card and all the employees had written a note in the card. This was completely unexpected. I will always use this office and they have taken good care of my puppies. If I could give more than 5 stars I would.
posted: 08/24/2023
Countryside Vet Center was absolutely amazing for us when our dog woke up paralyzed. We were terrified and overwhelmed but they took care of our dog, explained everything to us, took the time to show us they cared and gave us honest advice. When we had to say goodbye they were so kind, gentle and understanding. They also sent us flowers to our home the next day which was incredibly thoughtful and appreciated.
posted: 05/03/2023
Me & my boyfriend had no-where that was trying to help us with our dog we kept calling places after places we were in a time where we needed to really find a place because my dog was about to die so we went & did a emergency c section here & the place was great the people were nice & very kind she had 3 healthy babies the dog did make it thru the c section & ended up living but didn't make it to live very long so it's now 2 dogs alive. but this place is my new to go to spot from now on this will always be my spot to go to with any emergency I got with my dogs thank you guys very much for the great service 👏
posted: 04/07/2023
One morning my kitten looked very sick & looked like she wouldn’t make it another hour. Took her to countryside vet & front desk staff were so nice & calming when i did not know what was going to happen. Dr. Kalebich treated mimi with such love & care. About a week later my baby was back to herself. 10/10 recommend this place ❤️
posted: 06/04/2023