Green Prairie Animal Hospitals
4.6 (55) 208 Village Center Rd, Sherman, IL 62684, USAHours:
Monday: 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Thursday: 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Friday: 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at Green Prairie Animal Hospitals
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 won't go anywhere else. The empathy and kindness of the staff surpasses any experience I've had at a vet's office. It is clean, they do their best to keep dogs and cats separated. Cats have their own room. I've never had to wait to go into a room and always willing to get you in immediately in case of an emergency. Dr. Gretchen and Heather and the best and most knowledgeable about cats.
posted: 08/19/2023
I have been taking my animals to Green Prairie for years. They are the only vet in town with their own after hours emergency service. They also see exotics, and their San Jose location sees large animals. Their veterinarians are kind, educated, knowledgeable and approachable. Their technicians and assistants have a real, genuine passion and care for animals. And their front desk staff give you their undivided attention when they're actually juggling so many things. I can't even begin to say how grateful I am for the care my animals receive at Green Prairie. From wellness visits for new kittens to the family, to saying goodbye to my senior citizen bunnies and pocket pets in the middle of the night on the weekend... Green Prairie is always there for me and my family.
posted: 01/26/2023
Recently, our sweet cat Rusty was sick and I called them frantic and upset and they did everything in their power to help us. Sadly, there wasn’t much we could do because he was terminal but when that process came they were the best people to go to. It’s been weeks and they check up and even sent us a card from the office which made my year! I cannot recommend them enough some of the sweetest and most patient people I’ve ever met!
posted: 05/19/2023
We LOVE Dr. Gretchen at Green Prairie! She and the staff have always taken the best care of my two dogs! They are super friendly and always have our pets best interest at heart.
posted: 03/02/2023
Dr George explained things clearly and we sensed he cares for animals . All the help was very nice and treated our cat gently. Our cat Macaroni even seemed calm during the visit. Thank You!
posted: 12/12/2017