Hoffman Estates Animal Hospital, A Thrive Pet Healthcare Partner
4.7 (197) 35 Barrington Rd, South Barrington, IL 60010, USAHours:
Monday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at Hoffman Estates Animal Hospital, A Thrive Pet Healthcare Partner
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
They saved my dog's life. He was on death's door because of my old vet (Banfield), went to get a second opinion here and within 5 mins the doctor realized the issue. Just the wrong medication, and they immediately realized it. My dog was basically overdosing on the wrong medicine that he was prescribed, my old vet just kept upping his dosage for 8 months. Thanks to Hoffman his turnover rate was almost immediate, lived another 6 years with us before having to be put down. Which I also went to Hoffman for and they did an amazing job. They dimmed the lights, left a sweet note at the front desk saying an angel is going to heaven today and they were so kind and patient. They explained the process to help us prepare for one of the worst days. 100/10 will be staying with them for all our pets and future pets
posted: 09/16/2023
Dr Gus and his entire team are incredible! So kind and helpful and thorough. I have brought two dogs there, a Maltese and a golden retriever, both diagnosed correctly and treated really well. Very happy to have found this animal hospital!
posted: 05/26/2023
Great customer service and care for your little loves. They will work with you to have the best outcome. Great end of life care and best staff.
posted: 10/10/2023
This is the best and most compassionate vet I've ever taken my pets to. She took great care of our pets One day I came home to find my beautiful dog deathly ill and called the hospital. They were just closed but they waited for me to bring my girl there. Sadly, my dog could not be treated and the doctor waited another 45 minutes for the other family members to come say their goodbyes. This doctor could not have been kinder or more caring. They even called the next day to check on us and sent a card a few days later. Very competent and very compassionate.
posted: 11/12/2022
About a year and half ago I had to bring my beloved cat for a specialist opinion because she continued to be sick even after treatment by other animal hospitals. I read that Dr House was one of the best so I brought her in and received very precise and clear cut information about what was going on with Ginger. The news after we did an ultrasound was melancholy and Dr House and his great staff took all the time to form a treatment/care plan for Ginger. What I appreciated most was that Dr was very direct and detailed about the situation and what I could expect and look for from that point on. He and staff showed great compassion while giving as much information as possible. I had a lot of questions, and often was surprised to get full answers no matter how lengthy, what day it was or time of day. One morning when I saw that Ginger needed to be brought in immediately for euthanasia I called holding back emotion and the lady on the phone told me to bring her in immediately and squeezed me in that morning to let Ginger be at peace. Dr House was out of town so Dr Behm did the euthanasia with much kindness and professionalism. Again, the compassion, understanding, gentleness I received from the entire staff that day is something I will never forget. Leaving my sweet little furball behind was one of the hardest things I'd done but I knew her body was in good hands. Her ashes were ready within a few days and I received a beautiful paw print card but also, the thing that touched me most of all was the handwritten card from Dr House sending regrets he couldn't be present and supporting the decision I made to not let Ginger suffer. It was also signed by the staff of Hoffman Estates Animal Hospital. Thank you all very much.
posted: 12/10/2018