Rensselaer Pet Care
4.9 (205) 1370 St Gaspar Dr North, Rensselaer, IN 47978, USAHours:
Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at Rensselaer Pet Care
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
My Marley was at the end of her days, and I was referred by a dear friend to Rensselaer Pet Care and it made all the difference in the world to me! Such caring and compassionate staff. Tori made us feel like family. After everything was done she made a paw print for us to take home and display. Thank you so very much for making a difficult time easier
posted: 03/15/2023
I can not give enough credit to these loving caring kind patient people! Every single one everytime my anxious dog came in they treated her like no other and loved her unconditionally. Today they helped us take sassy out of her misery. They were gentle and kind. This clinic is truly a blessing and like no other. Your pet is not just a number or a client. Your animal is special to them because they know they are special to you! I wouldn't recommend anyone else or give such high praise. I've never been to a vet like them over the 29 years I've owned dogs! They are one of a kind
posted: 01/11/2023
I needed urgent care for my cat and they got me a same day appointment within minutes. Once I got there, they made me feel welcome and like they really cared about my pet's and my comfort. They acted with urgency but also with gentleness and kindness. They made sure my cat was comfortable as much as possible. They did their best in soothing him while performing the examination simultaneously. They never forced my cat into any position before exhausting other gentler options which made me feel like they truly cared about my cats emotional health as well as his physical health. ❤️🩹 During diagnosis Dr. Nick was humble and down-to-earth, sitting on the floor explaining my cat's diagnosis thoroughly and concisely. He made the information easy to understand while also emphasizing the important pieces to remember. He was patient with my questions, answered them with demonstrations and with scientific knowledge. He aided me in the clarity of aftercare instructions that prioritized the comfort of my cat. I was really happy with how he didn't dismiss my concerns or questions. The staff was incredibly understanding and forthcoming with estimates in prices before they asked me to approve some treatments. They never rushed me into a decision, allowing me to make a private phone call alone in the examination room, which was a great show of respect in my opinion. When a high priority emergency visit came, they immediately informed me that my wait time would become longer. They made a point to ask me if I was okay waiting longer than usual inside the room or if I was more comfortable in the lobby or if I needed to leave for errands. I've never been to a vet where they made me and my pet feel like we have lives outside of their office; they respected our time as valuable and precious. My urgent care visit only lasted about 2 hours from checking in, examination, treatment, and to payment which was incredibly convenient and emotionally relieving for me. I'm really glad we have such an amazing vet staff in small town Rensselaer. They staff was extremely polite, knowledgeable, professional, conscientious, expedited, and very kind. They made us feel important and valued and not just like they wanted to get on with the next paitents to get the day over like human and animal hospitals do. Even the kind and welcoming receptionists made sure we had all our questions answered and our resources available before leaving. Even though the day started out stressful and emotionally hectic with my cat's health, as soon as we arrived, I felt better that we were under their care. Thank you PetCare team for all your hard work and kindness. 😊 Hope to revisit under less urgent conditions!
posted: 03/01/2022
A gigantic thank you to Dr. Janice and everyone at Rensselaer Pet Care today and always. We and our beautiful pup were treated with so much care and kindness, on literally zero notice. They've been there for us more than once this year, sadly, and, for many, many years. We truly appreciate you, your expertise, and your hearts. We know you love our babies as much as we do. I think you've actually seen us cry over the years more than nearly anyone else we know. Thank you so much - you are truly a gift to our community. 💖
posted: 12/10/2021
These gals are amazing!! They took the absolute best care of our girl Cocoa Bean while we took our annual vacation. If you're looking for a boarding place, this is for you! If we board again this is where I trust taking Cocoa, they're the best!
posted: 02/28/2023