Purdue University Equine Hospital
4.4 (7) David & Bonnie Brunner Equine Hospital, 625 Harrison St Entrance E, West Lafayette, IN 47907, USAHours:
Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours
How to Save Money at Purdue University Equine 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:
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| 4.8 | Nationwide | 21,412 |
| 4.0 | Pet Assure | 13 |
| 4.5 | PetPartners | 115 |
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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
Incredibly rude and cold customer service. My horse was in critical condition and it took hours and hours before I could get a hold of anyone. When being made aware of any problems they will always tell you “they’re Purdue students and don’t know better” but still think it’s okay to charge outrageous prices. My friend’s horse was a patient and they left their halter on so tight it left a sore on his face and they again said “oh they’re just students”. As a Purdue grad, I will never bring ANY animal to Purdue ever again.
posted: 02/06/2024
We took our pet pygmy goat here after an accident that occurred on a Sunday (they are open 24/7). He had been hit by my stepdaughter backing out in the driveway. Dr Haig and her team came out the back door, covid masks on (under covid rules, you can't go inside), and looking like a full MASH unit (at least six vet people met me in the parking lot)! Ollie proceeded to get outstanding care for the next two days and he is now back on his feet. The bill ($450) was still reasonable considering the time and date of the emergency. Highly recommended and thanks to Dr Haig and her team of outstanding, caring professionals!
posted: 03/17/2021
Good service at OK prices, but lacks parking for long rigs and lacks stalls for a large number of horses.
posted: 12/13/2023
I am so grateful to the staff here and appreciate all their kindness and dedicated efforts on June 23, 2020 when my potbelly pig, Lucy Amber-Louise, fell seriously ill and they did everything they could to save her life. Unfortunately it was too late and Lucy passed the next day, but they were so gracious in doing everything they could. Lucy developed fungal meningitis. After her death, the staff were wonderful and cremated her for me and along with her ashes were so kind to send me a special gift with her hoof prints that I will treasure forever, along with a sympathy card with each staff member writing a special message. The vet on call notified me almost every hour to keep me updated on Lucy's diagnosis and I am eternally grateful for the love she showed towards Lucy and for allowing me to say my goodbye's. I would recommend Purdue's Large Animal Hospital and their 24 hour service to anyone and have to many group members of some of the pig groups I belong to on Facebook. If they remember me or my dear Lucy while reading this, I appreciate you all and will now consider you family. Thanks again.
posted: 01/10/2021
Good service at OK prices, but lacks parking for long rigs and stalls for a large number of horses.
posted: 12/13/2023
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