Makotah Veterinary Center
4.3 (115) 1001 E 7th St, Blue Earth, MN 56013, 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 – 5:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at Makotah 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 | 11,713 |
| 4.9 | Embrace | 16,627 |
| 4.9 | Fetch | 10,616 |
| 4.2 | Figo | 2,598 |
| 4.7 | Hartville | 164 |
| 4.9 | Healthy Paws | 9,975 |
| 4.9 | Lemonade | 805 |
| 4.6 | ManyPets | 2,332 |
| 4.0 | MetLife | 625 |
| 4.8 | Nationwide | 21,404 |
| 4.3 | Pet Assure | 12 |
| 4.5 | PetPartners | 112 |
| 4.3 | Pets Best | 12,053 |
| 4.6 | Pumpkin | 1,425 |
| 4.6 | Spot | 6,829 |
| 4.9 | Trupanion | 67,550 |
| 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 brought my cat all the way from St Peter to that Vet Clinic last Summer and they were very kind and helpful they pulled my cats bad tooth that had cracked off and they cleaned all of his teeth and checked all other teeth for any problems. They kept him over night to monitor him and the next day the tech even carried my cat carrier with my cat in it to my car when I had a hard time to carry him in his carrier. I'm elderly so she was very kind and nice and they were very reasonable priced which I loved 👏...It was a nice place and great Dr and a great technician she was great 👍🙂 very impressed ‼️‼️👍 Thank you all at the clinic for taking such wonderful care of my senior cat 🐈👏👍‼️
posted: 06/20/2023
Called about my cat having an open wound being eaten by maggots and was told "sorry not currently accepting new clients."
posted: 07/26/2023
I have been here in the past, mostly because they are inexpensive. However, the past couple years, I have switched to the vet in st James. Today, mostly for the convenience of them being closer, I called this particular vet to ask about info on putting my dog down. We’ve had him for 9 years and he’s old and in pain. I was given the information and said I would call back later today. Due to me being at work, my 18 yr old daughter called back to set up the appointment. She was talked to extremely rude. Saying they are not accepting new patients and the lady was annoyed that she couldn’t find me in their system. You would think, considering the line of work they are in and the circumstances around why we were calling, they’d have some compassion. I learned my lesson today that maybe somewhere else costs a bit more and may not be as convenient, but some things are worth that extra money and the extra drive. Definitely a situation where you get what you pay for. Just to add, this wasn’t only the lady that answered the phone. I called back and talked to the owner and he didn’t seem to care either. My recommendation, go to the vet in St James. They are reasonably priced and always friendly!
posted: 06/06/2022
The doctor and staff are great. The first time I had to bring my dog to them was an after hours call. The were very friendly and took great care of my dog. They a very reasonably priced. I would and do recommend them to everyone.
posted: 05/02/2022
Got in on a Saturday with a little stray cat that has decided to adopt us. Had her earmites treated and an overall check up. We hope she will hear better once her earmites are gone! Very grateful we got her in right away. Awesome vet!
posted: 05/08/2022