Ely Veterinary Clinic
4.8 (278) 318 Miners Dr E, Ely, MN 55731, USAHours:
Monday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at Ely Veterinary Clinic
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 | 11,714 |
| 4.9 | Embrace | 16,675 |
| 4.9 | Fetch | 11,124 |
| 4.2 | Figo | 2,598 |
| 4.7 | Hartville | 164 |
| 4.9 | Healthy Paws | 9,976 |
| 4.9 | Lemonade | 805 |
| 4.6 | ManyPets | 2,335 |
| 4.0 | MetLife | 626 |
| 4.8 | Nationwide | 21,404 |
| 4.3 | Pet Assure | 12 |
| 4.5 | PetPartners | 112 |
| 4.3 | Pets Best | 12,058 |
| 4.6 | Pumpkin | 1,425 |
| 4.6 | Spot | 6,848 |
| 4.9 | Trupanion | 67,964 |
| 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
We love all the Ely Vets, techs and staff! Compassion and practical information always provided, with options on care for all the animals we've had consultation on whether it's been routine prevention, emergency or age related. Most recently Dr. Chip Hanson & Dr. Allison have helped us with Bree our 17.5 year old Alaskan Husky retired sled dog racer and Powder our 14.5 year old Siberian. 100% our vets of choice, even when it means a 2 hr drive each way.
posted: 02/02/2023
Every single person who works here is absolutely fantastic and we trust them 100%! They always explain things in enough detail that we understand each thing they tell us! Our dog Paco has ALWAYS been taken care of from the beginning to the end of each visit! Thank all of you for making us feel safe and like part of a family there! Today we went and had our dog Paco put down. They were all so fantastic and gentle with him. Literally one of the hardest things we have ever had to do. They even got a paw print for us for him! Thank you so much to everyone especially Chip for helping Paco cross the rainbow bridge and explaining everything before he did anything. Chip, you are an amazing human being and we are so grateful for you! Thank you!
posted: 07/28/2023
Ely Vet Doctors, and staff, are a great team that works hard to care for our beloved pets. We've been taking our dogs here for a few years and have always been confident they will receive excellent care/treatment. We are grateful to have them in our community. J&G Boll
posted: 08/03/2023
My husband & I are from the cities, we have a cabin in the cook area. We found our selves in an emergency situation with one of our dogs on Saturday, August 5th 2023. I called your clinic and boy were we ever glad we did. Unfortunately the outcome for our sweet boy wasn’t what we had hoped for but, Dr Kristine Woerheide and her staff were PHENOMENAL!!! Dr Woerheide was there for us when she said she would be, she was very knowledgeable, caring and compassionate. I would recommend her and this clinic to anyone. Thank you Dr Woerheide for being their for us and our sweet boy Ryker. It meant more us than you will ever know. Sandy Jacobson
posted: 08/14/2023
If I could give 10 stars I would. Dr. Chip took so much time with me, explaining so clearly everything, showing me xrays and explaining everything. I went in afraid I would be losing my best friend and left with a lighter heart. Can't thank him enough for caring so much.
posted: 02/21/2023