Cleary Lake Veterinary Hospital

4.7 (201)
18577 Natchez Ave, Prior Lake, MN 55372, USA

Hours:

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 – 6:00 PM

Saturday: 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Sunday: Closed

How to Save Money at Cleary Lake Veterinary 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:

Top Pet Insurance Providers of 2024
Rating Provider Total Review
4.4 AKC 890
4.7 ASPCA 11,646
4.9 Embrace 15,682
4.9 Fetch 2,669
4.4 Figo 2,646
4.7 Hartville 164
4.9 Healthy Paws 7,521
4.9 Lemonade 805
3.2 ManyPets 2,356
4.6 MetLife 577
4.8 Nationwide 21,398
4.3 Pet Assure 12
4.7 PetPartners 112
4.5 Pets Best 7,244
4.3 Pumpkin 1,340
4.7 Spot 6,404
4.9 Trupanion 60,501
4.8 Prudent Pet 125

Or, you can simply get a fast quote from multiple providers and go from there.

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Getting 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

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Michael Bellotti

I’ve been to this clinic quite a few times and people I know have been going there for a number of years. The place is always clean inside and the staff is always helpful and attentive. I’ve never had any problems getting my dog on the schedule for a checkup or any other issue. It seems there may be a small amount of miscommunication happening behind the scenes, in some cases, as far as the course of treatment prescribed. Which in our case ended up adding an extra visit or two that costed money. All in all I feel comfortable with this clinic compared to the few others I’ve been to.

posted: 07/26/2018

David Frank

I've been taking my dog, Hera, to them since I got her and she loves them. They took her today without an appointment and gave me peace of mind that she will be alright. They are the best.

posted: 09/27/2023

Vanessa Wells

We recently acquired a stray cat (Mint Oreo) that had a large lump on his hindquarters, most likely an abscess. The cat was in pain, had a fever, and was becoming lethargic. I called Clearly Lake hoping they had a same day appointment and would be willing to treat a cat they had never seen. It is currently difficult to get appointments at some clinics. Thankfully they got us in! I walked in the door for the appointment and was immediately brought to an exam room. The vet came in and quickly assessed Oreo. She discussed his care plan with me and took him back to be treated. Not long after, Oreo was brought back looking much better already. The abscess was large and painful and had to be drained. Oreo was given antibiotics for the infection. He looked relieved to be out of pain. The vet and clinic staff took great care of our cat and answered all my questions. I got his meds and care instructions and was so relieved that Oreo was on the mend. Cleary Lake Vet Clinic Staff are professional, compassionate, and kind. We are grateful that Mint Oreo is back to being the sassy rascal that we have come to love.

posted: 11/07/2021

Sue Kern

A veterinarian may dispense prescription veterinary drugs and prescribe and dispense extra-label use drugs to a client without personally examining the animal if a bona fide veterinarian-client-patient relationship exists and in the judgment of the veterinarian the client has sufficient knowledge to use the drugs properly. If our horse should die, due to the veterinarian negligence it’s a sad world. The veterinarians of Minnesota have gotten greedy due to losing money during Covid, so to make up for it they do no farm calls. Texas is not like this. I went to school for horses, and the lady I am with have been raising horses for over 50 yrs

posted: 10/13/2023

Sara Bartling

We recently transferred care of our 11 year old pup to Cleary. His routine 6 month check up went off without a hitch. Dr. Keyes took the time to review all of his records. She explained possible treatments and explained the pros/cons for the treatments. Her recommendations were down to earth, and we appreciated partnering in care with her to establish the best treatment plan for our pup. Our vet tech Christine, was awesome, as usual! All of the Cleary staff are welcoming and helpful. The facilities are kept very clean. We highly recommend Cleary Lake Vet.

posted: 02/04/2023