Arcade Animal Hospital

4.3 (33)
1144 Arcade St, St Paul, MN 55106, 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: Closed

Sunday: Closed

How to Save Money at Arcade Animal 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 891
4.5 ASPCA 11,757
4.9 Embrace 17,158
4.9 Fetch 18,571
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 12,232
4.6 Pumpkin 1,473
4.6 Spot 7,033
4.9 Trupanion 73,743
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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Sydney Sawatzke

This is a great veterinary clinic! Staff is very friendly and cares about your animal. They have clinic cats which is nice when they cone out to say hi! They work with you to help make the experience as least stressful as possible for your furry friend.

posted: 02/19/2023

Mary Kramlinger

Arcade Animal Hospital is the best! We have been taking our animals there for 13 years, starting with Dr. Ryan. When he retired, we were nervous, but Dr Jane is awesome. We recently moved away from the area and it was a very difficult decision to leave this clinic. Dr. Jane and the staff are wonderful to work with. They never pressure you to do tests that are unnecessary. Their prices are very reasonable. Most importantly, they have worked so well with my animals over the years. A couple years ago, we had to put one of our dogs down after hours at the emergency clinic. The next day, Dr. Jane called us to express her sympathy. She is such a nice person. She had been working with us and our sick dog for the previous month and a half. She made us feel assured that we made the right choice and that we did all we could for our dog. They really are the best! When you walk in, they know your name and they remember your pet. We will miss all of the staff at Arcade Animal Hospital!

posted: 05/09/2018

Angie Hasert

I’m a new client and extremely happy with how they’ve treated my kitty and me. Everyone there is super friendly and helpful. Arcade Animal Hospital is definitely my go-to from now on!!

posted: 11/15/2017

Dr Kyra Mesich-O'Quinn

Brought my cat here, and Dr Jane Gehr really impressed me. She has a calm, attentive, respectful manner. There was no hard sell for services or products, and prices were quite reasonable. Can't ask for anything more! This is a small practice. The front desk person is also the vet tech. I think they are doing their best to handle customer service (anyone who deals with customers knows how challenging this can be) while keeping top notch care the priority. Also, a tip for those who live in Downtown & Lowertown St Paul. Their location is so convenient! I was able to park on Arcade right in front of their door.

posted: 10/09/2019

Jill Johnson

I couldn't be happier about changing to Arcade Animal Hospital 2 years ago after the retirement of our former veterinarian. Dr Jane Gehr is knowledgeable, kind and compassionate. She has a gift for making her patients and their parents feel at ease, even in tough situations.

posted: 07/18/2019