Vets Near Me >
Missouri >
Kansas City >
Crest Animal Hospital

Kansas City >
Crest Animal Hospital

Crest Animal Hospital

4.8 (656)

11516 Hickman Mills Dr, Kansas City, MO 64134, USA

Best Pet Insurance in Kansas City, Missouri 2024

Hours:

Monday: 7:00 AM – 1:00 PM, 2:00 – 6:00 PM

Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 1:00 PM, 2:00 – 6:00 PM

Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 1:00 PM, 2:00 – 6:00 PM

Thursday: 7:00 AM – 1:00 PM, 2:00 – 6:00 PM

Friday: 7:00 AM – 1:00 PM, 2:00 – 6:00 PM

Saturday: Closed

Sunday: Closed

Review

Call

Directions

How to Save Money at Crest 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	11,713
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 & Compare

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.

#Cat Breed Health Problems #Dog Breed Health Problems

Reviews from Google

Brie Willis

We honestly cannot say better things about Dr Lyle and the whole staff at Crest Animal Hospital! Dr Lyle is one of the most compassionate and knowledgeable vets that we have ever dealt with! If I could give them more stars I would! I run a small local animal rescue and Dr Lyle has helped save the lives of nearly 10 dogs needing urgent care and always is there to do everything he can! Thank you to the entire staff for ALWAYS showing our animals so much love in their worst hours!!

posted: 04/24/2024

Kelly Hannifan

Dr. Lyle has performed two orthopedic surgeries on my dog, and both times has been so caring and compassionate. The second surgery had some complications and I felt that he and his staff went above and beyond to care for my dog and make sure he was okay, and communicate with me about it. I definitely felt as if I could trust him with my dog, and that he had his best interests/safety in mind. Highly recommend!

posted: 05/02/2024

austin lavayen

This is one of the best vet experiences we have ever had. The staff was so nice! They just had this overall genuine scene of care and love for our dog. This is now the only place I would take my babies.

posted: 02/13/2024

Nick Windsor

Never realized how much I loved Crest until we moved to Springfield MO and had to switch vets. We lost our shepherd today and I get the distinct feeling this wouldn't have happened had we taken him had he been under Dr. Lyle's care. He saved our other female German shepherd life 4 years ago on a Sunday night. I'm considering making the trek to Kansas City under serious circumstances from now on. Thanks Dr. Lyle and crew. We miss you guys so much!

posted: 05/11/2024

Emily Walters

We’ve been going to Crest Animal Hospital since I was a kid with our family pets, and as an adult with our three dogs over the span of almost 20 years. We live nowhere near Crest but we love this veterinary practice so much the drive is worth it to see Dr.Lyle. Dr.Lyle may be one of the best vets in Kansas City. His expertise, and skill level are unmatched. He’s incredibly responsive when we need him, and has helped us through more tough situations with our dogs than I can count. In this day and age of corporate vets with ridiculous pricing, Crest remains a place where personal care is extended to all patients. I can’t say enough good things about Dr.Lyle and his practice. I recommend him to absolutely anyone with a pet. We will be loyal to Crest for the foreseeable future with all of our pets.

posted: 03/14/2024

More Reviews