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Northgate Veterinary Clinic

4.7 (82)

404 E 56th St, Kearney, NE 68847, USA

Best Pet Insurance in Kearney, Nebraska 2024

Hours:

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

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How to Save Money at Northgate 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:

Top Pet Insurance Providers of 2024
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.

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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.

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Reviews from Google

Amanda Stonerook

I have been going to Northgate forever. I love them. They squeezed me in to check my dogs after a fight with a raccoon.

posted: 05/04/2023

Nicole Throckmorton

The staff is super friendly and they are very reasonably priced.

posted: 04/21/2023

Terrance Jordan

I wish I could remember the ladies name that i talked to, because I had a few questions about special services that they just didn’t offer. This lady listened to all of them and just didn’t know the answers to them. Not that she should have known the answers it that my questions were about things that most people in her field wouldn’t know. She took my name and number and said she would ask someone else that she thought would know. About 20 minutes after their closing time, I received a call back (that i figured wasn’t going to happen just because of the odd questions) and she gave me referrals, phone numbers, and was happy to give me all the info that I needed. Very professional, very customer friendly, and took time after work to guide me in the right direction. Northgate I’m sorry i cant remember her name, but if you can figure it out, she definitely is an employee that I would make sure I took great care of. Anyone in Kearney, or surrounding areas, I would definitely try them first, I wish I could give a review on how they are with their customers animals, But I’m sure if they went this far to help a person who has never been a customer and unfortunately won’t be, because of where I live. They will treat you and your animals with the utmost respect. ( the question had to do with AKC # tattoos) I would love to hear if you figure out the mystery of the Great Employee. Thanks again

posted: 07/27/2021

Alexandra Boll

The Stone family is so wonderful with my dog and very knowledgeable. They are reasonably priced and will always try to get me in at the last minute if they can. I highly recommend them to anyone who wants the best care for their fur baby!

posted: 07/25/2019