Oak Creek Veterinary Hospital
4.8 (229) 2303 Schrock Rd, Columbus, OH 43229, USAHours:
Monday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at Oak Creek 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:
| 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 & 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
I used to take my pets here, I adopted a couple new rescue dogs, I called to get them in, the woman explained that it would be a week before they could be seen, no problem, she said I could bring in the records and they would make copies and get the process started, I took the paperwork in today, the woman I encountered was less than cordial, saying over 30 days before they could be seen, and she didn't have time to make copies, I would have to leave my papers, ( A lot of personal information ) I even explained to her what I was told although there was two women just sitting there. She definitely needs to work on her condiscending attitude and people skills, way too many other places to go......
posted: 10/24/2024
We have been bringing our pets here for 20 years. The whole staff is kind, compassionate and thorough. I wouldn't take my pets anywhere else.
posted: 10/12/2024
Fantastic experience. Staff is wonderful and they have scheduled same day emergency visits. Can’t say enough good things.
posted: 09/09/2024
My family and our dogs have been going to the Nelsons for all of my 40+ year life, if that says anything. They are always kind and compassionate. They are so knowledgeable and explain things clearly. They are thorough in every examination and maybe more so, which is very appreciated! They have accommodated me in a few emergency situations, including very recently (thank you Chelsea)! They go above and beyond and take the greatest care of my dogs (and us)! The people that work with them, from the front desk to the techs and the new(er) vets are just as awesome. I could not recommend them more. We LOVE Oak Creek!
posted: 08/24/2021
I have been using Oak Creek, specifically Dr. Kathy for over 10 years. She is warm, compassionate and extremely knowledgeable. They are also very reasonably priced and really work with you when you need to see a doctor. I’ve used them for my two cats and now two dogs. I wouldn’t go any place else. They were even great when we needed a recommendation for knee surgery for one of the Goldendoodles. Great staff too!
posted: 06/15/2019
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