Belle Fourche Vet Clinic
4.5 (70) 406 Summit St, Belle Fourche, SD 57717, USAHours:
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: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at Belle Fourche Vet 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:
| 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
There are no words to describe the kindness and care shown to my sweet little kitty and our family during an incredibly traumatic event. The vet and technician who saw us in an emergency situation on Friday night were the two best people we could have had with us when we had to let our beloved furry family member of 15 years go. I am beyond humbled and appreciative for the level of empathy and care shown to us, human and pet alike. 10/10 recommend supporting this Vet, please consider donating to their causes.
posted: 06/11/2023
Best vet clinic I have ever had the pleasure of doing business with. Genuine people who work hard and never lose their heart for animals. I don't even live in Belle, but drive there because I know any animal I take to BFVC is going to be treated as soon as possible with care and professionalism.
posted: 08/04/2023
The staff at Belle Fourche Vet Clinic were friendly, kind, and helpful. Dr. Bill did an outstanding job explaining his findings with my dog. He took the time to look over my pups medical history and came to a conclusion on what was ailing my pup and how to best help him. I'm glad I was referred to this Vet Clinic, they were incredible, just like I was told.
posted: 06/03/2023
I had such a great visit here! We had an appointment for a checkup as a new patient first thing in the morning and when we got there they had two emergency visits already come in. They were incredibly busy and still took the time to check on us and make sure we didn’t feel like we were being ignored. Of course emergencies come first and I didn’t mind waiting but we never felt neglected. Our visit was wonderful and the vet was so good with our dog. They even sent us a “welcome” card that was handwritten after our visit. It’s little touches like that that make the difference. I can’t recommend this vet clinic enough.
posted: 07/11/2023
Called for an emergency visit on a Sunday evening. Dr Megan was awesome and took great care of my boy. He had one on one with a porcupine. She was super friendly even though she had been up to her shoulders in calving!! They are now our regular vet!! Thanks for taking us in!!!
posted: 04/03/2023