Huron Veterinary Hospital
4.7 (101) 340 4th St NW, Huron, SD 57350, USAHours:
Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at Huron 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
The trust in Bella's eyes in this photo with Dr. Joe is heartwarming. We've been taking our fur baby Bella to the Huron Vet since she was 8 weeks old. She'll be 12 in late June. She's been having some tummy problems & we took her in to be checked. The care she has received over the years has always been wonderful & loving. We have had a great experience every time we bring Bella in for a checkup, etc. Thank you Dr. Joe & staff at Huron Vet!
posted: 06/17/2023
The staff there took really good care of my old dog Blaze and now take good care of my new dog Maisy. She loves to go there!
posted: 07/14/2023
One of the first things we do when we move to a new state is establish a relationship for our dog. We found the Huron Vet Hospital and immediately felt a connection with the staff. But most importantly Jack felt right at home. They have seen Jack regularly for four years for boarding, nail trims, shots and etc. As long as we have a pet, this will be our vet. Genevieve Olson
posted: 09/26/2021
Took in our male cat because he was having problems urinating. Staff did not have a good bedside manner. Didn’t correctly diagnose. Came back a few days later because he still was straining to urinate. They gave him some fluids and force-fed him some special wet food because he wasn’t eating, and sent us home. He still wasn’t getting any better but worse and it was the weekend so when I called, the man who answered was like, “I’m pretty busy. But I guess if you HAVE to bring him in that’s fine, but I don’t know when I can get to him.” After so much frustration, I decided to call another vet in the area the same day. He was out of town but on his way back, and said to meet him at the clinic. On a Saturday after coming home from being out of town, he met us and right away felt the cat’s belly and said “He’s blocked.” Turns out he had urinary stones for about a week and the other vet blew it off. This vet did everything he could, putting in a catheter, giving him fluids, but ultimately, he was too weak and wasn’t eating so he had to be put down. I wish I would have taken him to this other ver in the first place but you live and you learn.
posted: 09/22/2022
They were so kind and took care of Mikey immediately on Saturday after he ate rat poison. He fully recovered thanks to them.
posted: 10/11/2020