Lake Veterinary Clinic
4.5 (122) 231 S Highland Ave, Madison, SD 57042, 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: 8:30 – 9:30 AM, 5:00 – 6:00 PM
How to Save Money at Lake 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:
| 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
Took my lab there with what another vet incorrectly diagnosed as a prolapse, expecting either a hefty bill or the possibility of putting my dog down due to her age. I did not have to experience either and my lab is as good as ever. Very grateful! Will definitely be taking both my dogs there for checkups from now on.
posted: 04/03/2023
I took my dogs there for the first time today to get their shots done. First I went to Sioux Nation Pet Care to save some money, they have shots for a (sale) price the first Saturday of each month but the line was crazy long. I was heading through Madison that day and decided to call Lake Veterinary Clinic and see if they had an opening, and they were able to get me in right away. Price was great, and the service was also great. Would recommend to anyone.
posted: 03/04/2023
I'm on a fixed income. And these amazing people are working with me. My little chihuahua has swelling in his face due to a dental infection already two visits and seeing them again tomorrow. Where I used to live the vets were all about money and not the animals. They are working with me on the money and prioritizing the animal. In my mind this makes them the most amazing and wonderful people. Sooo very grateful for them
posted: 01/18/2023
My sister took her dog here for a hurt leg. The people working at this clinic are some of the most unprofessional people I’ve ever heard of working with animals. The immediately insisted she muzzle her dog, asked her to help hold him down for an x ray, then screamed at her to get out of the room. The doctor yanked her dogs leg and he yelped in pain. She was so shocked that she just god yelled at and when she left the room she said to her husband “are you kidding me?” The doctor threw the door opened and screamed “you can go somewhere else!” Absolutely disgusting behavior from a so called animal care giver. 10/10 would NEVER recommend this place. Also PSA if you own a pitbull, do not go here. The woman working told my sister when she brought her other dog in previously (her pitbull) “you know someone just got their arm but off by a pitbull”.
posted: 02/25/2023
AWFUL EXPERIENCE. I WILL NEVER COME HERE AGAIN. I got asked to hold my dog during his X-ray for his leg and then got screamed at saying you can not be here- this is the law get out. As if I knew I couldn’t be in there when they just told me to hold him down. As I walked out, he slammed the door so I was yelling to my boyfriend saying I can’t believe that just happened and the lady out of the room said what happened, I said they are literally so rude. She looked at me and said DO NOT COME BACK HERE.
posted: 02/25/2023