Downtown Veterinary Clinic
4.3 (168) 931 E Ogden Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53202, USAHours:
Monday: 8:00 AM – 12:20 PM, 1:20 – 6:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 12:20 PM, 1:20 – 6:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 12:20 PM, 1:20 – 6:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 12:20 PM, 1:20 – 6:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 12:20 PM, 1:20 – 6:00 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at Downtown 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
Highly Recommend. Convenient downtown location and connected affilation with use of PetDesk a huge plus. Warm, friendly, welcoming environment and staff. Dr.Willkom was very thorough in her in review of all prior medical history and initial wellness examination of our pup during our initial visit as new residents of MKE and new client of Downtown Veterinary Clinic. Again Highly recommend based on the ease of scheduling and the attentive care and consideration our pup received during this first first initial appointment. Thank you so much!!!
posted: 04/01/2024
I originally started going here because I followed Dr. V from her previous location. She is the best ever and saved my cat's life. I love the way she thinks. She's not the typical doctor that just goes with the average course of treatment. She talks it through and comes up with a plan unique to your pet. And she's a great listener and doesn't just try to rush you off the phone or out of the office. I truly love her. Once I started visiting this office regularly, I've seen that the rest of the staff is the same. I'm still getting to know the staff but so far everyone is really kind and truly cares about their patients and will take their time to listen and make sure all of your questions and concerns are addressed.
posted: 12/29/2023
Helpful and kind staff, was able to get my cat in quick for an urgent eye issue even though we weren’t established patients. They let you know the pricing before treatment is administered, it seemed on par with other city vets. They also offered to get my cat up to date with routine bloodwork and vaccinations which I appreciated since previous vets hadn’t mentioned he was overdue. Looking forward to continuing our cats’ care here!
posted: 01/09/2024
We have been coming here for almost 2 years with our corgi puppy and love it! Every member of the staff is always so kind and patient with whatever concerns we have had. You can truly tell how much love they have for every animal that walks through the door, and our dog is always so excited to come visit because he knows he is getting lots of cuddles/treats! Thank you to everyone working here for always making it a great experience!!
posted: 03/18/2024
What a pleasant and friendly experience Roscoe and I had on our first visit. The office is so welcoming and kind. Dr. V is professional, very thorough, gentle, and listens. I feel Roscoe is in good hands and we've got a great team supporting us.
posted: 04/11/2024
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