Riverstone Veterinary Services
4.8 (81) 32539 Range Rd 43, Harmattan, AB T0M 1X0, CanadaHours:
Monday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at Riverstone Veterinary Services
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 4.9 | Fetch Canada | 167 |
| 4.9 | Furkin | 348 |
| 4.1 | Pets Plus Us | 868 |
| 4.1 | PHI Direct | 33 |
| 4.8 | Spot Canada | 149 |
| 4.8 | Trupanion Canada | 25,889 |
| 1.0 | Desjardins | 1 |
| 5.0 | OVMA | 1 |
| 3.3 | Peppermint | 3 |
| 2.5 | Petsecure | 226 |
| 0.0 | Sonnet | 0 |
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
Been in the cochrane area for 17 years . Stumbled across this clinic and I have never looked back. I used to use cochrane vets clinics all the time. Cochrane vets are way out to lunch with their pricing. Whatever you do don't change a thing and you will get my client referral! Gonewildkennels.com
posted: 08/27/2020
Amazing work looking after a broken leg. Fantastic dental work as well.
posted: 12/17/2024
We took our very sick dog in at very short notice. Dr Curtis Luzi literally save his life and he and the whole team were great from start to finish. The bill was very reasonable considering the work and care involved.
posted: 09/14/2023
what amazing people that work there. When I have horse emergencies especially I am the type who panics unfortunately and they come to my rescue pretty quickly. They have saved my horses now a few times and I feel more at ease. Especially when they are only 5 minutes from my house. If i have any questions about my animals I can call them and get advice. Thank you all of you that have helped me many times and have kept me sane and my animals happy and healthy. :)
posted: 07/14/2023
Yesterday morning I called the emergency line and I was told that my fur baby would be fine until morning. She was having troubles breathing, I was not satisfied with that answer so I called the red deer emergency vet and I brought her in, and she ended up passing away because of fluid in her lungs... I don't know if it was incompetence or ignorance but I took her in on boxing day with a cough. Now I had to pick out an urn and say goodbye to baby because my worries were pushed to the side.
posted: 01/19/2024