Valley Veterinary Clinic
4.3 (41) 209 3 St S, Three Hills, AB T0M 2A0, CanadaHours:
How to Save Money at Valley 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 4.9 | Fetch Canada | 166 |
| 4.9 | Furkin | 348 |
| 4.1 | Pets Plus Us | 862 |
| 4.3 | PHI Direct | 31 |
| 4.8 | Spot Canada | 149 |
| 4.8 | Trupanion Canada | 25,888 |
| 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
Edited to update: Kathy is no longer there and the current vet convinced me I will never go back to any location of Valley Vet except for in the worst emergencies. It would not surprise me to learn he was hired to drive clients to Trochu or Drum. 15 minutes into the appointment, he hadn't even glanced at my dog and she couldn't wait to get out, pacing the whole time. Kathy never had a problem with any of my animals! (Nicole was great, as always!) ‐------ Kathy, Hanna, Mel... everyone there is great. They care deeply about your pet, but also your relationship with our pet. One of my cats recently needed what was thought to be minor surgery but they found something more serious. They handled the situation brilliantly.
posted: 08/06/2021
Kathy has been my favorite vet for over 15 years now. She always has some words of wisdom on caring for whatever pet I bring in. She is honest and straight forward with the facts. I feel very fortunate to have found such a great place. I would highly recommend Valley Veterinary Clinic in Three Hills
posted: 12/18/2020
Not happy at all. The vet is arrogant and belittles you. He does a horrible job stitching up your animal. Not impressed! Feel I got ripped off for what was done. Will never go back there again! Love the front end staff, very friendly and they deserve more credit than the vet!
posted: 10/30/2021
Always amazing! Dr.parker is the only vet I'll ever go to, even coming from Calgary and Hanna is also very helpful, caring and supportive. I couldn't imagine going through some of the situations with my furbabies anywhere else with anyone else, they make horrible situations much easier to cope with and I always recommend them to everyone I talk to with animals!
posted: 09/05/2017
Wife took our dog there. Had a minor issue, nothing serious but the vet treated my wife like garbage. No respect for anyone, I don't recommend taking your pet here. Will not be going back ever again
posted: 10/25/2021