River Valley Veterinary Hospital

4.7 (151 reviews)
88 Sodom Ln, Derby, CT 06418, USA

Hours

Monday 8:00 AM – 5:00 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 – 4:00 PM Saturday 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM Sunday Closed

How to Save on Veterinary Costs at River Valley Veterinary Hospital

Preventive care

Routine wellness exams can help identify health issues early, often before they become more serious or expensive to treat. Regular checkups are one of the most effective ways to manage long term veterinary costs.

Compare prescription pricing

Some pet medications prescribed at veterinary clinics may also be available through local or online pharmacies. It can be helpful to compare pricing when appropriate to reduce ongoing medication costs.

Consider pet insurance

Pet insurance may help cover a portion of eligible veterinary expenses depending on the plan, including accidents, illnesses, and in some cases preventive care. Coverage details, reimbursement levels, and deductibles vary by provider.

Why Pet Insurance Information Appears on This Page

Looking for information about River Valley Veterinary Hospital? This page also includes pet insurance resources to help pet parents understand how to prepare for unexpected veterinary expenses.

Veterinary care costs can vary widely depending on the type of visit, treatment, or emergency. Many pet parents explore pet insurance before they need it so they are better prepared when unexpected situations arise.

How to Choose a Pet Insurance Provider

Pet Insurance Review helps pet parents compare insurance providers using verified customer reviews and real-world experiences. Our tools make it easier to evaluate providers based on claims experience, service quality, and overall satisfaction.

We have collected more than 220,000 reviews from pet parents, creating one of the largest independent databases of pet insurance feedback available.

How rankings are determined

Unexpected veterinary expenses can happen at any clinic. The providers below are ranked using verified reviews submitted by real pet parents through Pet Insurance Review. Results reflect overall satisfaction, claims experience, and value based on real world feedback. Rankings are updated regularly as new reviews are submitted.

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4.5 AKC 1,801
4.4 ASPCA 12,226
4.9 Embrace 19,970
4.9 Fetch 5,900
4.1 Figo 2,868
4.4 Hartville 183
4.9 Healthy Paws 11,365
4.8 Lemonade 833
4.6 ManyPets 2,416
4.7 MetLife 11,195
4.8 Nationwide 25,683
3.9 Pet Assure 15
4.3 PetPartners 121
4.9 Pets Best 15,326
4.8 Prudent Pet 2,864
4.7 Pumpkin 3,533
4.6 Spot 11,560
4.9 Trupanion 55,033

Compare Pet Insurance Plans

You can compare coverage options from multiple providers to find a plan that fits your budget and your pet’s healthcare needs.


Getting to Know Your Veterinarian

Choosing a veterinarian is an important decision for pet parents. A strong vet relationship is built on trust, communication, and understanding your pet’s individual needs.

Experience

Ask whether the clinic has experience treating your specific type of pet, since care can vary between dogs, cats, and pocket pets.

Emergency Care Procedures

It’s helpful to understand how the clinic handles after-hours emergencies, including whether they provide emergency services or refer to nearby emergency hospitals.

Communication Preferences

Ask how the clinic communicates with pet parents, including updates, test results, and follow up questions.

Breed Specific Health Considerations

Some breeds may be more prone to certain health conditions. Early awareness can help with prevention and early treatment.

Facility Tour

If available, touring the clinic can help you and your pet feel more comfortable before the first visit.


Final Note

Pet care decisions often involve both medical and financial considerations. Having access to trusted veterinary information alongside pet insurance comparisons can help pet parents feel more confident when planning for their pet’s health and wellbeing.

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Reviews from Google

4.7

151 reviews

FJ

FJ

We (me, my bf, AND cats) love River Valley Vet! Dr. Moore and Alyssa are the sweetest and give our babies so much love when they come in! We’re first time pet owners so we wanted to make sure we found a vet that was friendly, responsive, and made our experience positive; River Valley does just that. We feel very comfortable leaving our two boys in their care ❤️

Dec 11, 2023

Love this place! The staff is truly amazing! Prices are very fair! I switched to Dr.Moore's practice earlier this year and I am so happy with my decision. My German Shepherd has very bad Vet anxiety and they are so patient and loving to him. He recently had his first dental cleaning and I was so impressed. I got updates throughout the procedure and even pictures. Highly recommend!

Jun 22, 2023

Dash had his yearly checkup with vaccines,etc Dr Moore has been our vet, first with Buddy & now with Dasher. Over 13 years and appreciate all that they do for us. Caring and understanding especially with Dash who has anxiety challenges. Love the quality of care we get! Appreciation & Gratitude Joan & Dash

May 15, 2023

We love Dr. Moore and staff at River Valley Veterinary Hospital. Everyone is so friendly, warm and loving. Dr. Moore has been with my family for about 16 years and has cared for all of my dogs. We don't know what we would do without her. I highly recommend Dr. Moore and her staff. They are simply amazing!

May 9, 2023

We came to River Valley by the way of our long time vet retiring. I believe that the staff are nice and well intentioned, but 2.5 months wait for a dental procedure that our dog needed proved to be too long. I am understanding that there is a veterinarian shortage. I struggle to grasp how a medical professional can be okay with waiting 2.5 months for a procedure, having assessed our dog's symptoms and receiving a thorough write up of his symptom history, us calling twice for antibiotic refills, and contacting regularly to say his symptoms were worsening. We were proactive in communicating and asking for help, and were only communicated with through non-medical staff of the practice. A primary doctor is meant to be the home base who tells you when you need to seek specialty care, which we would have done if we had received guidance. It is possible that there are breakdowns in communication between office staff and medical staff. We were told that they would get us the estimate the day after being seen, only for us to have to call several times, and receive the estimate 10 days later. My feeling is that the staff has their hearts in the right place, but are possibly overwhelmed by the demand for care.

Oct 12, 2023