Blairs Ferry Pet Hospital

4.5 (186 reviews)

6 pet owners visit this clinic

have compared quotes on Pet Insurance Review

1818 Blairs Ferry Rd NE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52402, USA

Hours

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 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM Sunday Closed

How to Save on Veterinary Costs at Blairs Ferry Pet 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 Blairs Ferry Pet 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.

Top Pet Insurance Providers of 2026
Rating Provider Total Review
4.8 Adoro 19
4.5 AKC 1,801
4.4 ASPCA 12,235
4.9 Embrace 19,981
4.9 Fetch 5,931
4.1 Figo 2,868
4.4 Hartville 183
4.9 Healthy Paws 11,381
4.8 Lemonade 833
4.6 ManyPets 2,416
4.7 MetLife 11,330
4.8 Nationwide 25,728
3.9 Pet Assure 15
4.3 PetPartners 121
4.9 Pets Best 15,364
4.8 Prudent Pet 2,870
4.7 Pumpkin 3,558
4.6 Spot 11,609
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.

Explore Topics

Reviews from Google

4.5

186 reviews

On 06/06/2023 we took our 11lb Miniature doberman pincher. To the hospital for a wellness exam, Rabies vaccination, Booster shot, And a nail trim. Doctor Theresa streeper Anton Was the doctor who clipped are dogs nails.. My mom immediately noticed that her eyes looked a little funny. Like maybe she was on something. During the nail clipping process, the doctor clipped the dog's toenail all the way to the meat. The dog was not sedated nor Did she have permission to clip the dog's toenail completely off. I called the clinic, and the doctor denied that she even cut the dog's nails. And hung up on me. I immediately called back and told Her that I had the receipt right in front of me and she said the only way That she would have clipped the dog's nail completely off as if there were Some type of infection or fungus and the dog would have been sedated for This process. She admitted this on her own. I called back to tell her that I was bringing the dog back. So that she could see what she Had done and I was threatened with the police if I came back. Anybody with any type of common sense knows that you don't cut a dog's toenail completely to the meat. We will never return to this clinic again. And I Would highly suggest if you don't want your animals abused to take them to a different clinic.

Aug 2, 2023

Our grooming experience was so positive. The groomer was concerned with how she should treat our dogs so they were comfortable and happy a absolute dog whisperer. The pets came first but she was totally accepting of what we wanted. Understanding that our dogs are difficult but able to be kind 👍🏻

May 2, 2023

M C

M C

I was in a bind and needed someone to watch my dog while I left town for a wedding. This clinic had availability so it worked out well. When I picked her up I could tell she was well taken care of. I will be boarding here again!

Jul 4, 2023

I've had several dogs cared for by Dr. Lemme (retired) and Dr. Streeper. Dr. S is very caring and unlike other facilities is not looking to run up the tab. Have about 20 years with this practice - no plan to change. CEC

Jun 4, 2023

I've taken several cats here in the past couple of years to see Dr. Streeper and it has been a positive experience every time. She has always treated me and the animals well. But today I had the displeasure of meeting Dr. Mangold. I brought a friend's cat in this morning because she had to work. We both thought Robin would be seen by Dr. Streeper but she was in surgery so I got Dr. Mangold instead. For the entirety of the visit Dr. Mangold was short, rude, talking down to me and the cat's owner, and handling Robin rough. I had to put the cat's owner on speaker a couple of times so she could give permission for treatment, during each of these call Dr. Mangold was making faces, rolling her eyes, and making short remarks as my friend asked about next steps for Robin and about the cost of medications. Next, Dr. Mangold came back into the room to administer medication. Before I could react she grabbed Robin's crate and lifted it nearly straight up and down and began trying to shake Robin out of his crate. The door was up against the table so there wasn't even room for him to get out. I was too shocked to say anything so I tilted the crate down and lifted him out but I was appalled. I have never seen an animal treated this way by a vet but Dr. Marigold will never touch one of my animals or any animal I bring in again. If you go here, make sure you're seen by Dr. Streeper.

May 5, 2023