Frey Pet Hospital

4.8 (619 reviews)
2300 16th Ave SW, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404, USA

Hours

Monday 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM Tuesday 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM Wednesday 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM Thursday 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM Friday 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM Saturday 7:00 AM – 12:00 PM Sunday Closed

How to Save on Veterinary Costs at Frey 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 Frey 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.

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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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4.4 Hartville 183
4.9 Healthy Paws 11,381
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3.9 Pet Assure 15
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4.6 Spot 11,609
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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

4.8

619 reviews

I could not recommend them more. I have taken dogs I own as well and board and trains I have here. Frey has been there for me in many ways; from a new puppy, training, X-rays, to end of life. The staff is incredibly knowledgeable, compassionate and listens not only to my concerns but if I need things to be done a certain way at the vets for training they are always ready to make it the most positive visit they can. They have been accommodating to my disabilities as well. When my service dog passed they went above and beyond. Giving him the best care they could, and then being as supportive and compassionate as possible afterwards. I’m thankful for every staff member here!

Aug 16, 2023

Dr Koopman is fantastic, and has been wonderful along with the techs with all of our fur babies. They are attentive, detailed, incredibly kind, and have always leaned to the side of caution in terms of testing and treatments (they caught several situations with our fur babies that would have been missed if they didn't look into something further). Simultaneously, Dr Koopman is very careful to be conscientious of the cost of testing and treatment and always has explained all options for things and their costs prior to moving forward. She always presents multiple options, so if your budget doesn't allow for a $300 test, you can still confidently care for your pet with a less expensive alternate option and know you are still providing for your fur baby. The only reason(s) for giving it 4 instead of 5 stars are: 1. organization in terms of timing could be a little bit better, as it usually takes a while to be able to leave after the vet or tech is done with the visit. 2. They are a more expensive clinic. Even simple visits will cost more at Frey than other clinics. ***BUT you get what you pay for with them. Even though it costs me more to take our pets to Frey than to other places I've gone, I know they're getting the best care and treatment and they aren't being used as sales pawns for the latest vet med marketing push.***

Aug 12, 2023

I just wanted to say thank you to the staff . You all made our sad day putting Dexter down not as hard. He went peacefully and is headed to a better place. Lisa and Jennifer

Jul 5, 2023

I've been a dog owner for the better part of 30 years.. seen many different vets.. and finally I found my forever vet! Dr. Ayers and staff at Frey are remarkable. He literally saved my dog's life on a Saturday morning and after hours when no other Vet in Cedar Rapids would answer the phone or were to busy to see my pup Wolf. He is thorough, intelligent, respectful, caring, kind and a true professional! I have nothing but the best to say about him and the Frey staff. And will never forget the help they gave to us on such a miserable day. They are truly the best vets in the world!

May 20, 2023

I just got my dog a couple of weeks ago, and it's clear the previous owner did not take as good of care of her as they should have. She has multiple types of worms, double ear infections, gingivitis, and was severely behind on all of her vaccines; all around a big ole mess. I called right at open and was able to get in only a couple of hours later in the morning. The care my pup received was amazing. The people working here are all incredibly patient, kind, and knowledgeable. At no point did it feel like we were just squeezed in between other appointments, and everything was explained thoroughly. I will be taking my dog here for as long as I am in the area and will do so with the knowledge that it's reasonably priced and staffed by amazing individuals. I highly highly recommend Frey's.

Jun 19, 2023