Animal Eye Consultants
3.9 (119) 698 Boyson Rd A, Hiawatha, IA 52233, USAHours:
Monday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: Closed
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at Animal Eye Consultants
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 4.4 | AKC | 894 |
| 4.5 | ASPCA | 12,057 |
| 4.9 | Embrace | 20,305 |
| 4.9 | Fetch | 27,409 |
| 4.1 | Figo | 2,786 |
| 4.5 | Hartville | 177 |
| 4.9 | Healthy Paws | 10,736 |
| 4.8 | Lemonade | 815 |
| 4.6 | ManyPets | 2,428 |
| 4.6 | MetLife | 5,637 |
| 4.8 | Nationwide | 21,417 |
| 3.9 | Pet Assure | 15 |
| 4.4 | PetPartners | 117 |
| 4.3 | Pets Best | 14,113 |
| 4.7 | Pumpkin | 2,549 |
| 4.6 | Spot | 9,855 |
| 4.8 | Trupanion | 62,914 |
| 4.8 | Prudent Pet | 2,445 |
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
After our dog, Teddy, was diagnosed with SARDS (Sudden Acquired Retinal Degeneration Syndrome) at the end of May, we were devastated to learn he would have "rapid, irreversible blindness." Rather than just accepting this fate, we researched an experimental treatment offered at Animal Eye Consultants and drove from New York to Iowa to pursue intraocular IVIg injection in combination with systemic immunosuppressive medications with Dr. Grozdanic. Prior to Teddy receiving this treatment, olfactory testing revealed decreased smell sensation (hyposmia). There was also a suspicion of decreased hearing. Since treatment on June 10th, I am delighted to report the beneficial effects on Teddy's sensory responsiveness as evidenced by videos of him playing fetch, navigating an obstacle course, his pupils constricting in daylight, and performing well throughout the day, including jumping on a chair all by himself. Although his days of catching food in his mouth or barking at planes in the sky might be over, we continue to watch in amazement and wonder as he is rediscovering the world. Not only have you helped restore some of Teddy's vision and brought back joy into his life, but you have given us hope by believing in a miracle. With profound gratitude, The Tenoglias
posted: 08/01/2025
The doctor is very knowledgeable, however the reason I’m giving only 1 stars is due to the cost, the waiting room is so small (for humans that’s fine, but add animals to mix it’s awful!), and you better plan on being in the office at least 2 hours. They are NEVER on time. We are currently in a room and an hour past the appointment time (per norm), and haven’t seen a doctor yet. I’m editing my review as we have just seen him. I complained about the wait time. Our time is just as valuable as his. Because I complained, he fired us as a client. One of the staff came out and talked to me and my husband, explaining the staff has also complained about the wait time and her exact words were “he just doesn’t care and doesn’t listen.” Not only is the wait time bad for us humans, it STRESSES THE ANIMALS OUT TOO! He is pure arrogant. I fully expect him to respond to this review full of arrogance and snide. This doctor has the monopoly on animal eye care, so he can charge whatever he wants apparently. You better be ready to take out a second mortgage. If you have to call in a prescription, it’s a $20 fee on top of whatever the prescription cost is. Human doctors don’t even charge that! He is out for the all mighty dollar and doesn’t care if he stresses your animal out for the long wait time.
posted: 05/19/2025
I was so worried about my three year old dog Mama when I got there and from the receptionist to Sarah to Dr. G I couldn’t have been happier with the care that they showed me for my girl. I am sure I am one of the lucky ones that walked out of there, knowing that her site was going to be fine. They were very compassionate. They ran several tests and I have recommended them already as soon as I got out the door and got on the phone. I told my friends about them if they ever have eye problems dog or cat that is a place to go. I gave them a rating of five if there would’ve been more choices I would’ve given them whatever the highest was thank you so much Animal Eye Consultants and God, my prayers were answered and I’ll see you in six months.
posted: 11/08/2024
Dr. G quickly identified the problem with my puppies’ eyes and we started an aggressive treatment plan that saved their eyes and vision. And the staff is so nice! So glad we had this resource close to us. (Before treatment and after treatment pictures)
posted: 05/27/2024
Horrible customer service. Dr. G, you have a lot of gall to lecture me on patience. We waited over an hour for you. (appointment was for 2:15, finally saw you at 3:35) If we had been an hour or more late I'm sure you would have canceled the appointment and charged us anyway. We also waited 10-15 more minutes for this discharge letter. I'm not frustrated with the dog. I'm frustrated that you think this is an acceptable way to run a business. This type of behavior will not help you either...
posted: 03/21/2025