Rush Animal Care Clinic P.C.

4.7 (122 reviews)
5330 NW Beaver Dr, Johnston, IA 50131, USA

Hours

Monday 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM Tuesday 7:30 AM – 6:30 PM Wednesday Closed Thursday 7:30 AM – 6:30 PM Friday 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM Saturday 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM Sunday Closed

How to Save on Veterinary Costs at Rush Animal Care Clinic P.C.

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 Rush Animal Care Clinic P.C.? 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

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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 182
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3.9 Pet Assure 15
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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

4.7

122 reviews

A certain abrasive and condescending vet tech should focus on customer service and being compassionate to clients with dying pets. That is what clients expect and deserve. Rather than tactlessly telling them that “Dr. said it’s a really cool case.” I let it be known that I was upset by this comment and was not offered an apology. Just a “yea, I get it” from the vet tech and a “she shouldn’t have said that” from the Dr.. But really, it was also the Dr. who shouldn’t have said what she said. You find my dog’s terminal sickness and suffering to be “a really cool case?” What an absolutely terrible experience to deal with while trying to save my dog’s life. Obviously the reviews overall here are from satisfied clients. I’m sorry I was not one of them. Perhaps a name change from Rush Animal Care to Rush “We-Don’t-Really” Animal Care would more honestly reflect the business model here. In response to your self-righteous response: Turns out you are supposed to help your clients in their time of need. That’s what we overpay you for. If you weren’t closed on Wednesday the 5 minutes you took for me wouldn’t be remarkable. And yes, my “perception” at being told that you said my dog dying was a “cool case” caused me to be upset. And you took no accountability. You didn’t apologize. You just said Emily shouldn’t have said that. That’s not an apology. Nor is saying now that you apologized. You had plenty of time to respond to my emails and you instead finally sent me a vain letter not addressing valid complaints and instead preaching about how you stand by your team. How noble.

Sep 20, 2023

Been coming here for 25+ years now. Staff is always super friendly and nice and Dr. Rush has always been there for us and our animals. Dr. Pat is also amazing and has seen my puppies a couple of times now and always follows up to see how they're doing.

Feb 10, 2023

Such an amazing place. Definitely takes care of your animal and very knowledgeable about your animals as well as letting you know some tips of stuff you didn't know you could do. Definitely easy on the pocket and they are very good at helping educate you about what stuff to use or too look for and more. I definitely highly recommend them and they accept new patients 🥰. They accept lots of payments types and even have a budget payment option if needed for those higher payment surgeries and more. Definitely recommend to checking them out. Let them know I sent you 😊.

Oct 4, 2022

We've been talking our dog and cat here for years, doctor Rush and staff are very informative and kins. The time finally came for me to have to say goodbye to my kitty, and Rush was very supportive and made sure she wasn't in pain or distress. The parking lot is a bit of a doozy, but I wouldn't take our animals anywhere else.

Aug 23, 2019

Dr. Barbara Rush and staff always have gone above and beyond the treatment for my dog Kodah. Have been with Rush Animal Clinic for (4) four years, and wouldn't ever consider using any other Vet. Any of you folks with sick critters, take them to the best Veterinary Clinic in the Capital area. Rush Animal Clinic. Give your loving pet the best!

Apr 8, 2018