Boyer Valley Veterinary Services
5 (20) 625 US-59, Schleswig, IA 51461, USAHours:
How to Save Money at Boyer Valley Veterinary Services
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 | 889 |
| 4.7 | ASPCA | 11,414 |
| 4.9 | Embrace | 14,242 |
| 4.9 | Fetch | 2,055 |
| 4.4 | Figo | 2,580 |
| 4.7 | Hartville | 164 |
| 4.9 | Healthy Paws | 7,477 |
| 4.9 | Lemonade | 783 |
| 3.2 | ManyPets | 2,156 |
| 4.6 | MetLife | 493 |
| 4.8 | Nationwide | 21,393 |
| 4.3 | Pet Assure | 12 |
| 4.7 | PetPartners | 110 |
| 4.5 | Pets Best | 7,196 |
| 4.3 | Pumpkin | 1,163 |
| 4.7 | Spot | 5,275 |
| 4.9 | Trupanion | 60,301 |
| 4.8 | Prudent Pet | 125 |
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
My puppy got very sick. I had made an appointment at a different veterinary office. Being newer to the community people starting telling no you need to take him to the vet in Schleswig. I am glad I listened. My puppy is now on his long road to recovery. The doctor got him started and gave me advice to help keep his progress moving forward. This morning my puppy ate for the first time in a week. I was over joyed. This is a great vet. He is not expensive. I am glad to learn they are open Saturday mornings too.
posted: 09/21/2018
Dr Boyer is a wonderful person and a fantastic veterinarian. I've been going to him since I moved to Ida Grove in 2011 and I now live in Cherokee. I don't mind the hour drive each way. I had to put Murphy down January 26, 2020 from cancer. Dr Boyer drove to Cherokee to put Murphy down at home and then took him back to Sleshweig. The veterinarian here in Cherokee wouldn't drive across town to help me. I'm disabled and was going through a tough time when this took place. I can't recommend Boyer Valley Veterinary Service enough!!!!
posted: 02/05/2021
Dr. Slavik is Amazing My dog doesn’t like any veterinarian’s and really likes him! Took all of my animals for vaccine’s and none even noticed, so gentle he was cheaper than anyone in the area Went back today and got my dogs teeth cleaned and nails clipped Looks Great and he still likes Dr. Slavik ! And Cheaper than anyone in the area! Thank you Dr Slavik
posted: 03/09/2021
I would not take my pets to anybody else but this office they are kind of polite and caring and treat your animals like their very own. Have been taking our animals to Doyle for years
posted: 12/27/2021
This vet us the most caring an.loving vet I know. Recommend them to anyone. They care about people's pets
posted: 06/14/2017