UrgentVet

4.7 (27 reviews)
5045 Bentley Dr Suite 160, West Des Moines, IA 50265, USA

Hours

Monday 3:00 – 11:00 PM Tuesday 3:00 – 11:00 PM Wednesday 3:00 – 11:00 PM Thursday 3:00 – 11:00 PM Friday 3:00 – 11:00 PM Saturday 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM Sunday 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM

How to Save on Veterinary Costs at UrgentVet

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 UrgentVet? 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 12,232
4.9 Embrace 19,979
4.9 Fetch 5,924
4.1 Figo 2,868
4.4 Hartville 183
4.9 Healthy Paws 11,375
4.8 Lemonade 833
4.6 ManyPets 2,416
4.7 MetLife 11,290
4.8 Nationwide 25,718
3.9 Pet Assure 15
4.3 PetPartners 121
4.9 Pets Best 15,355
4.8 Prudent Pet 2,868
4.7 Pumpkin 3,556
4.6 Spot 11,604
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.

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Reviews from Google

4.7

27 reviews

Everyone was super attentive and caring for my big boy while we were there. The facility was very clean and very neat. They made me feel like they really cared about my dog.

Jul 12, 2025

Very clean, friendly atmosphere. The technician and vet were both efficient and provided honest, professional opinions for us with a range of options and clear cost expectations when we had to come in on a Saturday outside of our regular vet’s hours. We would certainly use them again if we ever have another urgent concern.

Jul 26, 2025

I was so scared for my little puppy they're was really professional the vet she's explained everything to me..for sure we're coming back

Jul 29, 2025

We were super impressed with UrgentVet! It seems like our pup always is sickest after regular vet hours or during the weekend. We brought him in around 9:00 PM once his sickness started getting worse. We were able to walk right into UrgentVet and we loved how easy it was - especially with no reception area, our pup often gets anxious in said situations, and being welcomed right into a smaller room. The whole place was incredibly clean as well. Our tech was incredibly kind, communicative through every step, and thorough in hearing our concerns. Our Dr. was also fantastic - she praised our efforts in watching our pup’s health and management of his sensitive stomach, which is the best feeling as a pet parent. They were both incredibly kind and comforting to our pup the entire time - even sitting on the floor, which is a corgi’s favorite thing as a lowrider! We also very much appreciated the ability to have a say in our treatment options. We left feeling relieved with a thorough diagnosis and plan to help our guy feel better while also not feeling overwhelmed with the cost of care especially for how well we were treated! It meant so much to be able to have an after hour option and not have to worry throughout the night and until we could get an appointment at our regular vet. Would highly recommend UrgentVet and thank you to our Dr. and tech!

Jul 22, 2025

I am not usually one to write reviews but I had such a wonderful experience at urgentvet I felt the need to! My dog Beef snagged some corn on the cob from my toddler at dinner time and ate the entire thing. We were unsure if he swallowed it whole or chewed it but when you google it says it’s bad for dogs to eat corn on the cob and to seek veterinary care immediately. It was a weekend and so our normal vet wasn’t open so we called UrgentVet about 30 minutes before they closed for the night and they encouraged us to come in. As soon as I got there they were ready to do imaging and sent me home with a plan for the night and a plan to follow up the next afternoon as there was nothing concerning showing on the imaging at that time. They were very transparent on pricing and an extra perk was that at the follow up the next day I did not have to pay for another assessment and the repeat X-rays were much cheaper than the day prior. My dog ended up being completely fine and passed the chunks of corn cob without issues within a couple of days (this review also serves as a PSA to NOT let your dogs have corn on the cob!!) The vet and techs on Sunday night as well as Monday afternoon were wonderful and sat down and talked with me and made sure I was comfortable with the plan. I had a great experience and am so glad this business is in West Des Moines!

Jul 28, 2025