Critter Clinic
4.6 (254) 10534 W Ustick Rd, Boise, ID 83704, USAHours:
Monday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at Critter Clinic
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 | 11,392 |
| 4.9 | Embrace | 14,179 |
| 4.9 | Fetch | 1,995 |
| 4.4 | Figo | 2,561 |
| 4.7 | Hartville | 164 |
| 4.9 | Healthy Paws | 7,475 |
| 4.9 | Lemonade | 781 |
| 3.2 | ManyPets | 2,145 |
| 4.6 | MetLife | 487 |
| 4.8 | Nationwide | 21,391 |
| 4.3 | Pet Assure | 12 |
| 4.7 | PetPartners | 110 |
| 4.5 | Pets Best | 7,194 |
| 4.3 | Pumpkin | 1,131 |
| 4.7 | Spot | 5,194 |
| 4.9 | Trupanion | 60,280 |
| 4.8 | Prudent Pet | 124 |
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
I have been bringing my babies here for well over 20 years and not once have I ever had a bad experience. The Vets..techs and receptionists are nothing but kind and will treat your baby just like it is is one of their own. I would give them 20 stars if I could.
posted: 01/16/2024
Dr. Smith and staff are fantastic. They were able to get us in quickly to see our Lab we just rescued that has a terrible skin issue causing pain and itching. 2 weeks later and she is like a new dog and her skin is slowly healing after a long time of neglect. Wonderful clinic
posted: 01/13/2024
Listens to all Your concerns and takes very good care of your pets
posted: 01/19/2024
Bring your fur family here. Seriously. We started coming here because we had to get our dog looked at for cheet grass because the waitlist at other vets were long and it was an amazing experience. I then decided to move all of my animals to critter clinic and have never looked back. They are fast and friendly, and its VERY apparent that they love our fur babies just as much as we do. About a month ago our club footed Rottweiler, Godric, started limping more and two weeks ago his club foot swelled up really big. We brought him to CC where Dr. Smith did x-rays and had the unfortunate job of delivering the news that our sweet boy had bone cancer and was in a lot of pain. Through the entire experience not only were they so kind to us, but they each spent a little time saying their own goodbyes to him. Dr. Dennison who alongside dr. Smith personally signed a condolence letter each with a sweet short paragraph, was so great on the morning we said goodbye. She was such a comfort and i truly couldnt have done it without her. They have always factored our lifestyle into things like prescriptions to make things easy and they make you feel at home. I wish i could give them more stars.
posted: 04/10/2023
Dr. Mike and Dr. Smith were extremely helpful with my senior pug's dental cleaning. Explained every blood test and any concerns. Very honest and so helpful with my questions and concerns. My sweet senior pug is doing well, and I'm so grateful. ❤️🐾
posted: 10/09/2023
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