Formea Animal Hospital
4.9 (311) 1639 Main St, Alton, IL 62002, USAHours:
Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at Formea Animal Hospital
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
If you’re in the area and in need of a Vet, formea is the way to go ❤️ not only is it affordable, but they made my animals feel like part of the family. They were calm and considerate of my high anxiety dog and they truly listened to the issues I was having with my cat. They didn’t try to do unnecessary tests like hawthorn. They were upfront, communicated extremely well, and extremely patient. Thank you Formea for such a wonderful experience!
posted: 05/12/2023
Been taking all of my cat's and dog's there for years. There care and kindness is like no other. Very welcoming atmosphere. They are truly family. Thank you guys for all the years of service and here's to much more!! Love you bunches!!! ❤
posted: 03/25/2023
The caring staff is always very patient with my Yorkie who has extreme anxiety about going to the vet. During her exams and nail trimmings they always give her lots of breaks and love when she needs it. April is always very patient when working with my fur baby and never rushes with her. I will always use the Formea team to care for my fur kid! Special Thanks to entire team!
posted: 05/31/2023
I wish we would’ve started going here sooner! We took our dog Sophie in for bladder problems yesterday after going back and forth to another vet. They did the same tests on her as the other vet and gave us results within 15-20 minutes. The other vet didn’t give us results for almost a week and they made us come in for multiple appointments. Formea gave us answers in one visit. Unfortunately, it was not the answer we were hoping for as Miss Sophie was diagnosed with bladder cancer. They didn’t have ultrasound equipment available at Formea but they gave us options as to what we could do. Dr. Kraushaar sat down with me and explained the results in a way that was both understandable and empathetic. Unfortunately, we had to take her to an emergency vet for the ultrasound where it was determined that her cancer was in an area that is inoperable. Due to the risk of her bladder rupturing we had to make the decision to put her down. I wish I would’ve had the chance to thank Dr. Kraushaar for giving me answers and actually caring. Additionally, I wanted to mention how amazing the front desk staff and veterinarian assistants/ techs were. I have had multiple pets over the years and have dealt with many vets and this was by far the best vet experience I have had despite the circumstances. If I have another pet, I will 100% be sending them to Formea. Thank you all.
posted: 05/18/2023
I take my Sage girl here and we love it! Staff is always so kind and knowledgeable. The place is always so clean! Highly recommend to all fur parents!!!
posted: 04/21/2023