Animal Emergency of Arlington Heights

3.1 (11)
1195 E Palatine Rd, Arlington Heights, IL 60004, USA

Hours:

Monday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM

Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM

Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM

Thursday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM

Friday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM

Saturday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Sunday: Closed

How to Save Money at Animal Emergency of Arlington Heights

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:

Top Pet Insurance Providers of 2024
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.

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Getting 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

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Andrew J. Santucci

Took my pup here in the middle of the night and had them run some xrays to ensure no blockage. We were concerned he ate something. Staff was very kind and understanding. They explained everything and were very helpful. It was an expensive experience, however, so be prepared to pay up for the luxury of a large, clean facility which operates around the clock. I was hardly concerned with price, though, as you can't put a price on the health of those you love.

posted: 06/04/2016

T Smith

This was one of the worst experiences I have had while having to put one of my pets down. The staff that was on call on the morning of December 30th had ZERO compassion, sympathy, empathy for my dog or for my family. They could careless that our family was suffering at the loss of our pet. They were insistant on attempting to take my dying pet away from me to put an IV catheter in, instead of allowing us to stay with him during this. Thankfully, my pet refused to get up and go with the people. We were the only people there and were still there, for over an hour. We waited to finally be moved to the back room for the procedure for approximately 35 minutes. Totally unacceptable. I only gave them 1 star because I did have a very positive experience with the clinic when I had to put my cat down.

posted: 01/03/2018

Adam

I have been taking my dog here for a number of years, as well as recommended Animal ER to my family. Recently I found a homeless animal, didnt know what to do with it and David went out of his way to get in touch with the dogs owner. Continue your hard work, supporting your clients as well as the animals that come through your hospital is the reason that brought me in the first time and will keep me coming back.

posted: 04/06/2015

Julia Robertson

Do not go in there. The doctor's major concern is your money, not the necessary health care for your pet. They will try to make you purchase unnecessary services and try to convince you that they really need to work on your pet when they don't. Their prices are excessive. I did compare how much I was charged for a surgery on my cat with another vet - the vet I talked to said that she would only charge so much if she was performing a brain surgery on a cat. Do not go there ..... the doctors there are all about wanting to get your money.

posted: 04/20/2018

Helen (Etchpea)

My cat suffered a saddle thrombus at 2am, and my wife and I rushed him here immediately. He was only 5 years old but unfortunately he had to be euthanized. The staff was so incredibly caring and apologetic, and we got a little clay imprint of his pawprints to remember him by. Despite the incredible anguish we were (and still are) going through, I deeply appreciate the staff and their kindness.

posted: 12/01/2015