Spay Clinic Society
4.2 (88) 127 W Central St, Bethalto, IL 62010, USAHours:
How to Save Money at Spay Clinic Society
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 took a cat, with testicles, and dropped it off in the morning. When I picked the cat up that afternoon, the cat no longer had testicles. That's pretty much what I expected but the price was affordable. It was so fulfilling, I now pick up random cats, have them fixed, and return them to where I found them. I'm sure the owners will be thankful when they find out. Probably have a parade or something for me.
posted: 05/06/2023
Affordable pricing. We have used them multiple times. Each experience a little different. Our first visit was great. Our yorkie was down only a day or two. Our second visit was ok. Our multipoo was sad and hurting 2-3 days. Our last visit our dachshund was spayed on Tuesday, I dont think she is feeling the best but will play with the others some. She wants to be held more, for now. Their vaccination and chipping prices are good and affordable.
posted: 01/12/2019
"Closed indefinitely" due to sickness per the phone line. Sending hope and well wishes that their health rebounds.
posted: 05/09/2023
My cat ended up developing a major internalized infection at the site of her incision, and there was no way I would’ve known had it not burst from the pressure of the discharge buildup. This occurred five days after the initial procedure, and I had been checking frequently to ensure nothing was amiss. Prior to this event, she was dealing with severe constipation that was most likely brought on by anesthesia– which she was very clearly given too much of, as it’s effects lasted for three of those five days before she was ultimately sent to an animal hospital. Really, I should’ve known something was wrong when I first saw how sloppy the actual stitching was. There was no attempt to clean the area before sending her home. I’m sure in the past it was a lovely establishment, but looking at what I’ve experienced (and from the reviews, the similarly terrible services), malpractice seems to have suddenly become a more pressing matter as of this year. It would probably be cheaper in the end for a pet owner to see their local vet rather than this place. I’m now paying an additional 1k for her recovery.
posted: 07/05/2022
Took my cat Otis here and he got neutered and all his vaccines for only 80. Very friemdly staff. Honestly won't go anywhere else from now on.
posted: 05/25/2018