Aberdeen Animal Hospital

4.2 (79)
11 E Golf Rd, Des Plaines, IL 60016, USA

Hours:

Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Thursday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Saturday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Sunday: Closed

How to Save Money at Aberdeen 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:

Top Pet Insurance Providers of 2024
Rating Provider Total Review
4.4 AKC 889
4.7 ASPCA 11,411
4.9 Embrace 14,234
4.9 Fetch 2,051
4.4 Figo 2,579
4.7 Hartville 164
4.9 Healthy Paws 7,477
4.9 Lemonade 783
3.2 ManyPets 2,153
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 5,260
4.9 Trupanion 60,297
4.8 Prudent Pet 125

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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Sammie N.R

had a problem with my cat, I called to ask a question. If they can please show some compassion and just ask the doctor for some advice or what they recommend, I told them what was wrong with my cat. I took her to a vet on Saturday. They knew all the info I knew.They told me they were all booked up and could not help me. I pleaded with them, They told me again take my cat to an emergency room. Again I told them I took her to a hospital , I just wanted advice to make sure my cat was not hurt or become hurt. No compassion here. These positive reviews are all fake. They encourage or guilt customers to leave good

posted: 06/28/2023

Allie Murphy

They were able to fit us in short notice to put our dog down. The vet was able to tell us what was wrong with him and made us feel better that he couldn’t be helped. Thank you doctor dean.

posted: 06/26/2023

Amanda Freeze

The only reason I am giving 1 star is for the vet himself, otherwise I’d give zero. I have a 9 month old Siberian Husky puppy. We have gone to this vet and more often than not the problems lie with the receptionists and vet techs. I took her to get her stitches out after her spay. She is a very anxious dog so I knew it would be difficult. What I did not know is that they would be taking the stitches out in the lobby of the office. They excepted me to hold her down which I tried to do, but as anxious as she was, that couldn’t be attained. As my dog snipped at the vet tech because of how scared she was, she directed the other woman to grab a muzzle. While they struggled to put the muzzle on her, the vet tech Amanda pulled her collar back tight in a very aggressive way. They then pushed her onto the floor to get her stitches out and ridiculed me about where I take her to get her training done. Please keep in mind that this was all done in the LOBBY of the office. How is it ok to take stitches out without wearing gloves, in a non sterile environment? They have been nothing but rude and empathetic and constantly remind me that “she’s a husky, she’s fine”. While I’m well aware of the type of breed I own, I will not tolerate someone treating me like a child and expecting me to do their job, while throwing my dog around like a rag doll. Do yourself a favor and take your animal elsewhere that has empathy and understands. While Dr. C is great at what he does, his condensing, snobby, and rude assistants will never lay a finger on my dog again.

posted: 08/12/2022

Laura Engebretsen

My tire blew while turning into the lot for my cat's annual appt. It was freezing cold and I had my 4 1/2 year old with me. Between patients, Dr Wild offered to change my flat! I could not be more grateful that he helped me out. He truly went above and beyond.

posted: 11/25/2022

Holly G

Dr. Dean is the best! We’ve been seeing him for many years, and despite moving further away, we continue to make the drive to see him, with any, and all our pet needs! He is a skilled, honest, caring, and compassionate doctor, who never would try to sell anyone on services, but rather has always put our pet first, even when it’s necessary to compromise his own schedule - because he cares and has the best interest, of our pets, at heart!! 5 stars is honestly not enough for this Dr. & his wonderful staff! Lana Wegener and Family.

posted: 09/06/2022