River's Edge Veterinary Hospital, INC.
4.8 (203) 720 Kennedy Dr, Metropolis, IL 62960, USAHours:
Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at River's Edge Veterinary Hospital, INC.
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
today April 16th 2023 my dog was hit by a car you guys wouldn’t take him due to him not being a client there and sent me to Carbondale vet well upon arrival he passed away. You guys gotta stop doing that to people especially if we live here in metropolis. Don’t plan on even bothering calling this place if your dog is in a emergency situation I’m being serious all they will say is we can’t do anything since he’s not a client of ours
posted: 04/17/2023
After a bad boarding experience, our dog was left sick and severely dehydrated. Dr. Karla got her in quickly, started IV fluids immediately, and kept in constant contact with me the whole time. After an overnight stay with fluids and other meds, our precious Ariel was feeling much better. We could not have asked for more aggressive, competent, and compassionate care. We are forever grateful and won't go anywhere else. Thank you Dr. Karla!!!
posted: 07/05/2023
Great experience every time we've went. Trust them completely with my fur babies.
posted: 04/05/2023
My German Shepherd, Red, had some sort painful attack and was in distress. A type of mass was found when an X-ray was done and Dr. Jones at River's Edge performed an ultrasound to find out what was going on. Thankfully, it was his spleen which was able to be removed. It was twisted. They performed the surgery same day and Red is better than ever. He is recovering nicely and I'm so very thankful to the entire staff at River's Edge for taking such wonderful care of him. I feel very blessed I have more time with my boy. Everyone was very kind, understanding, patient, and it did not cost as much as we expected. Bonus! Thank you again.
posted: 06/05/2019
I had the privilege to spend the week with Dr. Karla and crew as an extern. As a veterinary student with little time spent outside of a lecture hall, I jumped at the opportunity to spend a week in a clinic so close to my hometown. The entire staff was very welcoming and I was impressed with the quality of medicine practiced, especially with dentistry.
posted: 06/04/2023