Hickory Creek Animal Hospital
4.8 (58) 2653 E Lincoln Hwy, New Lenox, IL 60451, USAHours:
Monday: 9:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Tuesday: 9:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Wednesday: Closed
Thursday: 10:30 AM – 6:30 PM
Friday: 9:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday: 9:30 AM – 2:00 PM
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at Hickory Creek 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 | 11,392 |
| 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
Dr. Elizabeth is by the far the best veterinary experience we’ve had! She is compassionate, knowledgeable, & always friendly. Most importantly, she cares about your animal just as much as you do. Our family has been been seeing Dr. Elizabeth for over 15 years and she always gives her time, attention, & care at every visit. My current dog is anxious and nervous but by the end of our appointment was accepting treats right from Dr. Elizabeth - all after we had managed her vaccinations and blood draw! Dr. Elizabeth and her staff are patient and always focused on what’s best for your animal and makes your animal most comfortable. I cannot recommend them more! Thank you!!!
posted: 01/10/2023
The staff is so friendly and helpful. Dr. Elizabeth is wonderful. You can tell that she truly loves animals and is very knowledgeable. They always follow up after an appointment to see how your pet is doing.
posted: 07/27/2023
Dr. Liz and Dr. Walter are Amazing! I appreciate the care and time they put in to know both pet and owner. Your pets well being is in good hands with this staff. These doctors work day and night to meet the needs of their patients and families. Their compassion and love of animals is obvious in all they do. Hickory Creek Animal hospital has been instrumental in our pets lives for over 20 years.
posted: 06/14/2021
When I saw Dr. Elizabeth in 2020 everything went fine but this year when I tried scheduling an annual checkup the office lost me as a client. I scheduled 3 appointments over the course of three months and every SINGLE one was cancelled on me. The first time I was understanding but the second time reception was less apologetic than the first. I told them I would schedule one more appt but if it wasn't honored than I needed to find a new vet because I want my pet to be seen. The third time there was also no apology, just a call to see if I could come five hours later than the planned appt. I was also understanding about the vet needing to do emergency surgery. I suggested merely a technician draw her blood because that's truly all I needed. They said no they aren't allowed to which was strange to me. My mom is a vet and her techs draw blood all the time. My mom barely does it cause she's performing surgeries. Meanwhile, I live with my grandma who scheduled an appointment for her pet after I scheduled 2 appointments and was seen multiple times before I was seen once. I guess this facility only cares about clients they've had for a long time. Even though our last names and address are the exact same. Even after losing me as a client they've been disrespectful. I've called several times to have them send my dog's records to our new vet and they have yet to do so. Don't go here if you are looking for a new vet! You will NOT be seen as equal to older patients and reception was rude several times.
posted: 12/30/2021
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