Rochester Veterinary Clinic

4.8 (33 reviews)
130 N John St, Rochester, IL 62563, USA

Hours

Monday 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM Tuesday 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM Wednesday 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM Thursday 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM Friday 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM Saturday 8:00 – 11:00 AM Sunday Closed

How to Save on Veterinary Costs at Rochester Veterinary Clinic

Preventive care

Routine wellness exams can help identify health issues early, often before they become more serious or expensive to treat. Regular checkups are one of the most effective ways to manage long term veterinary costs.

Compare prescription pricing

Some pet medications prescribed at veterinary clinics may also be available through local or online pharmacies. It can be helpful to compare pricing when appropriate to reduce ongoing medication costs.

Consider pet insurance

Pet insurance may help cover a portion of eligible veterinary expenses depending on the plan, including accidents, illnesses, and in some cases preventive care. Coverage details, reimbursement levels, and deductibles vary by provider.

Why Pet Insurance Information Appears on This Page

Looking for information about Rochester Veterinary Clinic? This page also includes pet insurance resources to help pet parents understand how to prepare for unexpected veterinary expenses.

Veterinary care costs can vary widely depending on the type of visit, treatment, or emergency. Many pet parents explore pet insurance before they need it so they are better prepared when unexpected situations arise.

How to Choose a Pet Insurance Provider

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Unexpected veterinary expenses can happen at any clinic. The providers below are ranked using verified reviews submitted by real pet parents through Pet Insurance Review. Results reflect overall satisfaction, claims experience, and value based on real world feedback. Rankings are updated regularly as new reviews are submitted.

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4.4 Hartville 183
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Compare Pet Insurance Plans

You can compare coverage options from multiple providers to find a plan that fits your budget and your pet’s healthcare needs.


Getting to Know Your Veterinarian

Choosing a veterinarian is an important decision for pet parents. A strong vet relationship is built on trust, communication, and understanding your pet’s individual needs.

Experience

Ask whether the clinic has experience treating your specific type of pet, since care can vary between dogs, cats, and pocket pets.

Emergency Care Procedures

It’s helpful to understand how the clinic handles after-hours emergencies, including whether they provide emergency services or refer to nearby emergency hospitals.

Communication Preferences

Ask how the clinic communicates with pet parents, including updates, test results, and follow up questions.

Breed Specific Health Considerations

Some breeds may be more prone to certain health conditions. Early awareness can help with prevention and early treatment.

Facility Tour

If available, touring the clinic can help you and your pet feel more comfortable before the first visit.


Final Note

Pet care decisions often involve both medical and financial considerations. Having access to trusted veterinary information alongside pet insurance comparisons can help pet parents feel more confident when planning for their pet’s health and wellbeing.

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Reviews from Google

4.8

33 reviews

E S

E S

We’ve taken all of our pets to Dr. Sturdy. Through 4 cats and more than 30 years, we have had nothing but great, caring service. They have always been there when we needed them. No long waits for appointments, ever. Mark and his staff are SO loving and caring to the animals. They will go above snd beyond to make sure they feel safe and loved. Mark gives compassionate, realistic care. He won’t put an animal through unnecessary treatments or trauma. As a testament to their care and guidance, our cat #4 has been an insulin-dependent diabetic for 7 1/2 years and is aging gracefully as a 19 year old. (7 years’ success with feline diabetes is an accomplishment!). Mark is the only vet for us!

Jun 3, 2021

Bella did great down there. The cost to live in this state is ridiculous. Crazy. Next year I will definitely have her registered in Texas. Vets A1. They have to pay the state I get it. Extra charge my girl is not fixed in IL. Wow. Again great vet.

Nov 24, 2021

Dr. Sturdy and the staff are amazing! They were loving, kind and patient when we had to put our Sweet (Dog-Son) King down. He was 12 and a half and the compassion shown to my family and I was truly remarkable ❤️😇🙏!

Dec 20, 2019

Jv

Jv

Seems like a small town vet clinic that I will never return too. Walked in and it smelled like old cigarettes. Didn’t wait long for the visit but the vet comes out and takes my pet and just walks away no cue to come back with or anything. I end up going back as my pet is super anxious, vet barely said a word to me, asked me questions about what’s wrong and started randomly doing things without explaining, there was also another guy there who I assume was helping and didn’t say much either. What really aggravates me is that the vet kept dropping things due to his swollen hands, I’m not sure what from and I understand we all have things we are dealing with but to be giving pets shots or performing any type of procedure would make for an extremely unsafe situation for pets. The receptionist is nice but I won’t be returning.

Oct 15, 2021

Very friendly staff. It's clean. I rarely have to wait for my animals to be seen. I highly recommend.

Sep 4, 2017