CherryVale Animal Clinic

4.4 (105)
7360 Mid Mall Dr, Rockford, IL 61112, USA

Hours:

Monday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 2:00 – 6:00 PM

Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 2:00 – 6:00 PM

Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 2:00 – 6:00 PM

Thursday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 2:00 – 6:00 PM

Friday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Saturday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Sunday: Closed

How to Save Money at CherryVale Animal Clinic

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 11,392
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.

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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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Karina Castro

They are great! We lost a member of the family and are thoughtful. I want to thank them for the thoughtful gift.

posted: 04/16/2023

Carol Francis

Dr Jeannie is very knowledgeable and handled our dog with great care . She surgically extracted a tooth , and another tooth was pulled. She diagnosed both teeth correctly and prescribed antibiotics and pain meds. She also has texted me to check in on her to see how she was doing. I am very grateful for her expertise and her staff for their wonderful care. I highly recommend her and the animal clinics she works for!

posted: 04/05/2023

Grammie B

Dr. Jeannie, Donna & the crew are wonderful. From the first day we brought our puppy in 13 & 1/2 years ago, right up to her last day with us ,they were all amazing, caring & gentle with her. It was hard to lose our baby but Dr Jeannie was wonderful & care for her like it she was one of her own while she was ill for 6 weeks. We thank everyone for their kind hearts & great care of Mattie. I would recommend this clinic to anyone & we will return to this vet with any future "kids" we have.

posted: 07/08/2017

Jenn Selchow

Annual wellness exam is $60 for a cat. Dr. Katie Racek-Peters didn't bother to listen to her heart, look in her ears, or look at her teeth. The staff is friendly but this doctor is awful. She gave two routine vaccines and I was charged the full amount. She didn't even bother to greet me when she walked in the room, she just continued her conversation with the vet tech from the back room and into the exam room. She has awful customer service skills. Awful animal attending. Dr. Jeannie Harrison is awesome. Apparently I will need to specify that I see Dr. Harrison, only.

posted: 07/12/2022

Tyler Sanford

They take wonderful care of our rabbits.

posted: 07/23/2023