Hawthorne Animal Hospital- Troy location
4.7 (69) 1516 Alarth Dr, Troy, IL 62294, USAHours:
Monday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Sunday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
How to Save Money at Hawthorne Animal Hospital- Troy location
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
My 20 year old kitty was in distress. I called, late night, and they set up an appointment right away. Unfortunately the life ran out of my baby before I could get her up there. When I called them back and told them what had happened the woman was awesome, her voice showed her sympathy and caring. She really understood what it's like when your companion dies. I truly appreciated her.
posted: 07/01/2023
We took our dog there in the middle of the night because she was in severe neck pain. She’s had this issue before and we made them aware of this! However, they said it was her back! Now, they made me well aware that it was $325.00 just to walk in the door! Before any diagnosis! This to me is beyond ridiculous! Terrible, terrible, terrible! And then to be misdiagnosed! Now I have a $360.00 bill that I have to pay and the treatment they prescribed did not help. It is a shame that they can charge these prices and get away with it. God forbid if I would have allowed them to run any tests! I would have had a $1000.00 bill in no time. They were nice, and I realize somebody has to work that shift but as pet owners, they make you choose between your pet’s life and money and that’s wrong. So wrong.
posted: 03/06/2022
Dr. Schwartz and team take care of our three dogs (two of which are senior), and all three of them love everyone in the office. Dr. Schwartz takes the time to build a relationship with your pets so when she is checking them out, they don't feel vulnerable. They trust her. We trust her. She is incredibly thorough, patient, kind, informative, and easy to talk to about any and all concerns. Any time we take our dogs in for not feeling well (which happens more often than we want with our senior pups), their office calls to check on them. In all of the vets I have been to, this has never happened. Their customer service is amazing. Added perks for this location: free dog washing station (shampoo included) and patient-only dog park (ensures all dogs are current with vaccinations). We love this vet! (They also take CareCredit.)
posted: 01/15/2018
Dr. Schwartz is super nice and knowledgeable. I was previously at another vet with my cats and moved to Hawthorne when she moved and we acquired a rescue dog. Ella (the rescue dog) was in a little bit of rough shape when she joined our family Dr. Schwartz and her staff were wonderful. They planned out the best things to address first for the well being of Ella and throughout the past month she has become a completely different dog. We will continue going to Hawthorne for all of our animal care needs moving forward.
posted: 02/02/2018
We love Hawthorne in Troy and Dr. Schwartz is wonderful! My big dog loves going to the vet and seeing Dr. Schwartz. They are always so kind and caring. They take excellent care of our two dogs and cat. Everyone in the office is very friendly.
posted: 02/07/2018