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Animal Medical Clinic of Wheaton

4.8 (304)

1768 S Blanchard St, Wheaton, IL 60189, USA

Best Pet Insurance in Wheaton, Illinois 2024

Hours:

Monday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM

Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Thursday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM

Friday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Saturday: 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Sunday: Closed

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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.

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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

Nicholas Krick

Extremely friendly and easy going staff. Was able to professionally identify and assess the correct treatment our dog needed and provided great care for our dog. Will definitely be bringing my dog back to this clinic!

posted: 10/07/2023

Thomas Ptak

I think I found the best vet! Dr Renee Seager is amazing! I’ve moved around a lot so I have been to 10 or so vets now. She immediately recognized how much we care for our dog and was prepped by going through his long medical history now. She knew everything, got on the floor with our boy, explained everything in detail when we had a possible cancerous growth. Renee performed the surgery to remove it and it healed just amazingly. This place is the best and I am happy knowing she will be taking care of our boy now that we have settled in the area.

posted: 09/23/2023

Karlie Fortier

Had such a great first experience taking our dog here. All of our concerns & questions were answered, and in the kindest most informative way. We were very impressed with their initial interaction with our dog, making him feel comfortable and calm. We felt our dog received great care. Thank you to Dr. Renee and Jessica- you are both wonderful!

posted: 08/02/2023

Caroline

I’ve been looking for a new vet for my senior dog with complicated health conditions. I felt very comfortable with and confident in the staff. Everyone was friendly and welcoming, and the vet was very knowledgeable about my dog’s conditions. I’m so relieved to have found a group I can trust with my baby!

posted: 09/23/2023

Shelley Jenks

This is a great clinic! The staff are all so friendly and obviously have a passion for animal care. Dr. Zollinger is awesome! She has extensive knowledge about a wide range of animals and will do research on anything she comes across that’s new to her, which is great since new things about different animals is always being discovered. I highly recommend them for you our pet no matter what kind of animal it is.

posted: 07/05/2023

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