Michigan City Animal Hospital
4.8 (284) 2525 E Michigan Blvd, Michigan City, IN 46360, USAHours:
Monday: 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Thursday: 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Friday: 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at Michigan City 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 | 11,411 |
| 4.9 | Embrace | 14,234 |
| 4.9 | Fetch | 2,051 |
| 4.4 | Figo | 2,579 |
| 4.7 | Hartville | 164 |
| 4.9 | Healthy Paws | 7,477 |
| 4.9 | Lemonade | 783 |
| 3.2 | ManyPets | 2,153 |
| 4.6 | MetLife | 493 |
| 4.8 | Nationwide | 21,393 |
| 4.3 | Pet Assure | 12 |
| 4.7 | PetPartners | 110 |
| 4.5 | Pets Best | 7,196 |
| 4.3 | Pumpkin | 1,163 |
| 4.7 | Spot | 5,260 |
| 4.9 | Trupanion | 60,297 |
| 4.8 | Prudent Pet | 125 |
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
All staff at this hospital are phenomenal. They are incredibly helpful and consistently understanding. They have always been patient, kind, and willing to help my pets, especially my aggressive dog. I would recommend them 1000x over. You cannot find a better hospital to treat your animals. They care not only about your pet, but also about you. The best vet I have ever encountered.
posted: 08/15/2023
A receptionist accused me of stealing flea and tick medication. She said she had handed it to me but she hadn’t. I emptied my pockets, showed the inside of my purse, and offered to let her search me because I would never do that. She was pretty upset but said she would count the medication at the end of the day. I never heard the result of her count of the flea and tick medication, but now every time I go in, when I receive medication, they have a second person present seemingly so two people can attest that it was given to me. Another time, the woman at the front wouldn’t let me make an appointment for a kitten I had gotten because my bill was past due. I told her I hadn’t received a bill and she said that’s because they hadn’t mailed it yet. (I suppose they waited to mail it because my older cat had recently passed away and they wanted to give it some time which is understandable but don’t yell at me for not paying it.) A third time, they said they could accept my mom’s card if I brought in her cat, so I did. Her cat ended up needing medication. I went to check out with my mom’s card as previously discussed on the phone and she wouldn’t let me and treated me absolutely awfully. I ended up not being able to pay and so she withheld the medication. The veterinarian felt awful about the whole thing and brought the medication to our house which was so incredibly kind. It’s embarrassing working with the front, I don’t know what the issue is there, they seem to have it in their head that I’m some hardened criminal. I gather they must have a lot of theft, but it’s still hurtful. The veterinarians are really good so I don’t make a fuss but I hate knowing they think poorly of me for some reason. Please keep in mind that these experiences are over the course of 15 years of going there and there have been good experiences too. Our dogs love them. Our cats hate them, but this is really just a reflection of how cats feel about going on a car ride and being handled by strangers and not a reflection of any veterinarian or staff.
posted: 08/04/2023
Everyone is so kind and caring. Dr. Fairchild is great. Our new 2 year old Siberian cat would not eat after coming into a new home. After seeing Dr. Fairchild she is gobbling up her Purina one. She is so knowledgeable about cats and everyone is so very caring. It is also very clean and does not smell like a veterinarian clinic.
posted: 08/20/2023
Far and away the best vet practice I've ever dealt with. Rex Bailey is America's version of the vet from "All Things Great and Small." He has cared for my Westies for ten years -- lovingly, tenderly, and with medical training and experience unequaled. He is greatly respected by the Purdue University Small Animal Hospital and peers everywhere. I think my dogs get better care than I get. Rex's other vets are top notch, as well. Very dedicated and very professional. I love the place. I travel almost an hour to get there but it's worth it.
posted: 05/05/2023
Dr Fairchild is AMAZING with my extremely fearful dog. She and the vet assistants are so compassionate and patient with him. This practice is thorough and advanced. Your pet is in skilled and loving hands here!
posted: 06/30/2023