Smokey Valley Animal Hospital

4.9 (74 reviews)
400 S U.S. Highway 81 Bypass, McPherson, KS 67460, USA

Hours

Monday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Tuesday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Wednesday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Thursday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Friday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Saturday 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM Sunday Closed

How to Save on Veterinary Costs at Smokey Valley Animal Hospital

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 Smokey Valley Animal Hospital? 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

Pet Insurance Review helps pet parents compare insurance providers using verified customer reviews and real-world experiences. Our tools make it easier to evaluate providers based on claims experience, service quality, and overall satisfaction.

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How rankings are determined

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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4.5 AKC 1,801
4.4 ASPCA 12,228
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4.9 Fetch 5,918
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4.4 Hartville 183
4.9 Healthy Paws 11,371
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4.7 MetLife 11,234
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3.9 Pet Assure 15
4.3 PetPartners 121
4.9 Pets Best 15,347
4.8 Prudent Pet 2,867
4.7 Pumpkin 3,545
4.6 Spot 11,586
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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

4.9

74 reviews

Dr. Lacey is a great, down to earth vet! I've been taking my pets to him for many years. I'm glad I took my dog Buster to him because he removed a tumor, adding 4.5 more years to his life. He is very compassionate about his work and of all pets he cares for. Thank You Dr. Lacey!

May 9, 2023

We so appreciate the entire team at Smokey Valley! Calling in for advice to emergency calls, they have helped us through a lot! Dr. Lacey & Dr. Johnson are a wealth of knowledge for all our animals cattle, goats, pigs, dogs, & cats!

Jul 13, 2021

Very thorough and straightforward honest first time visit with my new puppy. My choice for any and all future needs my cat and puppy might have.

Dec 28, 2022

The best vet in McPherson! I was able to get an appointment the very next day, and they handled my cat with great care. They were very accommodating to my two difficult cats, and gave me a medication that would be easiest to use on them. Very sweet people here, I will not use another vet in McPherson.

Oct 1, 2021

Really liked this veterinarian and he has a very friendly and great staff. we have two veterinary clinics that we normally use depending on what day it is or how easy it is to get into them. Neither one had a vet available that day. the vet we normally use in McPherson recommended Smoky valley animal hospital to us so we called them. They were booked solid and had no openings but due to our dog having a serious eye injury, well we thought it was serious they made time and stayed late on Saturday to see her. I really like the demeanor of this vet and I really like how much it seemed that his staff enjoyed working with animals pretty sure we will be going back to him from now on.

Oct 26, 2020