Great Plains Pet Hospital
4.5 (61) 2224 N Anderson Ave, Newton, KS 67114, USAHours:
Monday: 7:45 AM – 5:30 PM
Tuesday: 7:45 AM – 5:30 PM
Wednesday: 7:45 AM – 5:30 PM
Thursday: 7:45 AM – 5:30 PM
Friday: 7:45 AM – 5:30 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at Great Plains Pet 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 | 11,409 |
| 4.9 | Embrace | 14,230 |
| 4.9 | Fetch | 2,045 |
| 4.4 | Figo | 2,578 |
| 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 | 21,392 |
| 4.3 | Pet Assure | 12 |
| 4.7 | PetPartners | 110 |
| 4.5 | Pets Best | 7,196 |
| 4.3 | Pumpkin | 1,163 |
| 4.7 | Spot | 5,259 |
| 4.9 | Trupanion | 60,296 |
| 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
Team Members are always so nice. Great Doctor takes the time to relay what is going on with your Kitty. Very Happy every time we have to make a visit.
posted: 03/23/2022
Caring and friendly. They care for your pets and you through all phases of your pet's life.
posted: 02/25/2023
Great Staff and love all the recent updates. They have done amazing at helping me find solutions for my dog who is rather needy to put it nicely. I can't imagine trusting anyone else with his care and recommend them frequently to others. Grooming service is also amazing and my boy has a great day when he is there. Comes out fresh and clean and a smiley happy boy. Thank you to all the staff there for doing such an amazing job!
posted: 06/11/2019
We had our primary vet look at our dog when he lost his appetite and seemed to not have any energy. They ran blood test and done a sonogram. After that, they said they had no answers. We weren't satisfied with this outcome, so we decided to get a second opinion. My wife called this place and was told they would need to redo all the testing themselves (about $600 worth) for the second opinion. They were unwilling to request the test results from our primary vet. At that point it became immediately clear that they were only after money and didn't appear to care at all about helping our little guy. Others have posted reviews stating this apparent fact. We called another vet out of town and they were eager to help and will request the records so we can continue seeking answers for our pets health, rather than lining their pockets. I will never recommend this place to anyone who needs care for their pet. Despicable.
posted: 10/12/2020
They are professional and my pet is well taken care of. No changes. All is good with the staff.
posted: 05/05/2023