Home Pet Care Veterinary Housecalls

4.7 (47 reviews)
4536 SW Auburn Rd, Topeka, KS 66610, USA

Hours

Monday 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM Tuesday 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM Wednesday 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM Thursday 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM Friday 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM Saturday Closed Sunday Closed

How to Save on Veterinary Costs at Home Pet Care Veterinary Housecalls

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 Home Pet Care Veterinary Housecalls? 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.

We have collected more than 220,000 reviews from pet parents, creating one of the largest independent databases of pet insurance feedback available.

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.

Top Pet Insurance Providers of 2026
Rating Provider Total Review
4.8 Adoro 19
4.5 AKC 1,801
4.4 ASPCA 12,226
4.9 Embrace 19,970
4.9 Fetch 5,900
4.1 Figo 2,868
4.4 Hartville 183
4.9 Healthy Paws 11,365
4.8 Lemonade 833
4.6 ManyPets 2,416
4.7 MetLife 11,195
4.8 Nationwide 25,683
3.9 Pet Assure 15
4.3 PetPartners 121
4.9 Pets Best 15,326
4.8 Prudent Pet 2,864
4.7 Pumpkin 3,533
4.6 Spot 11,560
4.9 Trupanion 55,033

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

4.7

47 reviews

Our first appointment went wonderfully! Dr Schmar was great with all our pets,including 2 snakes!!! Great education on nail trimming and calming my nervous cats. I truly enjoyed our visit and plan to use Dr. Schmar for all our small animal medical needs from here on out.

Jul 17, 2023

Would highly recommend this veterinarian, but especially for anyone who has a pet who might be stressed out or difficult to handle in the typical veterinarian setting. He is patient, tolerant, and willing to spend the time discussing your pet and their care. He also seems to have quite a love for cats, and a very good rapport with them. I have two rather difficult, somewhat feral cats and he was not intimidated in the least and had no issues with them. Takes a lot of stress out of getting care for your pet, and a big blessing to those who are disabled, like myself, and who may no longer drive. Thanks for the great care Dr Tom!

Jan 5, 2023

We had the dreaded task of having to put down our dog of 15 years, we had heard of some vets who would come to your home, and give our pet a more peaceful and comfortable transition. Dr. Schmar was disarming in his conversation and made a seemingly insurmountable task a little less overwhelming. He explained the process, helped us say a teary eyed goodbye, and tried to make the act as comfortable for our pet as possible.

Jan 11, 2023

You know you chose the right vet when your animals are comfortable meeting someone new. Very helpful and I'm forever thankful. Thank you again!!

Jul 27, 2023

Dr. Schmar was amazing!!! Here on time when he said! Listening to every concern I had about my dog! Very laid back! Great to talk to while your animal is getting the care it needs! I also got a small sample of quick stop and a lesson on how to trim my dogs nails at no cost! You can tell he really enjoys what he does and truly cares about the care of your furr baby! Profesional, polite and quality care 100%. Would recommend to anyone looking for a amazing at home Vet! Felt like I had a family member over! Thank you Dr. Schmar for my visit today! I look forward to you being my at home care provider for my animals! ♡

Jul 1, 2022