Village Animal Clinic

4.6 (22 reviews)
1818 Oakdale Dr, Baton Rouge, LA 70810, 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 8:00 AM – 12:30 PM Sunday Closed

How to Save on Veterinary Costs at Village Animal Clinic

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 Village Animal Clinic? 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.

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4.8 Adoro 19
4.5 AKC 1,801
4.4 ASPCA 12,235
4.9 Embrace 19,981
4.9 Fetch 5,931
4.1 Figo 2,868
4.4 Hartville 183
4.9 Healthy Paws 11,381
4.8 Lemonade 833
4.6 ManyPets 2,416
4.7 MetLife 11,330
4.8 Nationwide 25,728
3.9 Pet Assure 15
4.3 PetPartners 121
4.9 Pets Best 15,364
4.8 Prudent Pet 2,870
4.7 Pumpkin 3,558
4.6 Spot 11,609
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

4.6

22 reviews

Dr. Butler and his staff are absolutely the best!

Jan 26, 2024

I really like Dr. Butler and his staff. They always listen to my concerns and take excellent care of my dog. She loves the staff there. I have never at all had a bad experience here after three years of my dog being a patient. My only complaint is one that is, unfortunately, true of most of Baton Rouge; their prices are on the high side for someone like me who is on a student's budget. I lived in Mississippi before moving here for grad school, and the difference in price for veterinary care was quite shocking.

May 1, 2017

I started bringing my dog Ram to see Dr. Butler in 2015 because she had a terrible skin issue. Dr. Butler completely fixed the issue by changing her food and putting her on a allergy medication. Since then he has done Dental work on her, done yearly vaccinations and taken care of a few emergency issues. I told Dr. Butler that I was interested in becoming a Vet Tech and since December I have worked for him. I'm not sure why this "Tara" would comment on how employees are treated because she isn't a client or an employee. As a full time employee I can say that Dr. Butler is fully committed to the pets we see. So many of our clients have been with him for 20+ years and consider him family. As an employee I can also state that we are treated very well and this has been one of the most rewarding jobs I have ever had. I'm so thankful to Dr. Butler for taking such good care of my pet and for helping me through the process of becoming a registered Vet Tech.

Apr 11, 2017

Dr Butler is informative and helpful. He helps you make decisions on what's needed for your pet, not his pocketbook.

Sep 22, 2022

David, the way you cared for Oreo was truly kind and professional. Bobbie really appreciated it so much. You are the bomb sir! Terry Swafford

Jan 11, 2023