Dodge City Veterinary Hospital, A Thrive Pet Healthcare Partner

4.4 (418 reviews)
102 Hatchell Ln, Denham Springs, LA 70726, USA

Hours

Monday 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM Tuesday 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM Wednesday 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM Thursday 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM Friday 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM Saturday 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM Sunday Closed

How to Save on Veterinary Costs at Dodge City Veterinary Hospital, A Thrive Pet Healthcare Partner

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 Dodge City Veterinary Hospital, A Thrive Pet Healthcare Partner? 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 12,245
4.9 Embrace 20,005
4.9 Fetch 5,982
4.1 Figo 2,872
4.4 Hartville 183
4.9 Healthy Paws 11,401
4.8 Lemonade 833
4.6 ManyPets 2,416
4.7 MetLife 11,529
4.8 Nationwide 25,781
3.9 Pet Assure 15
4.3 PetPartners 121
4.9 Pets Best 15,400
4.8 Prudent Pet 2,882
4.7 Pumpkin 3,620
4.6 Spot 11,663
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

4.4

418 reviews

I can’t say enough good things about Dodge City Vet! Dr. Carr has been absolutely wonderful in caring for my pets, The Dude (my cat) and Dumpster (my dog). Her expertise and genuine care make every visit a positive experience. I also want to give special thanks to Kate at the front desk—her kindness and attention to detail are top-notch. Overall, this is a fantastic team that truly cares about animals, and I’m grateful for the outstanding service they provide. Highly recommend!

Nov 6, 2024

Friendly and caring , our pets feel like there part of the dodge city family . Highly recommend these folks !!!

Oct 23, 2024

They had so much compassion and kindness when treating my cat cheese! I literally brought him in a pull up box because I didn’t have a carrier. They squeezed him in for an emergency appointment and even helped me get out the door by a specific time so I wouldn’t be late!

Aug 21, 2024

Nice friendly staff. The vet doc and the vet tech were very good at attending to my pup and taking care of the problem. Great service all around and reasonable prices. I highly recommend . Thank you all for such great service 😘💜🦮.

Aug 16, 2024

We brought both of our dogs to get their check ups, shots, and tested for heart worm, flea meds, etc..etc.. The tech that came in to talk to us was friendly enough. She ran thru what we were requesting and told us that it was going to cost us over $800.00 for this regular yearly check-up!! I was floored. We have always used Dodge City for our animals, but we will not be doing this again. We have never had to pay these outrageous prices, ever. Our dogs are inside dogs, one weighs 4 lbs, and the other weighs 9lbs. The vet and assistant acted like they were best pals planning a night out or something. They left the room with each dog individually. They brought one back and then the other. When they came back into the room, they were talking to each other about, well, I really don't know. The vet said,"Well, they both tested negative for everything." I addressed my concerns that the little one had some drops of blood when using the bathroom. The vet then commenced to tell me,"Well, that they weren't able to get a stool sample from him, and it was probably just a fissure or something." Told me to keep an eye on him and let her know if it continues to happen. Well, of course, I called back, letting them know that it hadn't changed, and I was concerned. Should I bring him back to be checked again? I asked if we were going to have to pay again since they obviously did not do an exam on him. I was told that they recommend I put him on some probiotics. I asked how much that would cost since he obviously didn't even get the exam we were charged for. They said 25$ for 10 days worth or 35$ for a months worth. When I questioned the situation. I was told that she wasn't the doctor who saw them, but she would leave a message for that doctor to call me back. I've been waiting just about a week for the return call, which I have not yet received. I am concerned for my little one, especially since they have already told me that both were negative for everything. Maybe she just forgot that she had just finished telling me that she wasn't able to get a stool sample from him!!! I was charged for it, and I am just in disbelief that there was no concern for him whatsoever and was told to get back with her if it didn't stop. Which of course I have but had to leave a message for her, which she hasn't even done. It is obviously not in the hands of the previous owners. I am just shocked at the costs, the way they charge you for things that have not even been done, and still no return call. Unbelievable. This place has never been like this before, nor have the erroneous charges for services that have not been actually rendered. I am going to make them follow up regarding my little one, and then we will never use this place again. I love my animals too much for them not to have the proper care that I paid for. Good luck to Dodge City going forward. I should have figured something was wrong when there were no other vehicles in the parking lot !!! I'm just saying double-check your expensive services as they might not have really been done!!!

Jul 8, 2024