Fedore Large Animal Veterinary Services
4.3 (18) 57851 Decatur Rd, Cassopolis, MI 49031, USAHours:
Monday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at Fedore Large Animal Veterinary Services
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 | 11,392 |
| 4.9 | Embrace | 14,179 |
| 4.9 | Fetch | 1,995 |
| 4.4 | Figo | 2,561 |
| 4.7 | Hartville | 164 |
| 4.9 | Healthy Paws | 7,475 |
| 4.9 | Lemonade | 781 |
| 3.2 | ManyPets | 2,145 |
| 4.6 | MetLife | 487 |
| 4.8 | Nationwide | 21,391 |
| 4.3 | Pet Assure | 12 |
| 4.7 | PetPartners | 110 |
| 4.5 | Pets Best | 7,194 |
| 4.3 | Pumpkin | 1,131 |
| 4.7 | Spot | 5,194 |
| 4.9 | Trupanion | 60,280 |
| 4.8 | Prudent Pet | 124 |
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
Dr. Fedore is our primary vet for our horses. He does our spring clinic for us, and is always on call for any major issues that we have. In February of 2016 my mare coliced. We hauled her down to Dr. Fedore at 2 am and he truly tried his best to keep her comfortable and save her, but she was just too tired and past that point. He gave us the option to stay with her while he put her down. I stayed with her, while my mom waited in the car. He's just a very kind person in general. I dread the day when I have to look for a new vet. If I could give a 10/10 star rating, I absolutely would. Dr. Fedore is by far the best in the area.
posted: 12/10/2020
Dr. Fedore is wonderful. I have had Dr. Fedore care for my animals for years and had nothing but great, professional service. Last night he had to come out for an emergency call for my mini. She needed to be euthanize and he was very compassionate and respectful to our family and to her. Thank you for all of your help through the years!
posted: 05/08/2019
My dog was 12 years old, and it was her time. Never had to put a dog to sleep before. They were so kind and comforting. They allowed me to be with her, during the procedure. And I will never forget their kindness.
posted: 10/23/2021
Recently I sent three horses to Fedore Veterinary. The horses were to remain at the clinic overnight for monitoring after their surgeries, which they did not receive. Upon arriving to the clinic the following morning I was in shock to find one of my horses dead and no phone call made to inform me of my animal. The lack of communication and negligence to my horse resulted in his death as well as the worst veterinary experience I have ever had in over 20 years of horse ownership. This was the first and last time I will ever use Fedore Veterinary Services!
posted: 04/29/2020
Yesterday I took my dog in to be put down. My dog was stressing terrible trying to breathe when I arrived, he was old and struggling and I knew his time had come. I pulled in back and the assistant told me the Doctor would be out and give a shot of sedative then the other shot. Having an experience previously with one of my dogs, I told her I did not want a sedative, just the shot to put him down quickly. The sedative causes the animal to stress even more. Dr. Miller came out, put a turnicut on Willie's leg and gave him a shot. I wasn't sure what he was giving but it turned out Willie started struggling to breathe more, bile and saliva coming down his mouth. the doctor said "I blew the vein" and left to go inside the building. Willie struggling worst - exactly what I didn't want. The doctor returns with two more syringes I said "this is what I didn't want, he is stressing so bad. Dr. Miller then YELLS AT ME "you want me to stick a needle in his heart without him going to sleep first!", I continue to cry and just watch Willie's horrible struggle. Dr. Miller trys another shot in his leg, waits another 2 min. Willie struggling awful, not going to sleep at all. Finally Dr. Miller gives the cardiac shot behind his leg and Willie went to sleep instantly. I said "that's what I wanted". I then told Dr. Miller that I didn't appreciate him yelling at me, he replied "you shouldn't of yelled at me", which I did no such thing, I was crying and so upset for our old beloved dog of 13 years and just watched in horror. It was the most awful experience ever. Dr. Miller was cruel, unkind and inconsiderate of my dog. Awful experience with Dr. Miller - I will never be back to him, a terrible vet, terrible disposition.
posted: 12/15/2020