Wayside Veterinary Clinic
4.7 (132) 11196 Tecumseh-Clinton Hwy, Clinton, MI 49236, USAHours:
Monday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at Wayside Veterinary Clinic
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. Cotner is an AMAZING vet! Bella & Bentley LOVE HER!!!!! 😁🥰 And our NEW little addition COCO is a tiny girl and she is AMAZING for her! We drive an hour to see her & would NEVER change!!!!! Thank you Dr. Cotner & your amazing staff for all you do for us! You are the BEST!!!! 😁❤ Highly recommend her so see her at Wayside Veterinary Clinic you won't regret it! 🥰🐾🐾🐾❤
posted: 09/28/2022
I’ve been going to Wayside for close to ten years now. Dr. Cotner is personable and caring while also straightforward, and I truly appreciate that in a vet. The vet tech staff is awesome; Helena has been there for years and knows us by first name. Prices are reasonable without sacrificing care or compassion. Thank you for being there for us through the good times and the bad. Highly recommend.
posted: 05/10/2023
Dr. Cotner and her team took great care of our fur baby, and were kind and understanding when we needed to say goodbye to her recently. Would recommend their compassionate care to other pet parents. We were usually able to get in with appointments quickly and they were timely as well.
posted: 04/25/2023
Absolutely love you guys! We had recently moved here, and had yet to find a new vet. We have a German Shepard who's skin/loss of hair condition, had returned. You guys got us in almost immediately. Dr. Joplin didn't make us feel rushed one bit. I felt my concerns were heard, and not just listened to. :) I wouldn't take my dogs anywhere else.
posted: 08/01/2022
So thankful for the people and the professionalism of our vet family. They are the best vet team we have ever had. We have a special needs animal and they always go above and beyond for her.
posted: 03/28/2023