Country Veterinary Service
4.6 (399) 11770 US-10, Reed City, MI 49677, USAHours:
Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at Country Veterinary Service
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
We drive down from Lake City because they are so awesome! One of our pooches is very sensitive to vaccinations and twice we had to leave a message after hours. Dr Barbara called us back within an hour!
posted: 06/22/2023
We've been going to this vet for years... We had to make a tough decision to put our cat down because he was really sick. This was our first time putting down one of our pets. We decided to go with cremation so we could get his ashes back and have a proper burial with our kids. I noticed they offered a clay paw print from your pet... our cat's paws were very unique, he had "mitten paws". My husband was having a very difficult time saying goodbye to his best friend. So, I made the choice to get the clay paw print to surprise him... I knew it would bring some kind of comfort to him. My husband went to go pick up our cats remains. They gave us back his ashes, but they didn't have a paw print (which we paid for) there was a mistake on the paperwork. I guess whoever filled it out didn't check it off, but the price was added on the side next to it. We were quite shocked when we were told they never got a paw print. I know it might seem silly to some to be upset over it. But that option is added to bring comfort to the family and a reminder of your animal. It made us feel as if our pet wasn't important. That there was a rush that they just shuffled his paperwork (of death) and didn't bother to look it over to make sure everything was right before sending it off. I understand everyone makes mistakes; I was also told that was the first time this has ever happened. The staff definitely felt bad and gave us our money back for the clay paw print. I write this review, to be a reminder... to please have someone check over all paperwork regarding an animal's death before it's sent away. Because there's no going back and I really don't want another family to ever feel the way we did.
posted: 05/05/2022
I have been taking my dogs for decades to Country Vet. They are consistently accurate, concerned, practical, accommodating, and professional. I trust Dr. Todd 100% as she has never steered me wrong.
posted: 06/29/2023
Always friendly service and positive workers. They definitely love their jobs and the Animals they care for. Prices are affordable also. Highly recommended.
posted: 06/12/2023
Staff was really nice! Tried to figure out what was wrong with our dog and followed up with text a few days later to see how he was doing!
posted: 07/14/2023