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Dougherty Veterinary Clinics

4.8 (199)

215 E 14th St, Duluth, MN 55811, USA

Best Pet Insurance in Duluth, Minnesota 2024

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 – 5:00 PM

Saturday: Closed

Sunday: Closed

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How to Save Money at Dougherty Veterinary Clinics

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:

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4.7	Hartville	164
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Getting 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

Nicholas Crandall

Hands down best vet care I've seen! So grateful for them! My cat is NOT fun to take to the vet. They were so kind and patient but most importantly they got the job done! My cat was so stressed and scared she actually scratched me! The vet took care to help me clean my wound and get it all bandaged up. They also sent us home with some medication to give her before her future visits so that she can be more relaxed and less terrified! 5 stars and so grateful for their kindness!!! Highly recommend!

posted: 08/15/2023

tabby anderson

I have never had a better vet experience than with Dr. Bittner at Dougherty. My boyfriend and I brought my mother's kitten that got into string to two different emergency vets (one out of the region and the other being BluePearl) without knowing what was going on with him, and Dr. Bittner kept working and seeing little Mars until she found the culprit! Dr. Bittner got the string out, and Mars has perked right back up after getting stitched up on the inside in 14 places! He's still recovering and will be for a while, but I cannot stress how kind and compassionate and caring the entire staff at Dougherty have been through this process! Dr. Bittner made time in her busy schedule to see little Mars and make sure we could figure out what was going on. I have had good vet experiences elsewhere, but I have been blown away by the level of care provided here. Obvious animal lovers that love what they do, thank you so much for bringing us little Mars back!

posted: 08/09/2023

Mercedes Stein

I have a cat who does not like to go to the vet and have struggled with appointments and getting good exams each year. I switched to Doughtery and saw Dr. Licht. She was very kind and gentle. My cat did the best she ever has at the vet! She ended up needing a couple teeth pulled, the staff and service was great throughout the whole process! I am glad she was able to identify the teeth needing to be pulled, now a few weeks out from surgery my cat's behavior has changed. She is much happier, grooms way more frequently, and she is quite active compared to before her surgery. I think her tooth ache had been bothering her for quite some time but dismissed as just an aggressive cat. I cannot thank Doughtery Vet Clinic enough :)

posted: 06/02/2023

L D

Dr.Lisa is the best vet person ever. We had our 1st springer there he was 15, now our sheltie, and most recently we had to put our son down he was 13. Lisa made it all perfect. She dedicates her time, compassion and emotional 😢 empathy. I wish front desk girl had a drop of these amazing traits!! At the time of our heartache, she was rude, aweful said Dr.Liss was "too busy" and hung up on us! The only reason we go there is Dr.Lisa.

posted: 01/20/2022

Joy Archibald

We just moved to Duluth and were looking for a vet - in particular, one that would see birds. Everyone at Dougherty was so kind and helpful! We are new bird owners and this was our first time bringing him to a vet. They patiently answered all of our questions, and were so sweet and gentle with our bird. We are VERY happy and look forward to returning with the rest of our furry family!

posted: 03/09/2021

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