Crain Veterinary Center
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How to Save on Veterinary Costs at Crain Veterinary Center
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 Crain Veterinary Center? 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.
| Rating | Provider | Total Review |
|---|---|---|
| 4.8 | Adoro | 19 |
| 4.5 | AKC | 1,801 |
| 4.4 | ASPCA | 12,221 |
| 4.9 | Embrace | 19,969 |
| 4.9 | Fetch | 5,895 |
| 4.1 | Figo | 2,868 |
| 4.4 | Hartville | 183 |
| 4.9 | Healthy Paws | 11,362 |
| 4.8 | Lemonade | 833 |
| 4.6 | ManyPets | 2,416 |
| 4.7 | MetLife | 11,182 |
| 4.8 | Nationwide | 25,675 |
| 3.9 | Pet Assure | 15 |
| 4.3 | PetPartners | 121 |
| 4.9 | Pets Best | 15,323 |
| 4.8 | Prudent Pet | 2,859 |
| 4.7 | Pumpkin | 3,525 |
| 4.6 | Spot | 11,551 |
| 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
597 reviews
Great care and flexibility with our puppy pepper who recently got parvo. She's currently being cared for by the vets in a few over night stays. Originally Saturday was the hopefully date. Now Monday is the next hopeful date. Day 2 of this 4 day challenge is upsetting and stressful for both my wife and I. The Vet took time for a lengthy conversation where I questioned everything being done. He was patient and more than willing to hear my questions as well as answer them. Praying to God she's a spicy pepper we know her to be and come out of this. Thanks to all the staff for being available to see her in only a couple hours of making the call. Update. Day 6 of being hospitalized for parvo, she got to come home. Although it wasn't cheap. You can't put a price on a vet and their practice keeping you updated and working hard for you. We still have healing to do but she is still our little pepper and showing signs of improvement. Doc Rob took care of Pepper. Sunday his father came in and worked hard to keep her hydrated. Between Doc/Vet Rob, his father, numerous staff. Chloe, Dalton, unfortunately many others I can't remember, she's is home again. I can't thank you guys enough. As a couple who may never have kids. I will never go anywhere else as long as I live in missouri. Our pets are our babies and to have her home again means more than anyone will ever know.
Jul 26, 2023
They were absolutely wonderful when my elderly dog became sick and wounded. It was a difficult situation and the staff and physicians were so comforting. When it was time for my pup to pass, the sympathy and caring from everyone in the office was unremarkable. They put my pups paw print on a stone for us and sents cards. Recommend this faculty and staff a million times over.
Jun 28, 2023
They were great. I came in as a walk-in with my kitty. They were very friendly, fast, & reasonably priced. At check out, my girl broke off her quick release collar/ leash & hid under the food/supplies shelf that was about 2 inches high. Almost all the staff, if not all, including my awesome vet, came up front to assist in getting her out. After getting her out & some laughs, my vet also offered a loaner pet carrier just in case she did it again in the parking lot, & wouldn't get hit. Very impressed. I was also able to apply for care credit that was advertised on their site, so in addition, my bill is 6 months interest-free.
Jul 21, 2023
We were out of town and they helped our adult children (22 &19) navigate our kitty's issues which ended up needing surgery. They kept everyone calm and took great care of everything. We love Jerry and Rob and the team. They are tye best. They are thorough and at the same time wise about the tests they run and always tell you what and why.
Jul 28, 2023
I brought my cat here on Saturday because of a cut foot pad. After a less than 5 minute exam, I was printed a cost sheet of $455 for surgery to fix his paw pad. I said I believed an ER vet was cheaper. I was charged a exam fee of $42. They did NOT check his temperature or do anything but look at his paw. I took him to the ER vet, Blue Pearl. I was told by the Vet he could give a surgery of over $400, but that he did not recommend it because of the location on the pad. The Vet said It would heal on it's own. If he did surgery it was his experience it would not last. This Vet sent me home with antibiotics. $168. Crain was not interested in what was best for my cat or me. They only wanted to make money!
Jul 23, 2023