Animal Health Center

4.7 (206)
190624 US-26, Scottsbluff, NE 69361, USA

Hours:

Monday: 8:15 AM – 6:00 PM

Tuesday: 8:15 AM – 6:00 PM

Wednesday: 8:15 AM – 6:00 PM

Thursday: 8:15 AM – 6:00 PM

Friday: 8:15 AM – 5:00 PM

Saturday: Closed

Sunday: Closed

How to Save Money at Animal Health Center

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:

Top Pet Insurance Providers of 2024
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.

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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

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Robin

I can not emphasize enough how great this place is. And Dr. Reese is second to none. The first picture is of my babycat, Willow, who had extensive dental surgery on February 21. He began having issues over the weekend and Dr, Becker assured that it wasn't an emergency and advised me to bring him in first thing Monday morning. Dr. Reese got him fixed up in no time. the second picture is of my dogs, Esme and Chuck. Unfortunately, we lost Chuck (the lab) in November at the age of 20 and he had cancer. He was well taken care of in his last years. Esme is also a patient as well. I wouldn't trust my furbabies to anyone else.

posted: 02/28/2023

Courtney Ferguson-Macias

I couldn't give an answer to do them justice. They have been absolutely wonderful with helping with my rescues. Extremely commutative, informative, and kind. I won't go anywhere else in this area anymore. BOTH of these ladies are THE best!!

posted: 08/18/2021

Terri Romey

The Staff is Amazing. Ginger loves going for her Vet visits as well as daycare.

posted: 04/05/2023

Glen Dorkins

Very nice staff. They took very good care of my pet. I highly recommend them. 👌

posted: 07/21/2023

Michelle Meister

Dr. Reese is a great person, and she truly cares. She has been our vet for many years.

posted: 06/03/2023