Butler Veterinary Clinic

4.7 (43 reviews)
420 US-20, Valentine, NE 69201, USA

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 – 5:30 PM Saturday Closed Sunday Closed

How to Save on Veterinary Costs at Butler Veterinary Clinic

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 Butler Veterinary Clinic? 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.

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4.5 AKC 1,801
4.4 ASPCA 12,232
4.9 Embrace 19,979
4.9 Fetch 5,924
4.1 Figo 2,868
4.4 Hartville 183
4.9 Healthy Paws 11,375
4.8 Lemonade 833
4.6 ManyPets 2,416
4.7 MetLife 11,290
4.8 Nationwide 25,718
3.9 Pet Assure 15
4.3 PetPartners 121
4.9 Pets Best 15,355
4.8 Prudent Pet 2,868
4.7 Pumpkin 3,556
4.6 Spot 11,604
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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

4.7

43 reviews

We love Butler Vet! Dr. Wood and her staff are very friendly and caring. They have always been there for us even in an emergency. Our pets are treated like family. We have boarded our pets there also and have always been greatly satisfied. Highly recommended !

Jul 13, 2023

These folks never fail my babies. When I call with a major concern they jump to get my babies in. The care and compassion they have towards my babies is amazing! They are busy but always take the time to answer my questions and my concerns! And because of that all my babies(chihuahuas) are happy healthy and on the mend! Even my daughters pitbull is on the mend and healthy! Yall are great! Thank you for the excellent care you give!

Apr 11, 2023

Boarded our dog when we went tubing. Becky and staff were wonderful. Very happy with how dog was cared for. Highly recommend.

Jul 30, 2023

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Very awesome customer service and Dr Wood was great with my dog 2nd time going here for my pets i highly recommend

Jul 6, 2023

Unfortunately, after almost 20 years, and 4 cats, my trust and heart have been completely broken. Things have changed at Butler, and the hired staff act like guards. A pet emergency requiring me to speak to the vet I have trusted for so long shouldn't require me to beg receptionists for approval to speak to the person I trust most there. As I am out of town, it also should not involve me loading up a very old guy who is going to be negatively impacted by a trip just so I can make another appointment. $$$. Yep, I was understandably upset about the total lack of caring for my kids emergency, my ignored need to speak to a trusted person in an emergency and their rabid over reaction concern for my resulting faux pa. Who holds an animals life hostage because of it? Well, apparently Butler does, or at least the guards at the door do. I doubt Dr. Wood even knows I called. And that's the sad part because I trust Dr. Wood. She's always been great. And as a bonus, because they(The STAFF who work as a TEAM) hurriedly closed out my boys account I can no longer get him the help he needs, or the "prescription" food he needs because they will not approve the request when I order it online. Its a shame Dr. Wood is being shielded so heavily by the "staff team", I find it hard to believe she would be happy about it. EDIT: You know what, nevermind. I'm not going to address your response(which are mostly lies). My crime? Asking to talk to my vet whom I've confided for almost 20 years. Your response? WE'RE A TEAM over and over and over. Frustration and emotion boiled over on my part. For that, I apologize and I'm sorry for yelling GOODBYE(1 word) over the phone. But I'd like to ask you, how old are/were Hope and LilBoy? And when you answer that wrong, ask yourself, why aren't you listening instead of blaming? And that's it. We've walked away, for the better and for good reason. I've said my peace. I grieve for my kid now, the one who suffered because you refused to listen. That's truly heartbreaking.

Feb 3, 2023