Kennedy Veterinary Services

4.7 (193)
1016 S Main St, Milton-Freewater, OR 97862, USA

Hours:

Monday: 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM

Tuesday: 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM

Wednesday: 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM

Thursday: 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM

Friday: 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM

Saturday: Closed

Sunday: Closed

How to Save Money at Kennedy Veterinary Services

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 5,697
4.9 Embrace 10,255
4.9 Fetch 174
4.4 Figo 587
4.7 Hartville 164
4.9 Healthy Paws 7,475
4.9 Lemonade 781
3.2 ManyPets 11
4.6 MetLife 424
4.8 Nationwide 21,391
4.3 Pet Assure 12
4.7 PetPartners 98
4.5 Pets Best 7,194
4.3 Pumpkin 54
4.7 Spot 160
4.8 Trupanion 55,007
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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Lyla Lampson

I have literally taken hundreds, perhaps even thousands of cats to Kennedy Veterinary Services over the past 30 years as I ran a cat rescue and spay/neuter program for 18 years. Dr. Kennedy is amazing with orthopedic work and really good with feral cats. He treats every feral cat like his own. Dr. Kidd is really good with all cats (and chickens) as well and is very good with communicating with me about what needs to be done. With both vets I know they will do what is best for the cat while taking into consideration my finances. I know they will not let me put a cat down that they do not believe needs to be put down and that means the world to me. The staff at the clinic are excellent as well and I feel good about leaving my cats and occasional rescue dog at their clinic. They have done more good for the area pet rescues and for feral cats than any other vet in the area. Total dedication!

posted: 06/30/2023

Charlee Hall

Great service and very friendly staff that really care about your animals well-being. They are willing to take the extra steps to make you and your pet comfortable. Great prices for this area too. My only complaint was they charge a fee if you pay by credit card. I didn't know that before so I didn't bring cash. Now that I know, it's not a problem. Just a heads up for others though, it pays to bring cash! I will definitely be gong back.

posted: 11/21/2022

Mary Jane Hathaway

Our puppy needed a shot but she's developed fear based aggression. The tech met us outside so I could I slip a muzzle on our pup. I held her securely and the tech gave her the shot super fast. I really appreciated their understanding and professionalism.

posted: 11/15/2021

Julie Hardin

My previous vet diagnosed my Daisy with heart failure despite not having a heart murmur but said she had a slightly enlarged heart and fluid buildup and continued to reassure me that with heart med regiment she could have a year or more of a quality life left. Though I did see some small improvements she was a very sick 11 year old. On friday January 27 she woke up whimpering, gasping for breath and not able to walk she was coughing so hard. For a month she was this way and woke up up to 7 times a night. I made the decision to have her put down. I couldn't bear to see her suffer any longer.She had not eaten for 8 days. My daughter told me to take her into Kennedy for a 2nd opinion. After looking at her xrays from the previous vet and going over the records and doing an exam Dr.Kidd said she didn't believe she had heart failure and stopped all meds. She gave her IV fluids as she was very dehydrated from the Lasix. She suspected pneumonia and put her on the appropriate antibiotics. . Its been 5 days on antibiotics and I have my happy Daisy back! She's running, barking and playing with her brother once again! Her appetite is coming backShe has a slight infrequent cough but doesn't even cough when running! I can't say enough good things about this vet clinic, Dr. Kidd and staff are amazing! Thank you from the bottom of my heart for savingDaisy! And Jack thanks you too! With sincere, heartfelt gratitude, Julie Hardin

posted: 02/01/2023

Teresa Luster

My cat was very sick and needed to be seen ASAP. After calling my vet and all of the vets in Walla Walla and one in Milton I finally came upon these kindhearted folks. They took her right in and The doctor came out to talk to me personally and they took her right back drew blood and started taking excellent care of her immediately. They kept me appraised of what was going on with her minute to minute. Very kind and compassionate group of professionals here I would absolutely recommend them to everyone Top tier 👍

posted: 11/16/2022