Riverchase Animal Hospital
4.6 (149) 1709 E Belt Line Rd, Coppell, TX 75019, USAHours:
Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at Riverchase Animal Hospital
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:
| 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.
Thinking of insuring your pet?
Get Quotes & CompareGetting 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
Very caring with animals and pet owners. I was difficult because my elder cat was doing poorly and right after a major move and starting a new career. My world was just in shambles getting the bad news about my beloved cat. I wanted to fight for her to get better and find some mistake or error. There was no errors on behalf of the staff. I did have to let my pet go as continuing on would have been cruel. I was overwhelmed with the compassion and care taken with the process of euthanizing and arrangements for after. I trust Dr. Dees to take great care of my remaining pets. One of my cats loves going and jumps in the carrier to go hang out with all his vet besties.
posted: 03/06/2023
Riverchase always takes good care of our dogs. I've heard good things about them for years, and when my new dog had an emergency, they responded quickly and provided quality care. We moved and began seeing a truly awful vet, so now I drive 30-60 minutes just to come see these folks. Through routine annuals and more serious problems, they've been the best.
posted: 01/06/2023
We came in for an allergy shot and they gave her a flu shot. They do not care about your pet. Really bad business and bad attitudes. I called and made an appointment with Jessica for an allergy shot only. My husband took my baby up there and before he could speak the lady came from the back , asked for my dogs name and took her to the back and gave her a FLU shot. Our appointment was for an allergy shot NOT A FLU VACCINE. So when I asked why was she giving a flu shot and not allergy shot the nurse or whatever she is responds with " I thought that's what you were here for. She needed her booster flu vaccine but we can still give her a allergy shot." And instead of owning up to there mistakes they tried to place the blame on me for missing an appointment that we had scheduled earlier in the month. "Like what? " They also tried to place the blame on Jessica saying she wrote it down wrong. I know that to be untrue because I've spoken to Jessica several times and she is the one who recommended the shot for my dog allergies. Long story short DO NOT TAKE YOUR PET TO THIS VET if you care for them BECAUSE THIS PLACE IS RECKLESS
posted: 01/17/2023
I have gone to Dr. Matt Morrison for many years. I trust his skills. He is also compassionate and funny. He explains things well. He has seen me through several Samoyeds and Pugs. His staff is excellent...very low turnover. When you call, they know you..and your pet. July 29, 2023. I had a wonderful, though sad, experience at Riverchase Animal Hospital. My sweet 13 year old Samoyed, Blitz, had to be euthanized, a horrible decision almost all of us have to make, in order to keep our pets from pain. For 20 years I have found Dr. Morrison to be extremely knowledgeable and with first rate veterinary skills. The compassion we experienced on that difficult day, through the entire staff and the techs touched us greatly. Though Dr. Morrison is retiring soon, I believe Riverchase is in excellent hands with Dr. Dees-Atkinson. She cared for Blitz the last couple of weeks of his life and even emailed me with assistance on her days off! Blitz loved to go to the vet as she patted him (a lot!). To finish the story, we received flowers from Riverchase the next day. I could not recommend a clinic more highly to those neighbors in Coppell.
posted: 08/15/2023
Ryan saved my dog's life! Everyone there is so caring and knowledgeable. Dr. Dee's is the best!
posted: 07/22/2023