The Village Veterinarian
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How to Save on Veterinary Costs at The Village Veterinarian
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 The Village Veterinarian? 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 | 12,227 |
| 4.9 | Embrace | 19,970 |
| 4.9 | Fetch | 5,909 |
| 4.1 | Figo | 2,868 |
| 4.4 | Hartville | 183 |
| 4.9 | Healthy Paws | 11,371 |
| 4.8 | Lemonade | 833 |
| 4.6 | ManyPets | 2,416 |
| 4.7 | MetLife | 11,221 |
| 4.8 | Nationwide | 25,693 |
| 3.9 | Pet Assure | 15 |
| 4.3 | PetPartners | 121 |
| 4.9 | Pets Best | 15,328 |
| 4.8 | Prudent Pet | 2,865 |
| 4.7 | Pumpkin | 3,539 |
| 4.6 | Spot | 11,570 |
| 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
49 reviews
Dr. Fehr, Jessica, and all vet techs were knowledgeable, helpful, and kind to my fur baby, Ziggy when he was very sick with GI issues. They were able to get me in quickly, test, diagnose, and treat Ziggy! So happy to have found a great vet clinic in Chelan!
Jun 27, 2023
I left a one star review because of my last visit, however the fact that i had an actual vet emergency this morning and was yelled at on the phone by the assistant and the vet was extremely unprofessional. I asked them to discuss this at a later time and that I am trying to figure out what to do with my animal. It’s the life of my animal and they seem to not be concerned. They insulted me, they had zero concern for my animal and they were extremely passive aggressive. When I asked them not to be passive aggressive she says and I quote “oh there’s no passive aggressive here, it’s open aggression.” The lack of regard to my animal is disgusting and I’m appalled.
Mar 10, 2023
Just a great vet - they've always provided excellent care for our cat. Like many vets in the valley, they have a waiting list, so book your appointment.
Jul 21, 2023
As a completely overbearing/helicopter LA dog mom to my 2 year old chocolate lab, I had an amazing experience with Village Vet and Dr. Barbara Fehr! We are visiting our family in Lake Chelan from LA and my dog who has chronic health conditions had a flare up of one of them here - which we usually only trust our vet at home with. After mulling over which vet to go to here (as there aren't too many reviews on any) - I called mid morning on a busy summer Friday and they were able to fit us in same day - which is huge! They told us to be prepared to wait an hour and we literally only waited 20-30 min. Ashley, the front desk associate, was sooo incredibly kind, patient, and helpful with my multiple calls and questions. The vet techs were all so nice and attentive as well. Dr. Fehr came out and personally spoke with us at the end of the appointment - which actually our vets in LA don't even do right now and we appreciated that personal touch so much. The procedure my dog had is usually pretty traumatic on him and he had a quick and easy experience here. He also got a rattlesnake vaccine. I never leave Google reviews but as I heavily rely on reviews when I'm out of town and need a service - I definitely thought Village Vet was worthy of a 5 star review for anyone who's out of town and in need of a vet!! Highly recommend! We now have a trusty vet for anytime we're in town. Thank you guys again!!
Jul 17, 2020