Cedar River Animal Hospital

4.4 (280)
4501 NE 4th St B, Renton, WA 98059, USA

Hours:

Monday: 8:30 AM – 6:00 PM

Tuesday: 8:30 AM – 6:00 PM

Wednesday: 8:30 AM – 6:00 PM

Thursday: 8:30 AM – 6:00 PM

Friday: 8:30 AM – 6:00 PM

Saturday: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Sunday: Closed

How to Save Money at Cedar River 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:

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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Renee Onah

My first visit was with Dr. Aluas for my senior GSP. He was so kind and patient explaining what to expect and options for his best senior years. Dr. Aluas even went the extra mile to find the cheapest place to buy asthma medication for my dog's last year. Then, I started the journey with a puppy and a rescue from Mexico. All the vets and staff have been so lovely! They are all kind, patient, willing to explain, and offer helpful advice. I wouldn't go anywhere else for my babies.

posted: 04/16/2023

Tiffany Scott

I am truly so pleased with the care my pets have received during their lives here. I trust the team & that they will be honest and do everything they can to help my pets and a bonus, not as expensive as a lot of other places. Most recently I brought my dog Bailey in. He was so sick. He wasn’t eating, he was lethargic, vomiting, weak, I had to hold his back legs up when he went potty because he couldn’t anymore. It all happened so fast. I brought him to Sumner ER Vet and man was I sorry to cheat on Cedar River. We sat in the waiting room for 5 or 6 hours with no help until I gave up and wanted to come to Cedar River. It was farther but the staff in Sumner were not taking his condition seriously and I could not bring him to another place like that, I needed somewhere I trusted, Cedar River. I did and they took him right back. It truly was my worst fear of him being that sick. We could keep him alive but I knew as soon as it was explained to me what kind of life he would live, he didn’t deserve that. I would drop any amount of money to save my boy. But not under those circumstances. What truly meant a lot to me was how I was not judged for my decision. It was said before I even gave my thoughts that no matter what you decide, I will not judge you and will stand by you. That meant the world. I knew my decision hearing about everything but just being comforted in that, meant so much to be in that moment. I would have LOVED to keep my baby here but he deserves better. So thank you Cedar River. I’m so sorry for cheating on you, it was wrong and it will never happen again. I appreciate you and your staff more than you will ever know. Rest in Peace my sweet baby boy. I love you and miss you more than you’ll ever know. Always and forever 🫶🏻

posted: 06/15/2023

Jessica Coleman

Cedar River Animal Hospital is where I take my two cats. They are very kind and understanding with you and the animals. The prices are affordable. They do a great job with your pets. I've never had any trouble out of this place. Great place to take your animals especially if you are on a budget.

posted: 07/26/2023

Logan Hendricks

Highly recommend. Just visited to see if Cedar River would be a good clinic to switch over from one we have been associated with for over 6 years. The staff was extremely professional and polite. Our pup has anxiety in new places and the techs and veterinarian treated him with patience and care. They were upfront with all options and information and respected our choices. We will definitely be going here for all future medical needs and care for our husky-mix.

posted: 04/10/2023

Mirza Avdic

I highly recommend Cedar River Animal Hospital, so does my Dog and Cat, 5 out of 5 barks and meows. The front desk is always pleased and kind, the technician take care of your pet as their own and the doctors are beyond amazing and the care both my cat and dog received was great. Thank you so much!

posted: 07/15/2023