Hill-Dale Veterinary Care

4.8 (277)
536 Berkley Blvd, Baraboo, WI 53913, USA

Hours:

Monday: 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM

Tuesday: 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM

Wednesday: 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM

Thursday: 7:30 AM – 8:00 PM

Friday: 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM

Saturday: Closed

Sunday: Closed

How to Save Money at Hill-Dale Veterinary Care

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 11,414
4.9 Embrace 14,242
4.9 Fetch 2,055
4.4 Figo 2,580
4.7 Hartville 164
4.9 Healthy Paws 7,477
4.9 Lemonade 783
3.2 ManyPets 2,156
4.6 MetLife 493
4.8 Nationwide 21,393
4.3 Pet Assure 12
4.7 PetPartners 110
4.5 Pets Best 7,196
4.3 Pumpkin 1,163
4.7 Spot 5,275
4.9 Trupanion 60,301
4.8 Prudent Pet 125

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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Cindy Kleier

I was able to get same day to have a health check on a new kitten. She had a watery matted eye and wanted to make sure it wasn't serious or contagious. I would recommend coming here, easy and convenient.

posted: 08/09/2023

Sarah Snell

My golden retrievers and I love all the staff at Hilldale! We see Dr. Michael, he is fantastic! Very knowledgeable, trustworthy and great with our golden girls! Highly recommended!

posted: 07/15/2023

Crystal Golla

50/50 chance they will provide care and compassion. They were great until they were not and my dog paid the price. He is better now🐾. We care alot for our furry baby and needed good partnership and compassion to provide the best care for emergencies. I do thank this clinic for the initial help at the beginning.

posted: 05/30/2023

Allexus Unger

I’ve only gone once so far for updating shots on my dog and cat, and I can already tell I’m comfortable with this being my new vet. They don’t rush into things they take the time to make sure your animal is comfortable before they go poking around which helps make it not such a traumatic experience for my animals and that’s all I care about. I felt that me and my animals were in good hands. I appreciate the staff for being there and being pleasant and making my experience a great one, I hope the staff is well taken care of! Thank you all who helped me. The only thing I would change is being able to check out and pay in the room instead of at the front desk

posted: 03/29/2023

Catferd Coin

Best vet care around, hands down! I first picked Hill-Dale because I saw they are AAHA certified. This is important to me because it means they have extremely high standards they have to meet. I know my pets are safe at Hill-Dale! Also, they don’t just do vaccines, but if my pet get sick, they can do bloodwork, x-rays, an ultrasound or even surgery there. If I have an emergency, they ALWAYS work me into the schedule, no matter how full they are. The staff is awesome, friendly, super knowledgeable and understand that my pets are family members. We are Hill-Dale clients for life!

posted: 07/02/2023