City Dog Vet

4.7 (70 reviews)
1004 E Washington Ave, Madison, WI 53703, 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 on Veterinary Costs at City Dog Vet

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 City Dog Vet? 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 150,000 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.

Top Pet Insurance Providers of 2026
Rating Provider Total Review
4.7 Adoro 11
4.5 AKC 1,798
4.4 ASPCA 12,175
4.9 Embrace 19,903
4.9 Fetch 5,674
4.1 Figo 2,852
4.4 Hartville 182
4.9 Healthy Paws 11,244
4.8 Lemonade 831
4.6 ManyPets 2,414
4.7 MetLife 10,283
4.8 Nationwide 25,399
3.9 Pet Assure 15
4.3 PetPartners 121
4.9 Pets Best 15,110
4.8 Prudent Pet 2,802
4.7 Pumpkin 3,372
4.6 Spot 11,323
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

4.7

70 reviews

City dog vet has been by far, the best vet I’ve seen in Madison. Both Dr. Stevens and Dr. Roberts are compassionate, knowledgeable and so helpful. They’re thorough, welcoming and all around spectacular. Additionally, they make themselves available for a phone call if I have questions or need follow up care that doesn’t warrant a second visit. Their staff follows up after every appointment to see how your pet is doing, and my pup has never been in better hands. Additionally, I find their recommendations to be honest and helpful, not at all like a money grab. If I ask about the necessity of something, I get an honest answer and recommendation. I moved out of state and was so sad to leave this vet, but Dr. Stevens was kind enough to refer me to a new vet he recommends to get established. I recommend City Dog Vet to all of my fellow pet owners!!

Sep 9, 2025

I truly have nothing but great things to say about city dog vet and Dr. Stevens. I recently moved to Colorado and have been having a hard time finding a new vet that will replace the level of care and concern that I felt city dog had for my dog Nora. From basic visits to Nora receiving a skin cancer diagnosis, they were always so amazing at calming both my dogs and my own fears and anxieties and talked me through any question I had (and I had a lot)! Would recommend City Dog to anyone and everyone!

Feb 1, 2024

Dr. Andy and the staff are great! They are attentive and professional and care deeply about their patients. Great location downtown, but parking can be a little hard to find. They have a couple of spots available in the parking garage but they weren't well marked the last time I was there. I haven't used their grooming service but the pups coming out of the grooming area look happy, relaxed, and adorable! (Photo of a sweet old guy modeling his City Dog bandana.)

Jul 21, 2023

A truly wonderful experience with the entire staff at City Dog Vet. Our pup loves vet visits. From Tami at the desk, to Taylor, Mollie, and Dr. Stevens - we know we are in great hands. The assistants, vet techs, and Dr. Stevens sit patiently with us while we ask all the questions as first-time puppy parents. I recommend City Dog Vet to anyone looking for quality care in Madison.

Nov 18, 2022

Dr. Andy is wonderful. Listens and communicates well. Kind and gentle manner with dogs. And the groomer? Also wonderful. Patient, gentle, let me stay with my anxious pu during our visit.

May 13, 2025