Olson Animal Hospital
How to Save on Veterinary Costs at Olson Animal Hospital
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 Olson Animal Hospital? 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 | 12,235 |
| 4.9 | Embrace | 19,981 |
| 4.9 | Fetch | 5,931 |
| 4.1 | Figo | 2,868 |
| 4.4 | Hartville | 183 |
| 4.9 | Healthy Paws | 11,381 |
| 4.8 | Lemonade | 833 |
| 4.6 | ManyPets | 2,416 |
| 4.7 | MetLife | 11,330 |
| 4.8 | Nationwide | 25,728 |
| 3.9 | Pet Assure | 15 |
| 4.3 | PetPartners | 121 |
| 4.9 | Pets Best | 15,364 |
| 4.8 | Prudent Pet | 2,870 |
| 4.7 | Pumpkin | 3,558 |
| 4.6 | Spot | 11,609 |
| 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
I used to think Olson and his staff were great. I have taken my past 2 dogs to him. One was my English Bulldog "Charlie," who passed away at 5 due to heart issues that was never detected by him. My last dog, 3 1/2 year old St. Bernard, "Molly," I took her to him on June 12, 2025 for having a seizure. They didn't do an exam other than weigh her, prescribed her medicine for seizures..I told him she kept peeing on herself and I thought she may have a UTI. I also asked if they could do blood work. I was told just by him LOOKING at her that she didn't have a UTI and they didn't need to do blood work. I brought my dog home and started her on the medicine. She became very lethargic, I called back everyday to see if I could bring her in and have her checked for a UTI and get blood work because she was still having peeing issues and the medicine was making her to the point that I couldn't get her to stay awake. I was told that was normal. Before I got smart enough to take her to another vet, I called and asked can I bring her in, she was vomiting and not peeing normal and the medicine was making her to where she can't hold her head up, can I bring her in for labs to see if the dose is too high and get her checked for UTI? The vet tech, the older one there, told me she didn't need to be seen and he knew as much as Dr. Olson because he has worked there 30 years and to give her the medicine or she would convulse and die and she was too young for labs, she's only 3 1/2. I took her to another vet that day, they did a urine test, she had a severe UTI. They did labs and her creatinine,🎽bun, and red blood count was deathly out of range. My dog had a UTI that was severe enough to cause seizures. And I was told she was in AKI kidney failure. They asked why didn't her vet do a urinalysis and blood work? I told them I begged Olson's to do those tests. Within 10 days of seeing Olson, my dog went from being up and walking to needing a blood transfusion, 10 days of IV therapy and antibiotics. By this time her condition had not been properly treated so she was looking at a slim chance to live. I took her on to Ohio State Vet Hospital, where they kept her, did test, and tried to help her kidneys function. She passed away July 5, 2025 after $16,000 in vet bills of trying to save her and was told if they would have treated her with even oral antibiotics when I first had taken her in, that would have caught it early enough to have saved her. I have medical records, and documents to prove all of this. I have every right to sue this vet. But, it has taken me this long to even talk about it. I can't even stand to look at his office when I pass there. I'm in therapy for trauma and thinking I should have known better than to trust him, but that is where he should have been the professional and she was a patient. That guy ruined my life and took more from me than he'll ever imagine. My dog was my life. And I trusted him with her life and now she is dead. If you ever have to choose a vet for your animal, I suggest one that listens, actually does testing (labs) and cares.
Aug 30, 2025
I have been taking my dogs to Dr.Olsen for 2 years now. He is absolutely the best! My dog Toby loves the vet tech Rob and always acts like he is anxious to see him and Dr.Olsen. I honestly feel as though my other fur kid would have lived much longer if I hadn't been taking her to Dr. Ayers. It breaks my heart the difference in the treatment of the diabetes from Ayers Animal Hospital versus Olsens Animal Hospital. Abby was put through needle sticks DAILY. Her insulin was drastically changed per Dr.Ayers orders with each stick!Toby is being treated for diabetes, cushings disease, and is totally blind. And he is still doing well. After Toby went to get a tooth fixed and left in severe pain and scared to death AND did not see Dr.Ayers as promised, Toby was terrified to go back. And I can thank God that I found out about Dr. Olsen care. Toby actually loves him and Rob as well as Larry! They are the best!! Very kind as well. They definitely go that extra mile and show the live they have for their jobs and animals. They treat the patients just like they were their own! I'm very thankful and blessed to have Dr.Olsen take care of my fur babies!!
Jul 2, 2024
Best vet in the Huntington area hands down. Used Dr. Olson for 20+yrs now. Sends appt reminders for your pets, condolence cards when you lose a pet, and he’s just a really nice down to earth guy. Plus all his staff are just as helpful and supportive.
Aug 8, 2024
Dr. Olson and his staff are wonderful at caring for animals. Very compassionate and reasonably priced. My animals are always cared for in the best way.
Mar 20, 2024
They would not send a bill, or allow me to put a card on file for automatic payment. Even though I could provide proof of income. This is supposed to be for emergency situations. My pet died! They did offer several resources to apply for help paying for vet services. Although none of those worked out.
Jul 5, 2023