Vinton-Urbana Veterinary Hospital

"The vet and the vet technician were really nice and answered all of my questions."

"Great staff, friendly and kind to our animals"

"I took my goldens here for veterinary care (because it was close to home) and I was referred to come here for veterinary care. However, it is very, very, VERY expensive. It cost a arm and leg for basic shots, nail trims, plus in office visit, and they add on more to the bill and don't listen. They pressure you to do what they want you to do (not with what you want to do). I took my new golden retriever puppy here when he ingested a baby bel cheese wax and had to have emergency surgery last summer. Doctor Timmerman wanted 400$ upfront or she wouldn't do the surgery. My golden (now 1 year old) stopped eating and drinking water on Cinco de mayo (this past May of this year) and had the SAME exploratory surgery at Monticello Veterinary Clinic and they took him back right away. They didn't charge me or ask me for a hefty amount of money upfront before they could the surgery. They charged me AFTER he was out of surgery of a flat 400$!!! NOT one thousand and thirty four dollars as Vinton - Urbana Hospital did. I felt like Vinton - Urbana hospital cared more about the $$ and not helping my distressed puppy. Doctor Timmerman asks for 50-60$ for in office visit (Monticello Veterinary Clinic only charges 25$ for in office visit). Vinton - Urbana hospital doesn't accept checks, just cash, credit cards, and credit care only. The staff are friendly, but it's NOT worth it for the prices she charges. I took my business elsewhere and now take my 1 year old golden to the Monticello Veterinary Clinic (where it's more affordable and doesn't break the bank). They also accept checks for payment as well as cash and credit cards. That's a huge plus for me. It saves me thousands of money too!! Monticello Veterinary Clinic is totally worth it and worth the drive."

"Another person I know had an issue here however, I contacted them about my Husky. I was first sent someone else's estimate. It took 3 calls and a week to get the proper estimate, which was twice everyone else"

"The people at this place go out of their way to make you, and most importantly your beloved pet, as comfortable as possible. My Luna is a rescue, and very distrustful of people she doesnt know. The Vets and their Techs are very tuned into your babies body language. I have used their services twice since moving back to IA from SC. They are the best in the area in my opinion!"