Payment Options Offered at Lombard Veterinary Hospital
We know how much your pet means to you, and how difficult it can be when financial concerns impact their care. At Lombard Veterinary Hospital, we never want cost to be the reason a pet goes without the care they need.
You're not alone, and you have options.
From routine visits to more advanced treatments, we're committed to working with you to find solutions that fit your situation. We strive to provide clarity, flexibility, and support every step of the way.
Clients are required to pay in full for all services received on the day they are provided, or upon discharge for inpatient procedures. To help make this more manageable, we encourage you to explore available options such as payment plans, pet insurance, and alternative solutions. We're here to help make your pet's care as accessible as possible.
Payment Options
Payments may be made by cash, check, VISA, MasterCard, Discover, or American Express.
Other payment options that we accept are:
Cherry
We offer flexible financing options through Cherry, helping make recommended care more accessible. Cherry provides fast, simple payment plans with true 0% APR options and low-interest plans available over extended terms. Unlike traditional financing, Cherry does not require hard credit checks, which may lead to higher approval rates and allow clients to apply with confidence. Cherry can also be combined with other forms of payment, making it especially helpful for surgical or advanced treatment plans.
With Cherry, clients benefit from:
- No hard credit checks
- Quick, easy application process
- True 0% APR options
- Interest-bearing plans with APRs as low as 5.99%
- Approvals up to $20,000
- No hidden fees
CareCredit
We accept CareCredit, a health and wellness credit card designed to help families manage the cost of veterinary care with flexible financing options. CareCredit allows you to pay over time for a wide range of services, including routine wellness visits, preventive care, diagnostics, dental procedures, emergency treatment, and surgery. CareCredit offers special financing options, low monthly payment plans, no up-front costs, and no prepayment penalties, making it easier to plan for both expected and unexpected veterinary expenses. Applying is simple and convenient. You may apply online or by phone. CareCredit also offers a contactless payment option for added convenience.
Scratchpay
Unlike a credit card, Scratchpay offers one-time installment loans. You can apply online or over the phone, often getting results instantly with just a soft credit check. Loan amounts range from about $35 to $10,000, and repayment is made through predictable monthly payments over 12 to 36 months.
Pet Insurance Options
Pet insurance can help ensure that financial concerns do not stand in the way of your pet receiving recommended care. At Lombard Veterinary Hospital, we encourage families to consider coverage to support both preventive and unexpected medical needs. With the right policy, pet owners may feel more confident moving forward with diagnostics and treatment options when they are needed most. To learn more about coverage options, you may obtain quotes and enroll through providers such as Trupanion or visit the PawlicyAdvisor website, an AAHA Preferred Business Provider, for general information and insurance resources.