Blue Ridge Pet Clinic
4.7 (560) 712 W White Mountain Blvd, Pinetop-Lakeside, AZ 85929, USAHours:
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: 7:30 AM – 1:00 PM
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at Blue Ridge Pet Clinic
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:
| Rating | Provider | Total Review |
|---|---|---|
| 4.4 | AKC | 891 |
| 4.5 | ASPCA | 11,714 |
| 4.9 | Embrace | 16,675 |
| 4.9 | Fetch | 11,124 |
| 4.2 | Figo | 2,598 |
| 4.7 | Hartville | 164 |
| 4.9 | Healthy Paws | 9,976 |
| 4.9 | Lemonade | 805 |
| 4.6 | ManyPets | 2,335 |
| 4.0 | MetLife | 626 |
| 4.8 | Nationwide | 21,404 |
| 4.3 | Pet Assure | 12 |
| 4.5 | PetPartners | 112 |
| 4.3 | Pets Best | 12,058 |
| 4.6 | Pumpkin | 1,425 |
| 4.6 | Spot | 6,848 |
| 4.9 | Trupanion | 67,964 |
| 4.8 | Prudent Pet | 125 |
Or, you can simply get a fast quote from multiple providers and go from there.
Thinking of insuring your pet?
Get Quotes & CompareGetting 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
New to area, searching for veterinarian for my injured cat. My phone call was answered quickly by a friendly and helpful receptionist. She informed me how to use their ER service and that cost ($200). I felt it was urgent but not an emergency, so I settled for their next available appointment, which was reasonable in time and cost (under $100). She even followed up with if something opened up sooner, she would let me know. This professional and customer friendly service is more in alignment with the type of veterinary service I am used to. Awesome first impressions! Arrived for our appointment a little early, and the staff was all friendly and cheerful. The Veterinarian was professional, knowledgeable, and explained the condition and procedure well. I was shown the price sheet of the total costs. Cassie and the other ladies at the front desk were very helpful with answering additional questions i had about pet food the sell. I am veryy happy with our experience! Will return and recommend.
posted: 11/15/2023
They have been so amazing. We live in far west phoenix and we drive all the way up the mountain just for them to take care of our dogs. There affordable and they really do care about your pet. Definitely try them out you won't be disappointed.
posted: 02/28/2024
This has been a wonderful place for me to take my animal for regular visits as well as in an emergency. They have worked with me on plans and treatments I can afford while still giving fantastic care to my dog. They're always gentle and kind and extremely helpful. The facility is always clean and welcoming. I love this place even more since the new vet has come in. It's a wonderful vet for the white mountains that I'd wholeheartedly trust with my dog or any other pet.
posted: 02/12/2024
I usually don’t leave reviews, but my GSD was injured badly and brought him here and what can I say this place was amazing. They were able to see him right away and fix him up and onto recovery. The staff all around was welcoming made my Dog feel welcomed and made us feel welcomed as well. I highly recommend this place for all pet owners. Thank you again Blue Ridge for all your help.
posted: 03/06/2024
I’m a vet tech of 10 years. And unfortunately my parents brought my childhood dog here for medical help. Despite my advice to bring the pet down to the valley for ICU care, BOTH DVMs advised my dad this wasn’t a big concern. My childhood pet died 2 days later due to BOTH doctors negligence. We are currently in the process of seeking out a medical malpractice lawsuit and reporting both doctors and the clinic to the Arizona state board. Not only did they handle this case negligently but after when I spoke to Dr. Burke about how their mishandling led to Bruce’s death, she literally said “are you done” after I explained everything to her. Absolutely no sympathy or care. And not only that, but they are illegally changing medical documents in order to show that they have some kind of knowledge as to what was going on. Please do not bring your pet here. Ooooo and Dr. Burke promised to compensate one of the visits since it was agreed that he shouldn’t be there and the veterinarian should’ve recommended ER. A week later I had to call and check on the refund…. They “forgot” to issue it. Seriously DO NOT go here if you value your pets life.
posted: 04/15/2024