North Central Animal Hospital
4.6 (613) 20 W Dunlap Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85021, USAHours:
Monday: 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Tuesday: 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Wednesday: 7:30 AM – 1:00 PM
Thursday: 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Friday: 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday: 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at North Central Animal Hospital
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 | 11,713 |
4.9 | Embrace | 16,627 |
4.9 | Fetch | 10,616 |
4.2 | Figo | 2,598 |
4.7 | Hartville | 164 |
4.9 | Healthy Paws | 9,975 |
4.9 | Lemonade | 805 |
4.6 | ManyPets | 2,332 |
4.0 | MetLife | 625 |
4.8 | Nationwide | 21,404 |
4.3 | Pet Assure | 12 |
4.5 | PetPartners | 112 |
4.3 | Pets Best | 12,053 |
4.6 | Pumpkin | 1,425 |
4.6 | Spot | 6,829 |
4.9 | Trupanion | 67,550 |
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
This was my first visit here with my Boston terrier, Ivan. The facility was clean and they were ready for us before we even got there! Everyone was so kind, reassuring and informative- especially Megan, Lindsay, and Dr. Thomas! We have definitely found our new home vet!
posted: 08/26/2023
There are a lot of positive reviews about this vet's office so statistically someone found to have a bad experience. I don't think I would say mine was horrible but I'm not going back. We rescued a wild pigeon whose wing was broken, we of course did not know it was broken but it was drooping down in the middle of summer so we figured he or she was heat exhausted brought her inside waited a few weeks till she seemed to have more energy but my wife wanted to make sure she was okay with the vet. Our usual vet doesn't see birds so she recommended North Central. If they did anything other than an office visit we had to pay up front. The first time we went we weren't even allowed inside like it was COVID times. Before this gets too long I'll just sum it up,$1,500 later we have a wild pigeon as a pet. And that's okay if that's what we have to do to save its life but we never once saw or met the vet, most of the staff, either has severe RBF which is what I choose to assume instead of assuming they are just the B part of RBF. There were a couple staff that were polar opposite and were pretty good, however based off just my wife and i's experience the ones that were good good try to find a happier place to work. I don't believe it's a bad vet office, we are just spoiled by our usual vet office I suppose. (Update 9-19-23:; To the vets office, we are not fired from your services, we quit.)
posted: 10/18/2023
Everyone was friendly and kind- the place is clean and tidy, making me feel safe my pet will not pick up any issues while there. We will be returning. MW
posted: 10/13/2023
Appointment went great. All of the staff took their time in caring for my puppy. Treatments and options were discussed in depth. Everyone from the front office staff, to the vet tech, and the vet all treated me and my puppy with kindness and respect. I highly recommend North Central for your veterinary needs.
posted: 06/28/2023
I didnt feel as though they cared about my pet, they were only in it for the money. I had to wait 1-2 hours before the vet would see us. They made it incredibly difficult to get prescriptions filled out. I tried multiple online stores but the vet would not approve them and they had to be approved verbally not through email. Refused to send my prescription to Costco. I finally broke down crying on the phone with them because I was so frustrated and felt helpless. I am no longer taking my dog there.
posted: 09/19/2023
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