Village Animal Clinic
4.4 (194) 3515 W Calavar Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85053, USAHours:
Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at Village Animal 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 | 11,713 |
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
I am so happy with Dr Goldhammer's approach to treatment. Rather than have us do all the diagnostic tests up front and risk spending hundreds of dollars, she chooses to do things incrementally and starting with things I can modify through diet or over the counter medicine or supplements. My dog might be an exception because while she is definitely sick, she is not critical so I am sure that makes a difference but her common sense approach is so refreshing. She also makes all the follow up phone calls herself. She does not have the technician call. I love that I can ask questions and not have to wait for the tech to find the answers and call me back. I am very happy with the care we are receiving. The prices are very fair for the services received. She accepts United Pet Care but does not accept Care Credit. The staff are very nice. The office is clean. I would highly recommend Village Animal Clinic.
posted: 07/11/2024
We have taken our dog, Pluto, here for about 3 years and have greatly enjoyed the small-town vet feel, the knowledge of the staff and doctor, and the competitive pricing. I typically am able to get Pluto an appointment to be seen quickly and they are very communicative with results. Thank you all for treating my dog with such love!
posted: 11/26/2023
We love bringing our fur babies here! Our boys needed some extra special attention on a few serious matters that we feel we completely trust the staff at Village Animal Clinic with wholeheartedly. They listen to our needs and concerns and offer us the best options..The staff is caring, friendly and professional. Our boys have always had a great check up and a great recovery from their surgeries. We're so glad we found you guys! Thank you for taking such good care of Cyrus ❤️ and Nike ❤️ Nike is in pretty good shape for an old guy 😁 and both boys woukd make great subjects as walking billboards for your business! 😁
posted: 02/02/2024
Very disappointed with this clinic along with office staff. Monday May 9th our kitten Opal had a follow up appointment at 5 weeks old. We took her in previously at 2.5 weeks old and aside from a little eye infection that was treated and cleared up she was thriving by her last visit on the 9th. We had never taken care of a kitten this young before and the Dr assured us she was doing well and was healthy. She also administered her first shots at 5 weeks old. At the time I was not aware that Opal was far to young for any shots let alone the vaccines she received at this clinic. By Wed afternoon on the 11th she became lethargic and very ill. We sought help at an emergency clinic as this office was closed. At the ER clinic I was then informed that she was to young for any vaccinations, we did test her for worms again to make sure that was not the culprit. We started her on antibiotics, and fluids for her respiratory issues and her fight for life began. Sadly she could not recover from her vaccinations that she received on the 9th and passed away after 13 days of putting up a good fight and multiple visits to the ER clinic. I seriously recommend going to another clinic that sticks to the vaccine guidelines, as this clinic did not, and our family lost our fur baby. When I called to inform the office staff of her passing and the reasoning behind it, she told me that's not possible and was incredibly rude to me after just losing my baby I had been taking care of for the past 6 weeks around the clock. I provided photos for proof of health from one day to the next. She went from mid pounce to barely holding her head up. Do better.
posted: 05/26/2022
The doctor and staff are wonderful. Her surgery was a success and they treated both of us very well.
posted: 05/24/2024
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