Camino Pet Hospital
4.4 (138) 5408 Walnut Ave, Irvine, CA 92604, USAHours:
Monday: 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Thursday: 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Friday: 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at Camino Pet 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 | 11,756 |
| 4.9 | Embrace | 17,140 |
| 4.9 | Fetch | 18,308 |
| 4.2 | Figo | 2,602 |
| 4.7 | Hartville | 165 |
| 4.9 | Healthy Paws | 10,008 |
| 4.9 | Lemonade | 805 |
| 4.6 | ManyPets | 2,343 |
| 4.0 | MetLife | 652 |
| 4.8 | Nationwide | 21,407 |
| 4.3 | Pet Assure | 12 |
| 4.5 | PetPartners | 113 |
| 4.3 | Pets Best | 12,229 |
| 4.6 | Pumpkin | 1,473 |
| 4.6 | Spot | 7,024 |
| 4.9 | Trupanion | 73,550 |
| 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
AVOID AT ALL COSTS! I have never had such a bad vet visit. I brought in my cat, and the doctor treated me incredibly rudely. He was always very blunt. I came in because my cat had enlarged lymph nodes, and without any tests beyond a temperature read, the doctor told me that my cat probably had cancer. No mention of any other possible diagnoses. Not an ounce of empathy. They did a biopsy and blood tests afterwards, and luckily my cat doesn’t have cancer. When I came home, I realized that they had left an open wound on my cats neck that was still actively bleeding without any notice to me or any bandaging for my cat. I was terrified when I pet him and my hand came back covered in blood. I will never return and will advise everyone I know to stay away.
posted: 09/04/2023
Dr. Shoolman is the best, he is very knowledgeable and very kind. My fur baby was having back problems and he took me in right away when I didn’t have an appointment. He gave him some medicine and my baby is getting better❤️ The staff at Camino Pet hospital are very helpful and nice. Thank you so much for everything. I highly recommend Camino Pet Hospital ❤️
posted: 07/04/2023
Anita (My wife) showed me the article she found about Niq. When I read that he was taken to Camino Pet Hospital there was no doubt in my mind that Niq was going to be fine. They took care of our little miniature dachshund for almost 16 years. We consider Camino Pet Hospital staff as part of our family and always will. For us there will never be any other vet that will take care of our next miniature dachshund other than Camino Pet Hospital. Not sure when that will happen but it will eventually. 💝💝💝💝💝💝💝 Greg and Anita Chino, California
posted: 08/07/2023
Dr. Shoolman is the best. We have brought our dog here for over 10 years. Monica knows our dog by name even though there are hundreds of others. Highly recommend. Note, weekend mornings are busy. Be patient.
posted: 07/29/2023
I had to board my 5 cats for a period of 5 weeks while their new home was in escrow. The veterinarian and employees at Camino Pet Hospital took very good care of my fur babies until their new home was ready to move in.
posted: 08/31/2023
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