Nona's Ark Animal Hospital

4.5 (104)
9201 Narcoossee Rd #200, Orlando, FL 32827, USA

Hours:

Monday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM

Tuesday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM

Wednesday: Closed

Thursday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM

Friday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM

Saturday: Closed

Sunday: Closed

How to Save Money at Nona's Ark 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:

Top Pet Insurance Providers of 2024
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.

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Getting 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

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Jordan A

Highly recommend Nona's Ark! My dog loves it here. He used to whine and shake at every other veterinary center we've been to. When we come here he is calm, lays down and loves all the staff! Everyone here has been wonderful to both me and my dog. My dog recently developed a chronic illness and Dr. Norton has been wonderful in helping me to learn how to manage his needs. Dan is so kind and helpful every time I bug them with med refills and a million questions. I definitely recommend this family owned practice!

posted: 10/03/2024

Gloria Mercado

I have no word to express my gratitude. Excellent service, professional and explain well any concern. I move from state and Ark Nona didn’t have a problem helping my dog out with his prescribed food until he gets a Veterinary to continue his care.

posted: 07/22/2024

Joanne Cackett-Byrne

We adopted 2 kittens, one of our babies was really ill and we had to see the vet on a weekly basis. They were very compassionate and understanding and did everything they could to help her. All of the staff are fantastic with the fur babies. We were very happy there. We have since moved out of the area so we have to find a new vet.

posted: 04/02/2021

Cindy Myers

I am new to the Lake Nona area, and had only been here a week when my 12 year old dog became ill. Knowing it was time to do the compassionate thing and put him to sleep, I called Noah’s ark to see if they could help me. I cannot tell you how absolutely kind and compassionate the staff was during this difficult time. Malea the veterinary assistant was so kind and compassionate. Dr Norton was also amazing working both with my dog and me. Putting your pet to sleep after 12 years of companionship, loyalty and love is never easy, but the staff at Noah’s ark could not have been more kind and understanding.. thank you for tough job, well done.

posted: 03/12/2024

Michael Van Aman

I was new to the area and tried out Nona's Ark. I had a pleasant enough experience with my Labrador and had worked out a plan for future treatment. In the appointment, Dr. Norton said they needed additional information about the specific medication, which would take a couple of days. A week later, I emailed asking for an update, no response. I sent another email a few days later, and I am still waiting for a response. I know they check their email, too, as during initial coordination, that is where I sent previous vet records, which Dan received. That was almost two months ago, and I still haven’t received any response. What made it even worse was that in the appointment, we covered how, in the next appointment, I would need to get medication refilled, which was running low, so it was relatively time-sensitive. The ghosting caused me unnecessary extra work to get my previous vet to assist with getting a refill with a 3rd party near me as my patience with Nona's Ark was not rewarded. I am very disappointed with the unprofessional ghosting. I have had no problems with the nearby animal clinic since then… Two stars as they were nice for the one appointment we had.

posted: 04/07/2024