Koolau Animal Hospital

4.8 (46)
45-1123 Kamehameha Hwy, Kaneohe, HI 96744, USA

Hours:

Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Thursday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Friday: Closed

Saturday: 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Sunday: Closed

How to Save Money at Koolau 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 2025
Rating Provider Total Review
4.4 AKC 891
4.5 ASPCA 11,785
4.9 Embrace 17,324
4.9 Fetch 22,769
4.2 Figo 2,605
4.7 Hartville 165
4.9 Healthy Paws 10,012
4.9 Lemonade 805
4.6 ManyPets 2,346
4.0 MetLife 659
4.8 Nationwide 21,407
4.3 Pet Assure 12
4.5 PetPartners 113
4.3 Pets Best 12,259
4.6 Pumpkin 1,477
4.6 Spot 7,090
4.9 Trupanion 76,782
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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Rosemary Guenther

Dr. Iwashita and the team here have been caring for my two dogs for 9 years. I made the switch from VCA Animal hospital and couldn’t be happier with the switch. This team really cares for the pets and always provided me with care options and asked which option I’m comfortable with. They are easy to get a hold of and always very responsive.

posted: 07/20/2023

Dee Takeno

LOVE Koolau Animal Hospital!!!! Everyone there is so friendly and their love for animals shines through!!! Dr Kayla is so gentle and so proactive . . She makes sure our dog gets what she needs!!! What I absolutely LOVE about Koolau is that they’re honest . . They don’t try to sell you stuff you don’t need or do unnecessary procedures and tests!!! I’m so glad I switched to Koolau!!! Best decision ever!!!

posted: 04/22/2023

Gary Shizuma

One morning of our dogs(Kiko) got up and was very weak and couldn't hardly walk (stumbling around). We called Koolau Animal Hospital and was able to bring her into get an exam. Sterling Iwashita DVM diagnosed her to have something very similar to vertigo and recommended a prescription for her. He asked us to follow up with him (phone call) in 2 days on a progress report and again in 3 days and assured us if we need to bring her back in on Saturday to not hesitate. It's been seven days now since the vertigo issue and our pet has shown no sign of her illness. The people at Koolau Animal Hospital are very caring and sensitive to our pets needs and would recommend them to anybody.

posted: 07/18/2023

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Such an amazing experience here at Koolau Animal Hospital. Dr. Asato is so knowledgeable and helpful and always makes you feel so comfortable. The staff is always friendly and welcoming and they take such good care of our three dogs. Thank you Koolau Animal Hospital. You guys are the best.

posted: 01/14/2023

Dahni Gonzales

Thank you Ko’olau animal hospital for always going above and beyond for our pup! We have been coming for almost two years and they have been nothing but amazing to not only us but our dog as well. Dr. Asato is amazing and very knowledgeable, and everyone else in the clinic is super friendly and treats our dog as if he was their own! That is something I will always cherish!

posted: 08/23/2022