Premier Paws
4.6 (354) 950 NE Frontage Rd, Joliet, IL 60431, USAHours:
Monday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at Premier Paws
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
My cat, Toothless, was diagnosed with jaundice. The vets were very accommodating, kind, and supportive. My sweet boy lost his month long battle in the end, but I never felt like the vets didn’t put their all into trying to help him and me as well. I’m so grateful for all they did. The euthanasia process was as pleasant and peaceful as it could’ve been as well. Below are pictures of Toothless from before he got sick. Fly high toothless❤️
posted: 10/24/2024
Could not be happier with this veterinary office. The vets are so kind and knowledgeable. They really take their time and listen to all concerns as well as answers as many questions that I may have. My dogs are like my babies and it’s refreshing to find a vets office that understands that and treats your fur babies with the most compassionate care. Also, most affordable vet office around!
posted: 07/15/2024
Today we had to put or beloved dog Red down we had him for over 12 yrs. All the staff was so wonderful to our pet and us at this facility. Thank you all for your kindness and patience
posted: 10/01/2024
Took care of my friends senior cat named Callie with rejecting looking at her without get an updated rabies shot. The vet knows the dangers of that shot at a senior age. Very sweet lady. They did a blood test and gave her antibiotics and she was good as new in a week.
posted: 09/21/2024
Not the type to post bad reviews, however, common sense did not prevail when trying to reason with them. I paid them to certify my dog to fly and they missed a document, a certificate of health, which got us booted off our flight. A second trip to another vet and another $60 took care of it. I admit I did not ask for the cert, the airline’s website had it buried, but the airline and the second vet I went to both agreed they should have known what to do as they are the “experts”. Their counter argument was they signed every paper I brought them, which they did, but that’s not what I was paying them to do. I wasn’t paying them to sign paper, I was paying them to certify my dog to fly, which they did not. After ten minutes of talking in circles with their manager, they disagreed on a refund. They charged for a service they did not provide and then argued about it. Lousy business practice. Any place that will fight with you over $60 isn’t worth it anyways.
posted: 07/09/2024
Veterinarians in Joliet, Illinois
Banfield Pet Hospital
2775 Plainfield Rd, Joliet, IL 60435, USA(815) 609-7091
Essington Road Animal Hospital
1914 Essington Rd, Joliet, IL 60435, USA(815) 439-2323
Premier Paws
950 NE Frontage Rd, Joliet, IL 60431, USA(815) 729-1555
Premier Paws of Timberline
950 NE Frontage Rd, Joliet, IL 60431, USA(815) 729-1555
SNIP Society
2201 Glenwood Ave #401, Joliet, IL 60435, USA(815) 630-4411
Timberline Animal Hospital
950 NE Frontage Rd, Joliet, IL 60431, USA(815) 729-1555
VCA Joliet Animal Hospital
220 N Hammes Ave, Joliet, IL 60435, USA(815) 729-0770