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Premier Paws

4.5 (8)

16935 W Bruce Rd, Lockport, IL 60441, USA

Best Pet Insurance in Lockport, Illinois 2025

Hours:

Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Saturday: Closed

Sunday: Closed

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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:

Top Pet Insurance Providers of 2025
Rating	Provider	Total Review
4.4	AKC	891
4.5	ASPCA	11,777
4.9	Embrace	17,271
4.9	Fetch	21,459
4.2	Figo	2,602
4.7	Hartville	165
4.9	Healthy Paws	10,011
4.9	Lemonade	805
4.6	ManyPets	2,344
4.0	MetLife	657
4.8	Nationwide	21,407
4.3	Pet Assure	12
4.5	PetPartners	113
4.3	Pets Best	12,248
4.6	Pumpkin	1,476
4.6	Spot	7,084
4.9	Trupanion	75,837
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.

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Reviews from Google

Leah Hurth

Just went there today after being referred to them because they have some of the lowest prices. My cat has been struggling with GI issues for MONTHS. She went to 3 different vets who all didn't know and couldn't confidently give me a good answer. Took her here today and met with the blonde lady doctor. I forgot her name but she was so professional, welcoming, and knowledgeable. We have an exploratory surgery set and although we don't 100% know what is going on, I was given the most confident answer with the best explanation I could get. I've met many vets who are hard to read and understand. But this vet truly cares and it is so heartwarming having someone who also cares about my cat like I do. The tech's name was T and they were super friendly, did a great job at asking questions and explaining things. Loved everything about this place. I am nervous but I am anticipating hearing what the vet finds during my girls surgery.

posted: 07/29/2024

Trish Tabor

I cannot say enough amazing things about this vet office and all of their staff! Their prices are more affordable than any vet that I’ve brought my three fur babies too. They take such good care of my dogs and they actually listen to my concerns and do what’s in the best interest of my dogs. They answer any and all questions, and they are so easy to get a hold of and their responses are quick. I’m so glad that they opened an office in Lockport and I will never go to any other vet office again. We’ve finally found our perfect vets!

posted: 06/26/2024

Marcela

I just recently got a puppy a few days ago and have been looking for a reliable vet and gave Premier Paws a try. This is my first ever puppy so I really wanted to find a vet I can trust. Today, me and my puppy visited Dr. Palafox. She didn’t seem interested during the visit at all and the visit itself was very rushed. As a new puppy owner, I had many questions. After asking questions, they felt so dismissive and unanswered. Of course puppies need vaccines, but it seemed like the main focus of this visit was the vaccines and that’s all. I felt as if the vet tech was more interested than the veterinarian herself. I’m a lost of words and so very confused because I left with many questions. My puppy received the rabies vaccine - a certificate was given. On my way home, I noticed on the certificate it stated my puppy was 70lbs, but he was actually about 18lbs. I called and explained; the front desk told me they’d fix it and email me a new copy. I received an empty email… with no document or anything attached. I then email back stating I received a blank email… can I please get my official certificate? I’m also confused as to why no paperwork etc was given? No new puppy information? No follow up? All I left with was a receipt and certificate. Unfortunately, I will not be coming back. So unprofessional and unorganized. I gave it a chance and I really wish it worked out but it didn’t.

posted: 07/24/2024