Paula Ann Ruel
4.8 (28) 162 Forest St, Franklin, MA 02038, USAHours:
How to Save Money at Paula Ann Ruel
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 | 11,716 |
| 4.9 | Embrace | 16,691 |
| 4.9 | Fetch | 11,377 |
| 4.2 | Figo | 2,598 |
| 4.7 | Hartville | 164 |
| 4.9 | Healthy Paws | 9,976 |
| 4.9 | Lemonade | 805 |
| 4.6 | ManyPets | 2,335 |
| 4.0 | MetLife | 626 |
| 4.8 | Nationwide | 21,404 |
| 4.3 | Pet Assure | 12 |
| 4.5 | PetPartners | 112 |
| 4.3 | Pets Best | 12,061 |
| 4.6 | Pumpkin | 1,425 |
| 4.6 | Spot | 6,854 |
| 4.9 | Trupanion | 68,170 |
| 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
This is the second time we've used Dr. Ruel, she is amazing and knows how to keep the atmosphere calm with end of life appointments. Thank you so much!
posted: 07/05/2024
Dr Paula is amazing! I gave her a call and she was able to accommodate us quickly. Our boy had aggressive cancer and was suffering. She is so compassionate, we have never been through the process before and she guided us through. Our fur baby took to her right away and went so peacefully with her gentle kindness. We will forever be grateful for her soft kind manner through the most heartbreaking moment of our family. I highly recommend Dr Paula ♥️
posted: 04/27/2021
Dr Paula is fantastic she is caring and compassionate, we had to put our 17 year old dog down. This was heartbreaking, she took her time walked us thru everything. She came right to my house so my baby would be more comfortable. She took care of everything, guided us thru the next steps. My baby transitioned while I held her in my arms and went to sleep knowing her mommy was was with her. I could not have asked for a more caring person to help my baby transition to the rainbow bridge. The kicker is she was not even my vet. When I called my vet on a Friday they said you can bring her now or wait for Monday. There was no compassion at alll. My niece recommend Dr Paula and I am glad she did..
posted: 03/03/2021
Dr. Ruel is the most compassionate veterinarian that we have had. I called her when my 12 year old husky was suffering with arthritis and was unable to climb into our vehicle. She came to our home and prescribed medication that lessened his discomfort. Most recently we needed to put him down. She again came to the home and helped us through the difficult process. My husband and I were greatful that she made everything less stressful for our sweet boy. I am so thankful to Dr. Ruel. When the time comes that we are ready to add a new pup to the family we will definitely call her.
posted: 04/19/2021
I am sitting on my couch on and off crying about 3 hours after Dr Ruel left with our beloved boy. This was the first time we’ve ever had to do this. We got lucky to have dr Ruel come. She is compassionate, empathetic, smart and reassuring. We could not have had a worse experience be so peaceful. She is amazing. We can’t thank her enough for coming out to help is with our boy. God Bless you, Dr Ruel.
posted: 04/13/2021
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