Hawthorne Animal Health Care
4.6 (82) 120 Canal St, Salem, MA 01970, USAHours:
Monday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Wednesday: Closed
Thursday: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Friday: 8:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at Hawthorne Animal Health Care
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 | 11,758 |
| 4.9 | Embrace | 17,172 |
| 4.9 | Fetch | 18,835 |
| 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 | 12,234 |
| 4.6 | Pumpkin | 1,473 |
| 4.6 | Spot | 7,044 |
| 4.9 | Trupanion | 73,935 |
| 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
Dr Freedman is wonderful with my geriatric cats, and he's been their vet their whole lives. Hawthorne is part of Atlantic Animal Healthcare in Marblehead and everyone so far has been great.
posted: 09/15/2023
We absolutely love Dr. Freedman, He sees my cat Salem since we brought him home and I couldn't go anywhere else. He takes his time , ask questions and He's never in a rush, my cat is always comfortable with him. Healthy kitty! Thank you!
posted: 03/10/2020
Dr. Freeman is an incredibly caring doctor and amazing human being. He checked over my retired War Dog, Sergeant Rey for a second opinion on a tumor and was so kind to explain all the tests and options. He even gave her a Veteran discount, no charge for a warrior and hero who served her country.
posted: 12/30/2020
Very understanding, caring, and organized. I really appreciate how the whole staff work to ensure me and my pet kiddos were taken care of, promptly, safely, and kindly. I am very thankful to have found this practice after moving and know the fur kids are in great hands. In particular, their chief administrator Keri is wonderful and Dr Freeman is so smart and caring. Highly recommend!
posted: 05/12/2021
Update: Dr Freedman's compassionate and sensible care continued for months, all the way through end of life care for our 18 y.o. kitty -and my kids and I. First visit with my 15 y.o. cat. They were able to get me in for a semi-emergency visit, next day. Dr Freedman was wonderful, despite all being by phone while we waited in our car due to COVID19 precautions. No hysteria, just calm, sensible care. I think we found our new veterinary practice.
posted: 09/16/2022
Veterinarians in Salem, Massachusetts
All Creatures Veterinary Hospital
20 Commercial St, Salem, MA 01970, USA(978) 740-0290
Banfield Pet Hospital
10 Traders Way, Salem, MA 01970, USA(978) 745-2237
Hawthorne Animal Health Care
120 Canal St, Salem, MA 01970, USA(978) 741-2300
New England Veterinary Clinic & Pet Resort
204 Highland Ave, Salem, MA 01970, USA(978) 744-8325