Animal Clinic At Oxford Mills

4.7 (26)
785 N Lapeer Rd, Lake Orion, MI 48362, USA

Hours:

Monday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Thursday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Saturday: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Sunday: Closed

How to Save Money at Animal Clinic At Oxford Mills

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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Zachary Moore

We love our vet! They always get us in quickly for emergencies and take great care of our dog. Our dog actually enjoys going, every time Dr. Barton comes into the room our dog gets so excited. They are all friendly and are enthusiastic about their work. They are also affordable. Very reasonable in their prices.

posted: 11/20/2017

Linda Davidson

Dr. Barton is absolutely wonderful. She is well educated, compassionate, and always has your pet, as well as your own best interest in mind. She will not push expensive tests down your throat and make you feel like a bad parent for not being able to do them, she will however at least stress the more vital tests to start slow. She is non judgmental if you need to take time to think about stuff. She may say she feels strongly about performing a test, however in a companionate manner for you as well., it is apparent how much she loves her work. You will not feel rushed out of a room from her. Her complete office staff are as sweet as can be. Very kind and loving to people's animals 🐱🐭🐶😺😊. I've never had a long wait as well! Trust me, we have had bad experiences in the past by getting way over charged. Or by making us feel we are horrible people if we don't do all they say. That does not happen at The Animal Clinic.

posted: 02/21/2016

Julie Polaski

We have had the most amazing experience with Animal Clinic at Oxford Mills. Dr. Ura-Barton is by far the most carong veterinarian ever. From the time when our first dog had to be put down, to our puppy swallowing a toy and having it removed, she has a heart of gold!

posted: 08/17/2016

Shannon Garvin

Best veterinary office I have ever been to. Everyone there, front desk,tecs, & doctors are so thoughtful and outgoing. I wouldn't trust anyone else with my fur baby! 🐶🐾❤

posted: 12/30/2017

gretchen gabler

The vet and staff take great care of our babies

posted: 02/07/2019