North Paws Veterinary Clinic
4.6 (220) 9481 Garland Ln N, Maple Grove, MN 55311, USAHours:
Monday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at North Paws Veterinary Clinic
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 | 890 |
| 4.7 | ASPCA | 11,646 |
| 4.9 | Embrace | 15,682 |
| 4.9 | Fetch | 2,669 |
| 4.4 | Figo | 2,646 |
| 4.7 | Hartville | 164 |
| 4.9 | Healthy Paws | 7,521 |
| 4.9 | Lemonade | 805 |
| 3.2 | ManyPets | 2,356 |
| 4.6 | MetLife | 577 |
| 4.8 | Nationwide | 21,398 |
| 4.3 | Pet Assure | 12 |
| 4.7 | PetPartners | 112 |
| 4.5 | Pets Best | 7,244 |
| 4.3 | Pumpkin | 1,340 |
| 4.7 | Spot | 6,404 |
| 4.9 | Trupanion | 60,501 |
| 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
Long thorough review: We called around a bit trying to get a vet appointment for our family dog. Every other vet we called was incredibly rude, full, or not taking new clients. North Paws was so friendly from the start. I loved Dr. Riggs, the tech Adrianne, and Kara at the reception desk. They kept saying how cute and sweet Slater was and Adrianne gave him the nickname “Nugget.” So cute! I felt well taken care of there. They even sat down with us and a typed up summary of the visit and possible steps. The place is gorgeous, and I love all the quirky animal portraits (and lovely fonts on their posters). Now for the downside that made me nearly give 4 stars. It was extremely expensive, which I understand is worth it for respect and for proper care. All the tests came back looking healthy so far which is good but frustrating when you spend so much money and find no answer for why your dog is sick. Also the main reason I dropped a star is our difference in opinion on dog nutrition. I’m used to vets not agreeing about a raw diet. At least these people were respectful about it unlike most vets. Personally, I would NEVER recommend a food where the FIRST ingredient is corn starch. That being said, I was desperate to help my dog, so I agreed to give it a try since they said I can return it if it doesn’t work. I still hate it though. Also my dog has a chicken intolerance, and the food is made from chicken but they say it’s fine because it’s “processed it a way that the body doesn’t recognize it as chicken.” Bizarre and concerning but ok. I would have said no to it if we had an answer to why his was sick, but I was desperate to help him. Overall, I liked it there. I don’t have to agree with everything they say as long as they care about me and my dogs. That’s what matters most to me when picking a vet, so I’m sure I’ll be back.
posted: 12/29/2023
this place is breed prejudiced. the "vet" wouldn't even enter our room until I put a muzzle on my 10-year-old Rottweiler who's never bitten anybody her entire life. because when the vet tech walked in the room initially she showed fear so my dog barked at her out of fear. You would think that somebody that works with animals all day everyday would know not to show fear. they also told me to let my dog rest for 4 to 6 weeks and then recheck her, when that isn't what would have been the best practice for her. If there was a negative star option I would have chosen it. I also understand there are bad dogs and vets put their lives at risk and everyday with the chance of being bitten but that's part of their career choice hazards and if you can't listen to a pet owners words and guarantees maybe you're in the wrong industry I was in tears having to put a muzzle on my pet shame on you! to find out she's got bone cancer.
posted: 11/15/2023
They are the BEST! I'd give them more stars if I could! We have been to three other vets with our sweet Rottie and had situations arise at each one that we felt we weren't being spoken to honestly or that they weren't being upfront about costs. As soon as I walked into North Paws I could tell this clinic was different. From their cozy decor to the smiling faces at the front desk everyone was friendly and welcoming. Dr. Riggs was caring and very informative. Not only that she gave us the best tips and an after care summary that was extremely helpful and something no other vet had done. You will not regret bringing your beloved pet here!
posted: 02/09/2024
Dr. Jordan Laseke and the rest of the team at North Paws are so incredibly knowledgeable, compassionate, and responsive. I have been so impressed by the care, attention, and level of detail both my dogs get (one is 15 and quite ill). Everything is explained thoroughly and in a way you can understand. I've never felt rushed to make a decision or pressured into any specific treatment. I feel immediately comfortable and at ease (the pups do too!) when I walk into the clinic and the team always responds with the speed of light to any phone calls or emails. The vibes are great, the doctors are great, the techs are great, and the staff is great! Zero complaints!
posted: 01/11/2024
We love North Paws! They are always quick to have us seen when needed. The vet techs and veterinarians all know our girl Leni, they are so kind and gentle with her. They take time to answer all of our questions and explain things in detail. There is no wait time to be seen when you have an appointment and we have never had a bad experience. Highly recommend Dr. Henneke and Dr. Hingos 🩷
posted: 06/17/2023