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Paws Veterinary Clinic & Grooming Spa

4.5 (299)

3102 E 7th St #300, Joplin, MO 64801, USA

Best Pet Insurance in Joplin, Missouri 2024

Hours:

Monday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Thursday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Friday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Saturday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Sunday: Closed

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How to Save Money at Paws Veterinary Clinic & Grooming Spa

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 2024
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.

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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

Madison Auch

Just had my first visit with Paws and I have to say that literally every person I encountered that works there is so nice! They got me in and out within 20 minutes. And they were great with my pup. 10/10 recommend

posted: 07/30/2024

Elisabeth Batchelor

My family used Paws vet for the first time in 2021, where they were extremely accommodating, after another vet told us to pound sand. However, this year, they did exactly what Banfield did to us in 2021. My cat was extremely sick with bladder blockage, and we were looking to take him to our trusted and reliable vet. However upon calling them, they just said, that their schedule was full and there is nothing they can/will do about it. And that is after I have been taking my 5 animals to their clinic for 3 years. I'm very disappointed. I managed to find a different vet, who DESPITE their FULL schedule, were happy to shuffle appointments around and get my sick baby in right away. He required a 4 day hospital stay. I am extremely disappointed in this clinic.

posted: 06/14/2024

Kayleigh Greenwell

Came in for our Lucky dogs appointment. Did not have to wait. Super nice and friendly staff. Clean environment. Lucky dog is doing better now. Thank you Paws for your help.

posted: 07/20/2024

Jeff Keener

We had to have our best boy, Charlie, put to sleep recently. The team at PAWS was so caring and respectful. They took care of everything while genuinely conveying their sympathy. If you ever have to do this for one of your pets, I can't imagine a more caring and professional group to utilize. A few days after, we received a condolence card, signed with comments from everyone on staff, expressing their sorrow for our loss...that was one of the most touching and timely positive expressions we've experienced. Now we have our beloved Charlie's remains back here at his home...and while it's still so very hard to cope with the fact that he's gone, we can take comfort in the exceptional and compassionate care he received at PAWS. We're forever grateful for the team at PAWS. As an aside, you should know that the PAWS clinic provided needed X-rays that my own Vet wasn't equipped to provide. Again, these folks went above and beyond...God bless them!

posted: 08/23/2023