Sunstone Veterinary Specialists
4.7 (198) 1230 NE 106th Ave, Portland, OR 97220, USAHours:
Monday: 7:00 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: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Saturday: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Sunday: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
How to Save Money at Sunstone Veterinary Specialists
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 | 11,714 |
4.9 | Embrace | 16,675 |
4.9 | Fetch | 11,124 |
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 | 12,058 |
4.6 | Pumpkin | 1,425 |
4.6 | Spot | 6,848 |
4.9 | Trupanion | 67,964 |
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. Klazer is the only vet my dog Fancy has felt comfortable with. She also goes out of her way to help fancy and answer all my questions. We love Sunstone. Also the vet tech Jennifer is so good with fancy, thank you!
posted: 06/12/2024
Dr. Su In my opinion is a miracle worker. We adopted our little guy Tucker back in October 2023 and shortly there after found out that not one, but both of his rear legs had been broken just below the knees at some point. One of them had healed to where he could use it really well the other had attempted to heal and re-fractured so when we got him, he had a broken leg. You wouldn’t have known it The way he got around, however his little leg needed to be addressed. We brought him in to the clinic for an appointment with Dr. Su And she advised us of what we couldn’t do and what might be best for his condition. We decided to go ahead and have her repair his leg. She did a tremendously Great job. It has now been about seven months since his surgery he is recovering really well. He is using his leg extremely good now and running about like he should without any pain. I would highly recommend for surgery on your own loved pet. If unfortunately, they need that. She is a fantastic doctor. She said all of our fears aside we knew exactly what to expect at each step of the process. I couldn’t really say enough good things about her and this clinic they all were so helpful. It was a great experience.
posted: 04/13/2024
I am so grateful to Dr Tobin and the team at Sunstone. Our 13 1/2 year old Boston terrier has been having several issues and after weeks of our primary vet trying to help, it was time for a specialist. Dr Tobin is so patient, kind , very knowledgeable and a conservative approach with respect to his age. She’s amazing. The environment is clean, lovely and I am so grateful to have been referred to them. Highly recommend. 🩷
posted: 05/14/2024
My experience with this vet clinic and all their staff was incredible start to finish. I called in about my cat at 7:30am on a Sunday and from that initial call until checking out, the experience was fantastic. They were knowledgeable, fast, incredibly kind, and very affordable not only for providing urgent care on weekend but affordable in general. The space was clean, organized, comfortable, and well managed. The staff were so calm and experienced and they made a stressful experience feel manageable. From the reception, to their tech, and the vets - every person I spoke with was so wonderful. For reference, I went to Sunstone in May 2024 and would wholeheartedly recommend them if you need emergent vet care!
posted: 05/13/2024
My first experience with Sunstone’s Emergency Services was very positive. Smokey, my two year old Shepherd mix was playing and put a deep cut in a front paw pad. From my initial phone call, to checking in, triage, surgery, and discharge, each person I interacted with was kind, knowledgeable, and very personable. I wish I could remember everyone’s names to list them here, but if you helped with Smokey’s care, thank you very much. If you find yourself in need of weekend emergency care, don’t hesitate to go to Sunstone. Thank you again Dr. Nyboer, Mackenzie, Amanda, and everyone else I interacted with and those that worked behind the scenes. I appreciate all of you!
posted: 03/24/2024
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