Palm to Paws

4.6 (480)
5860 Westward St, Houston, TX 77081, USA

Hours:

Monday: Closed

Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Thursday: 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Friday: 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Saturday: 8:15 AM – 2:00 PM

Sunday: Closed

How to Save Money at Palm to Paws

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 893
4.5 ASPCA 11,889
4.9 Embrace 18,600
4.9 Fetch 26,422
4.2 Figo 2,619
4.6 Hartville 171
4.9 Healthy Paws 10,210
4.9 Lemonade 808
4.6 ManyPets 2,387
3.8 MetLife 749
4.8 Nationwide 21,412
4.0 Pet Assure 13
4.5 PetPartners 115
4.3 Pets Best 13,040
4.7 Pumpkin 1,700
4.6 Spot 8,215
4.9 Trupanion 60,992
4.8 Prudent Pet 1,861

Or, you can simply get a fast quote from multiple providers and go from there.

Thinking of insuring your pet?

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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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cathy brisky

My Cat lucky needed ovarian remnant surgery.I was quoted $2000.00 plus with no guarantees since it's a difficult surgery from another clinic. I was recommended Palms To Paws the vet and staff are amazing the cost was great .The surgery was a success.Thank you again.

posted: 03/11/2025

Jocelyn Gomez

Absolutely love this clinic and trust them. I read some of the bad reviews and was a bit skeptical, but all the good reviews shined and I went ahead and took my cat to Palm to Paws. The surgery was going to cost anywhere from $3.5K to $5K at all other clinics, but Palm to Paws worked with me and my financial struggle. They even helped me when my cat accidently cut himself during the healing atage, and worked with me to get him in to have it repaired. The staff and doctor are EXTREMELY attentive and caring. They go above and beyond to answer your questions, even when I called so many times with new questions. This clinic is affordable and small, but they work hard to help their patients. Thank you again!

posted: 12/03/2024

LaTanya Lucas

UPDATE!!! 9/25/2024 I called the office at 12:46pm on Saturday, September 21st asking if they took walk-ins. The woman who answered stated they do but it was too late for the day and asked what was wrong. I informed her my dog fell through a window and I noticed him limping when he finally decided to get up to go out and relieve himself. I checked his paws and saw one looks a little inflamed I didn’t see any glass but it may also be in his paw pad. She agreed and stated I could take him elsewhere or bring him into the office on Tuesday since they were closed Sunday and Monday, I told her I was satisfied with their service and he’s familiar with them, going elsewhere would require too much, we will wait it out. I informed her I would keep him comfortable, not let him walk only to eat and relieve himself and soak it in warm soapy water, she said that was good, see you Tuesday. Tuesday morning, I get some work done, put my hours in to leave early and drive an hour away to the office only to be told, “I’m sorry but we can’t we Uno today, the person you spoke with didn’t put any notes in his chart”. Now is that my fault or theirs? I have a 100+lb dog with glass in his paw and you’re telling me you can’t see him AFTER I told you I was told to come in on Tuesday and you have the audacity to send me on Bissonet wherever the hell that is and I have no medical records or nothing else on me for him to see a new vet right then and there?!?!? What in the entire f..?!?!? Will I return? Your guess is as good as mine..🤬 #changingthosestarsfrom5to3 THE BEST!!!! After visiting another animal hospital I was referred here, my family tried to talk me out of going this far but they should’ve known I’d go to the moon for my pup. The staff and physician were all patient, very hands on, and amazing. My pup was initially evaluated 3/2024, for a lipoma that I noticed 2/2024 & his vet said it was small it could stay unless it bothered “me”. After relocating to Houston 3/2024, the lipoma began to grow and became more noticeable that it had enlarged some around early June. I took my time searching for a vet because I didn’t know anyone and it was difficult trusting someone new when he can’t speak for himself. Visiting Palm To Paws on 8/16 immediately brought my mind to ease, I knew this would be our future home for veterinary services. My baby was evaluated and we were given a surgery date immediately, unlike… The days leading up to surgery and the day of surgery everything that could go wrong went wrong. I had a possible broken toe😬, I had an appt the same time my pup had to be at the vet for surgery so I got dropped off and walked to my appt🤷🏽‍♀️ which helped me mentally because I had become worried with fear the closer his surgery date came. Immediately following my appt I logged onto the hospitals site to see his progress and burst into tears, I’d never seen him so “still”. I reloaded the picture and saw the size of the lipoma and that’s when I knew I’d done the right thing. I cried even harder because the hard part was over, the lipoma was out. I waited until it was time to pick him up and upon arrival, I was early, I was given all of the instructions needed to help him fully recover. The next morning I received a text asking how he was doing and I chatted back, that helped me because he has a minor setback and at this point I’d been awake over 24hrs one of us needed sleep. From that moment on and even when the office called later and I spoke with the physician, I was over the moon elated with my decision to go with them. I love them and appreciate all they did not just for my Uno, but for all of the fur babies!! Thank you!! #UnosMommy

posted: 09/25/2024

Goldie Frost

We recently became acquainted with Palm to Paws through helping some abandoned puppies get their shots and other care, including spaying at 9 months. This is one of the kindest, most compassionate veterinarian offices you will ever encounter. From the front desk staff to the doctors, you can tell immediately how much everyone cares about the animals they are treating. Some of the care for these puppies got complicated, but PxP patiently unraveled what was needed for each dog. The prices are fantastic, and at the same time, they are providing exceptional service and quality. Highly recommended!

posted: 03/13/2024

Robin Bookwalter

My cat Molly, had some infected teeth and was in need of tooth extraction and teeth cleaning. The quote from the vet by my house was $1000. Palm to Paws was able to squeeze her in, get her comfortable and do the density work she needed for $710. The cleaning and teeth extraction was $600. The extra $100 was for pain meds and antibiotics before the surgery. Molly is doing great. I am so grateful for their compassion, kindness and skill. Thanks Palm to Paws staff!

posted: 11/08/2024