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Kaimuki Veterinary Urgent Care

3.6
3405 Waialae Ave, Honolulu, HI 96816, USA

Best Pet Insurance in Honolulu, Hawaii 2025

Hours:

Monday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM

Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM

Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM

Thursday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM

Friday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM

Saturday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM

Sunday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM

How to Save Money at Kaimuki Veterinary Urgent Care

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?

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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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Restless Dreamer

Dr. Lum and the Kaimuki Staff are great! They were able to take us in the same day and were friendly, patient, professional, and informative...especially when we had questions about our dog and treatment plan. They explained everything clearly, and kept us updated throughout out the time our dog was in her care. We could tell she and the staff really cared for animals and we felt safe with our dog in their hands. I Highly recommend this vet and they had affordable prices compared to other urgent care/emergency clinics on island. Very clean establishment, and had tea and coffee available while we waited. My dog wanted me to tell you guys thank you, she gives you 5 stars 🌟🐾

A H

It was about 6pm one evening, when a friend called about a puppy that had been hit by a car. I knew I couldn't afford VERC and most other vet clinics in the area were already closed for the day. But fortunately, Kaimuki Veterinary Urgent Care wasn't. She stayed there three nights recovering from her injuries. Dr. Sin kept me updated every day, and when she wasn't working, Dr. Lum called me. I can say, without a doubt, that Kala wouldn't have made it that night without their care.

SpicyKingCobra

This place has nice people but behind that kindness is “let me get your money”. Lucky i cant give a minus rating cause their prices are insane. I am in a budget and couldnt afford their gouging prices. My regular vet was on vacation so this was the closest vet at the time and they take advantage when you need help. Heartbreakingly my Dog passed away cause i couldnt afford their Firm prices. Their xrays and blood work prices are a rip. Just check out others before here. BEWARE!!!! Do not Go here if you on a budget. This Vet is only for the Rich. Their services are Trash also. 👎 —10/10

Kristi Sukeena

Yesterday evening, I brought my kitty to the clinic because he was extremely lethargic and couldn’t stop vomiting, which had me very concerned. With many clinics already closed for the day, I was worried about not being able to have him seen until the morning. I was incredibly grateful that they were able to accommodate him on such short notice. The staff we interacted with were exceptionally friendly and provided excellent care throughout the visit. Today, he is doing much better, and I truly appreciated the follow-up call this morning to check on his progress.

Jose Castello

I found this place through my pets insurance, Trupanion. It was eerily quiet for the day before a holiday, there was only one other person there. I took my dog for diareah. They had me waiting for almost an hour, then saw her and gave her probiotics. I asked for a fecal test, which is what another vet had done previously, to take the guesswork out and be sure of what she had, but they told me they couldn’t do it. Weird, but ok. Then came payment time. They had trupanion brochures RIGHT THERE saying they were “trupanion partners” - see posted pic of brochures. The idea is you give them your membership number and then move on. However, they had a “problem with the system.” I patiently waited without saying a peep for a whole extra hour, until I got tired of waiting and asked if I could go. They told me that this would constitute theft. “Excuse me?!” Theft? Because it takes you one hour to process payment?! I asked them why they weren’t on the phone to call the insurance company and sort it out proactively but they said gave me the “5 more minutes” runaround over and over. Let me mention again, there were no other pets the whole time I was there, it was eerily quiet. There’s something way off about this place. My boss called me twice asking why I was late to work, I tried to explain to the vet I had to go. After back and forth, they finally told me, “your bill is personally covered by me” and I said thank you and walked out and went to work. Several days later they’re calling me telling me I need to pay, despite them telling me they were going to cover my bill! I didn’t leave a review until now because I figured, hey, they realized they messed up, wasted my time, were rude, but they took care of the bill so let’s let it be. Apparently not, so here’s a review with my experience so other people know to avoid this place at all cost! $425 btw for a disregard check up and some probiotics. Insane pricing, terrible service, and sassy, unpleasant people working at the front desk. It’s all about the money and they don’t care about the pets wellbeing. Disappointing.

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