Navajo Nation Veterinary Management Program - Chinle Clinic

2.4 (14)
Chinle, AZ 86503, USA

Hours:

Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Saturday: Closed

Sunday: Closed

How to Save Money at Navajo Nation Veterinary Management Program - Chinle 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:

Top Pet Insurance Providers of 2024
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4.4 AKC 889
4.7 ASPCA 11,411
4.9 Embrace 14,234
4.9 Fetch 2,051
4.4 Figo 2,579
4.7 Hartville 164
4.9 Healthy Paws 7,477
4.9 Lemonade 783
3.2 ManyPets 2,153
4.6 MetLife 493
4.8 Nationwide 21,393
4.3 Pet Assure 12
4.7 PetPartners 110
4.5 Pets Best 7,196
4.3 Pumpkin 1,163
4.7 Spot 5,260
4.9 Trupanion 60,297
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.

Reviews from Google

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Angie R

If you are traveling a long distance it's best to call them first, make sure they aren't on travel, or make sure someone is in the office. I drove from Window Rock, turns out they were at a meeting in Window Rock, she sent me a text message but my phone is very spotty in areas while enroute to Chinle. Didn't get message & phone call till I was at their yard. She told me to meet her at the Ag Office in Window Rock, so dog & I raced back to Window Rock to get her last puppy shot. Dog got her shot in Window Rock after all. BTW this appointment was made well in advance.

posted: 05/22/2023

Regina Sandoval

I've never been to facility. I called them to report a pack of dogs chasing a very young colt. the young man I spoke with was very helpful and assured me, he would look into matter and speak with other witnesses to pursuit

posted: 06/02/2023

Eva Cayaditto

I called on 2/13/23 @ 10:35am to find out about Financial Assistant because some people can't afford to spay/neuter pets that roam on to your property because people just drop their pets (dogs) off and it becomes your problem plus not having transportation to travel to the big city (ABQ/Farmington or Gallup). The lady I spoke to wasn't helpful. I asked her for names/numbers. She said they don't have numbers of Vendors that support them 🤦🙆🤷. I'm appalled that some of these services that the Tribe supposed to provide to members are NOT helpful. They give you the run arounds or they DON'T make an effort to go the extra mile to help you. No wonder people complain about Tribal Entities and their Customer Services. I'm NOT asking for much. Just a lead, contact numbers. And please make every effort to be polite and kind because what IF it was you on the other side. There's an Ordinance for spay/neuter for The Navajo Nation. How are we supposed to resolve the issue of over population of kittens and puppies when you request for Financial Assistance because not everyone can afford the cost but you're told (I don't have their phone numbers).

posted: 02/13/2023

Eye Spy

Extremely impressed by the integrity and generosity of this veterinarian clinic. They took in an injured wild horse and lovingly cared for it. Other beautiful gestures of kindness as well. Much respect.

posted: 02/17/2023

Charlene Harvey

No vet but technician knew what he was doing. He made sure he confirmed with vet, if needed, before giving advice. Was happy I was able to take my lamb only 30 miles instead of 70+ miles.

posted: 05/29/2019