Paws and Claws Animal Care

4.7 (330)
2715 Maricopa Ave, Lake Havasu City, AZ 86406, USA

Hours:

Monday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Thursday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Saturday: Closed

Sunday: Closed

How to Save Money at Paws and Claws Animal 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?

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 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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Kifanie Fichialos

Paws and claws staff was so nice and sweet and welcoming and seemed to really care about our baby puppy! The Veterinarian was super sweet and gentile with our baby and was explaining to me and my son everything that she was doing and why. I always appreciate being involving, knowing whats going on. I RECOMMEND PAWS AND CLAWS Lake Havasu 10/10

posted: 03/30/2023

Genessa Hopkins

Paws and Claws is absolutely amazing! Everyone there truly loves animals and they are all so incredibly nice - especially Daniel - he’s always there for me and my fur babies! I tell everyone about how much I love my vet and about how they saved my “miracle kitten”. Thanks for everything Paws and Claws!

posted: 10/04/2022

Shanna Jorgensen

I was so glad when they called us for our first appointment... and even happier when we arrived!! Everyone is so friendly and loving. We are very grateful for the care "Mouse" receives at Paws & Claws. When you arrive you are greeted by Daniel who always has a smile and a kind word. His positive energy is contagious. The Dr's and technicians provide excellent care and they listen to your concerns about your pet. If you are looking for a new Vet give Daniel a call to get on the schedule- you'll be glad you did! UPDATE: We unfortunately had to put our girl down - she could no longer breathe. The love and compassion I experienced with the staff at paws and claws was unbelievable! They gave me as much time as I needed with my Mouse. They gently explained everything that was happening and the next step as well. I wish that I could thank each one on here individually but I was to in shock to even remember who helped on this sad day. But once again Daniel went above and beyond! He could tell the minute I walked in it was time- and he just grabbed me and gave me the most compassionate hug. He came in to the room to gently check on me multiple times- the last time I just sobbed and he held on to me for as long as I needed. I will miss the staff at Paws and Claws. If you need to see a vet - I HIGHLY recommend them from birth to death they will be on your side through the good and the bad.

posted: 10/25/2022

Amanda Fleming

Knowing the Vet situation in Havasu I am happy to have established a place for my furbabies that has great commitment and staff..they were great for my initial visit.

posted: 03/30/2023

Danii Sievert

Love love love paws and claws! Everyone here is fantastic! They are accommodating from the time they answer the phone till the time you check out. The doctors and techs are so caring! Daniel does an awesome job and is so kind to my whole family! Our pup is well taken care of at this Veterinarian!

posted: 10/06/2022