New River Veterinary Hospital
4.8 (324) 48410 N Black Canyon Hwy, New River, AZ 85087, USAHours:
Monday: 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at New River Veterinary Hospital
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 | 889 |
| 4.7 | ASPCA | 11,392 |
| 4.9 | Embrace | 14,179 |
| 4.9 | Fetch | 1,995 |
| 4.4 | Figo | 2,561 |
| 4.7 | Hartville | 164 |
| 4.9 | Healthy Paws | 7,475 |
| 4.9 | Lemonade | 781 |
| 3.2 | ManyPets | 2,145 |
| 4.6 | MetLife | 487 |
| 4.8 | Nationwide | 21,391 |
| 4.3 | Pet Assure | 12 |
| 4.7 | PetPartners | 110 |
| 4.5 | Pets Best | 7,194 |
| 4.3 | Pumpkin | 1,131 |
| 4.7 | Spot | 5,194 |
| 4.9 | Trupanion | 60,280 |
| 4.8 | Prudent Pet | 124 |
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
I recently had to put my beautiful himalayan cat to sleep and I was devastated. I've never had to do that before. I was not a current "patient" with NR Vet, but the wonderful staff there worked with me to schedule in home euthanasia. I could barely hold it together every time I spoke to them, but everyone was so compassionate through the whole process. I really didn't expect the level of care and outcome I received, but my baby is back home with me now forever. It's hard to believe 13 1/2 years of love is in this small box, but I will cherish it forever.
posted: 06/23/2022
Staff and Doc absolutely incredible. Have used this practice for years. Emee loves them all! Still holds small town feel yet up to date with technology and new options! Keep up the great work Dr Sarah and team.
posted: 06/13/2023
I live one hour away from the clinic and I will ALWAYS make the drive down. The prices here are extremely reasonable and I recommend visiting to everyone who asks me what vet I go to. The staff is always so caring and takes the time to answer all of my follow up questions when I call them. My cat has multiple medical conditions and they have saved his life so many times now. Without Dr Jess and Dr Sarah he would not be here today- his conditions are manageable but much to expensive for me to treat at many vet clinics. They were able to hospitalize him and do emergency treatment last month and I can tell that now he is feeling better than ever!!! His personality is back in full swing, gaining weight and acting even more frisky than ever. We are more grateful for their reasonable pricing and their compassion than I can express. THANK YOU! From my cats and from me :)
posted: 07/05/2021
I am so pleased with the professional and caring practice of Dr. Sarah and her fine staff. I drive 45 minutes plus to get to her one way and she is absolutely the best. Smart, talented and loving, you will be so happy to have her care for your fur babies!
posted: 06/17/2019
Had to go here for a very awful thing, was putting my 15 year old dog down due to multiple uncontrolled seizures. They offered the most sensitive gentle room for this purpose. I hope I NEVER have to do this again but if I do, I plan on going here!! Great kind sensitive staff.
posted: 02/20/2023