Blue Cross Veterinary Clinic

4.4 (224 reviews)
4111 N 36th St, Phoenix, AZ 85018, USA

Hours

Monday 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM Tuesday 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM Wednesday 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM Thursday 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM Friday 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM Saturday 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM Sunday Closed

How to Save on Veterinary Costs at Blue Cross Veterinary Clinic

Preventive care

Routine wellness exams can help identify health issues early, often before they become more serious or expensive to treat. Regular checkups are one of the most effective ways to manage long term veterinary costs.

Compare prescription pricing

Some pet medications prescribed at veterinary clinics may also be available through local or online pharmacies. It can be helpful to compare pricing when appropriate to reduce ongoing medication costs.

Consider pet insurance

Pet insurance may help cover a portion of eligible veterinary expenses depending on the plan, including accidents, illnesses, and in some cases preventive care. Coverage details, reimbursement levels, and deductibles vary by provider.

Why Pet Insurance Information Appears on This Page

Looking for information about Blue Cross Veterinary Clinic? This page also includes pet insurance resources to help pet parents understand how to prepare for unexpected veterinary expenses.

Veterinary care costs can vary widely depending on the type of visit, treatment, or emergency. Many pet parents explore pet insurance before they need it so they are better prepared when unexpected situations arise.

How to Choose a Pet Insurance Provider

Pet Insurance Review helps pet parents compare insurance providers using verified customer reviews and real-world experiences. Our tools make it easier to evaluate providers based on claims experience, service quality, and overall satisfaction.

We have collected more than 220,000 reviews from pet parents, creating one of the largest independent databases of pet insurance feedback available.

How rankings are determined

Unexpected veterinary expenses can happen at any clinic. The providers below are ranked using verified reviews submitted by real pet parents through Pet Insurance Review. Results reflect overall satisfaction, claims experience, and value based on real world feedback. Rankings are updated regularly as new reviews are submitted.

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4.4 Hartville 182
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4.8 Prudent Pet 2,811
4.7 Pumpkin 3,393
4.6 Spot 11,341
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Compare Pet Insurance Plans

You can compare coverage options from multiple providers to find a plan that fits your budget and your pet’s healthcare needs.


Getting to Know Your Veterinarian

Choosing a veterinarian is an important decision for pet parents. A strong vet relationship is built on trust, communication, and understanding your pet’s individual needs.

Experience

Ask whether the clinic has experience treating your specific type of pet, since care can vary between dogs, cats, and pocket pets.

Emergency Care Procedures

It’s helpful to understand how the clinic handles after-hours emergencies, including whether they provide emergency services or refer to nearby emergency hospitals.

Communication Preferences

Ask how the clinic communicates with pet parents, including updates, test results, and follow up questions.

Breed Specific Health Considerations

Some breeds may be more prone to certain health conditions. Early awareness can help with prevention and early treatment.

Facility Tour

If available, touring the clinic can help you and your pet feel more comfortable before the first visit.


Final Note

Pet care decisions often involve both medical and financial considerations. Having access to trusted veterinary information alongside pet insurance comparisons can help pet parents feel more confident when planning for their pet’s health and wellbeing.

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Reviews from Google

4.4

224 reviews

I can't even begin to express how grateful I'm am to Blue Cross, the staff, and Dr. James. They helped my boyfriend and I cope with the terminal cancer my boyfriend's dog had. They helped with pain management, quality of life assessment, and a peaceful goodbye when the time came. Everyone was so caring, kind, and patient and went above and beyond to accommodate our needs. I have a cat, and I switched clinics so I could start taking her to Blue Cross, as I have been so happy with the care we've received there.

Dec 13, 2025

We love the care that Blue Cross has given our family pets since the 1970s. All of the doctors and staff really care about animals and it shows. The appointments aren’t rushed and information is explained clearly. When we’ve had to put animals to sleep they are so caring and make a bad experience goes as best as possible. A big thank you to Dr Peter; he’s straight forward and doesn’t have us doing tests and procedures if they aren’t really necessary. I love this vet office and think you will too!

Jul 2, 2022

I love Blue Cross veterinary service I love the staff and everything about it they're terrific people from the owner on down!

Feb 8, 2026

My husband and I have two pittie mixes, Tito and Zelda, who recently showed signs of mange. After some bad experiences with other vets, we decided to try Blue Cross since it’s just down the street from our apartment—and we’re so glad we did. I’ve brought in each dog separately for assessment, and both visits have been truly wonderful. The doctors, front desk ladies, and vet assistants were incredibly kind and patient with us and the pups. Both dogs also received their vaccinations, which went smoothly. What really stood out was how they handled Zelda, who’s very skittish and dog-reactive. I called ahead, and they immediately accommodated us by allowing entry through the "cat side." There was no judgment—only compassion and understanding. You can tell the staff genuinely loves what they do and cares about the community. Tito and Zelda just started their Bravecto prescription, and we’re hopeful it’ll clear up their mange soon. Also, if you're concerned about breed bias—don't be. They absolutely adored our pit bulls, and the feeling was mutual! Also, prices are fair and reasonable!

Apr 8, 2025

It’s been over two months since my experience and I still have a hard time wanting anything to do with this practice. I’d been going there for 4 years. The main reason I want to write this is to help anyone else out there not have my experience and minimize the chance of their dog dying under their care. Sorry it’s so long but it’s so shocking I had to write it out. My dog got diagnosed with ITP, I first went to the ER. They treated him urgently and seriously as he had a very serious case of the deadly disease. They told me to follow up with my primary vet a couple days later for follow up blood work. I went there and realized quickly that Dr.Dutton had no idea what she was talking about or much about ITP. Her bedside manner is horrible, she was so nonchalant and told me to bring him back in 5 days if he’s not better. Well, with ITP it’s quickly progressing and serious. Then two days later, she called me to check in bc she saw I was at the ER the day before and after I told her I was going back to ER for a possible blood transfusion, she told me to basically prepare for my dog dying. Her words were “with cases as serious as his, it’s not good (when two days earlier her manners were that it wasn’t serious)…then asked how old is he? (I said 6).. well he’s had a good life honey … and the first dog is always the hardest (when they die).” That was her convo with me after not even being involved in his care. I was a mess. Additionally, her recommended next steps (removing his spleen) were never even a point of discussion at either of the two ER’s and specialist we worked with. I’m happy to report that no thanks to them, he’s alive and recovering. I am 99% certain he would have died under their care. I just wish they were honest about not knowing how to treat this. I’m also writing this I hopes they’ll read it bc they had the audacity to send me a bill for another $200 two months later bc of a clerical error… for a dog that as far as they know is dead. And for results THEY NEVER SHARED WITH ME. Wow. Blue cross, if you want the money, please email me bc I want nothing to do with you or talk to you. But I hope you’ll do the right thing and accept your error and delete that charge.

Jul 26, 2023