Christown Animal Hospital

4 (311)
5103 N 19th Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85015, USA

Hours:

Monday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM

Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM

Thursday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM

Friday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM

Saturday: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Sunday: Closed

How to Save Money at Christown Animal 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:

Top Pet Insurance Providers of 2024
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.

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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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Katherine Layden

I brought my cat here with an undiagnosed case of mange and ear mites. When I asked to take home treatment for both of these issues without paying for a skin scraping, the doctor was very accommodating, which I appreciated. Thanks for all that you do, CAH!

posted: 10/13/2023

Michael Johnson

This vet clinic is amazing. They really care about the animals and their families, not just the dollar sign. The vet techs trained my partner on how to administer an IV to our feline who is near end of life. The staff are so helpful and they share resources like promo codes. Dr. Powers is so personable and clearly explains everything, never impatient with our questions. I love that one of the vet text introduced himself with his pronouns. They even give our pets nicknames which tells us they care about strong animal and human bonds. I would give 10 stars if I could! Thank you Christown Animal Hospital!

posted: 09/29/2023

Sarah Arizona

My dog needed emergency surgery and a bit of follow-up. Every visit we are greeted with smiles and the staff calls my dog by his name. Doctor Sandhu is very caring and compassionate and clearly loves his job as does everyone else in there. Excellent customer service and smiles seem rare in our current world; this office has always been wonderful

posted: 10/11/2023

Ilia Villagomez

I have been here a couple times now and Dr. Powers has done a great job with my chihuahua who can be a bit fiesty! He always assures me he will take good care of her and I feel comfortable when I leave her knowing she is in good hands! I highly recommend bringing your fur baby to see Dr. Powers.

posted: 10/14/2023

Jada Henderson

We started coming here this past year and have had great experiences! Our puppy was sick and no one could figure out what was wrong. We had to come in multiple times and one time was veryy last minute, right before they closed and they still took us! We barely had any money to get the necessary tests, let alone treatment, however the staff was very understanding. We appreciate what they did for us, especially Dr. Powers! He hooked us up cause he knew we were struggling. We just had to come back recently due to 2 of our newborn puppies in a litter being sick. They once again took us last minute and hooked us up. Treatment is still quite expensive for us, but we know they did what they could, so we appreciate it! Thank you.

posted: 05/30/2023