Desert Ridge Animal Hospital
4.8 (109) 5415 E High St #137, Phoenix, AZ 85054, USAHours:
Monday: 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Tuesday: 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Wednesday: 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Thursday: 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Friday: 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at Desert Ridge 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:
| Rating | Provider | Total Review |
|---|---|---|
| 4.5 | AKC | 1,797 |
| 4.5 | ASPCA | 12,110 |
| 4.9 | Embrace | 19,791 |
| 4.9 | Fetch | 5,407 |
| 4.1 | Figo | 2,832 |
| 4.5 | Hartville | 179 |
| 4.9 | Healthy Paws | 11,077 |
| 4.8 | Lemonade | 822 |
| 4.6 | ManyPets | 2,413 |
| 4.7 | MetLife | 8,788 |
| 4.8 | Nationwide | 24,902 |
| 3.9 | Pet Assure | 15 |
| 4.3 | PetPartners | 121 |
| 4.9 | Pets Best | 8,940 |
| 4.8 | Pumpkin | 3,170 |
| 4.6 | Spot | 10,959 |
| 4.9 | Trupanion | 55,032 |
| 4.8 | Prudent Pet | 2,698 |
| 4.6 | Adoro | 8 |
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
Safe to say the best vet I’ve ever been too. I had the pleasure of having the owner as my vet today, my dog is very nervous at the vet barks a lot, and is protective of me, they were so accommodating and sweet to her and took the time to make her feel comfortable. At the end, she loved the vet tech and was letting her give treats. They spent so much time with me answering all my questions. This location is quiet, comfortable very clean and just quite possibly the best experience I’ve ever had at a vet. You can just tell how much they actually care about the animals, and that goes such a long way.
posted: 01/16/2026
Dr. Kitchen! She sat down and listened to my 2 week summation with new puppy scratching. I had lots of questions with a new puppy from food, treats, chews, ‘bulky sticks!’ She was wonderful. Gave us a few options on how WE wanted to proceed. She checked clinics prices on treatments before going forward with the treatment we decided on after her options. I can now say we have chosen our Veterinarian for Bentley, Dr. Kitchen.
posted: 01/18/2024
We absolutely love Desert Ridge Animal Hospital! My pup has never been more calm and excited to go to the vet. We have an English bulldog and are a frequent visitor of this office. front desk is extremely friendly and welcoming. Dr.Kunkel is an amazing Vet who takes pride in her care for your fur babies. Not to mention she went to one of the best veterinary schools in the country. I couldn’t be more comfortable with her expertise and level of professionalism. Thank you DRAH for keeping Winston healthy and happy!!!
posted: 05/09/2023
How this place has 4.8 stars is mind boggling. We have never in 40+ years of seeing veterinarians seen a practice so incompetent and unskilled. If you truly care about your pets, you will avoid this horror house like the plague. If you do not care what happens to your pets, then this is the place for you.
posted: 11/03/2025
Dr. Kunkel saved my pup Ty’s life. Ty was diagnosed with Valley Fever and Dr. Kunkel caught it and he is now doing amazing. I also take all my other pups to Dr. Kunkel. I have 4 dogs and she has done a great job caring for all of them. They are older and I take their health seriously and so does she. The office is east to get in touch with. I also like the ability to text with questions. Dr. Kunkel is very responsive and goes above and beyond to do her job. Here is a pic of Ty hiking in Sedona just 4 months after being diagnosed with Valley Fever.
posted: 05/09/2023
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