Tree of Life Exotic Pet Medical Center

4.9 (31)
12020 S Warner Elliot Loop # 101, Phoenix, AZ 85044, USA

Hours:

Monday: Closed

Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Thursday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Friday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Saturday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Sunday: Closed

How to Save Money at Tree of Life Exotic Pet Medical Center

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 2025
Rating Provider Total Review
4.4 AKC 894
4.5 ASPCA 12,057
4.9 Embrace 20,305
4.9 Fetch 27,409
4.1 Figo 2,786
4.5 Hartville 177
4.9 Healthy Paws 10,736
4.8 Lemonade 815
4.6 ManyPets 2,428
4.6 MetLife 5,637
4.8 Nationwide 21,417
3.9 Pet Assure 15
4.4 PetPartners 117
4.3 Pets Best 14,113
4.7 Pumpkin 2,549
4.6 Spot 9,855
4.8 Trupanion 62,914
4.8 Prudent Pet 2,445

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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monkidy sakamoto

Dr. Bjornebo is an exceptionally talented vet. She has been taking care of my green iguanas for years from routine wellness checks to major medical cares & I am so grateful to have her. It's very hard to find a good reptile vet. Dr. B & her team is absolute treasure for reptile enthusiasts in Arizona. My female iggy just had spay surgery in the state of art clinic & she was treated with excellent cares & beyond. I can not thank them enough. The Best Clinic in Arizona !!! Here is a picture of her on the way to the clinic for surgery follow-up.

posted: 03/27/2025

Amanda Lavin

Sadly, I had to bring my corn snake in for burns she sustained in her enclosure. The whole team was awesome and I felt like we were in great hands. Risshan at the front desk was welcoming, friendly and pleasant! The technician, Johnny, was friendly and thorough while getting the history and gentle while handling my little Louise. He demonstrated how to give her medications and was very knowledgeable. Dr. Bjornebo was awesome! She explained everything to me in a way I understood and gave me a lot of information on how to take care of the burns and recommendations for a new heat source. I left with not just medications and a care plan, but so much information and most importantly the feeling that I 100% went to the right place. Highly recommend this hospital! Thanks to the whole team! Amanda and Louise 🐍🖤

posted: 05/24/2025

erica kimberly

I have a 2 year old axolotl and he has a growth on his hind leg. When I was transporting him he tore his tail and I freaked out… I took him here and my experience was 10/10. The staff is so kind and caring, Dr. B is knowledgeable and actually cares about your pet. The staff here didn’t treat my pet as a “fish” but as a patient with a worried momma. The pricing is so reasonable, less than what I was expecting and WAY less then an ER or a certain other exotic animal hospital.. The staff here cares and they all want to help you. Shout out to Johnny for going the extra mile and putting a cold tub of RO water in the fridge for when we got there!! That was an awesome nice touch that we weren’t expecting! 10/10. Take your exotic pet here.

posted: 06/22/2025

Maddi Rodriguez

Are you hesitant to make the switch to a new clinic for exotics care? Don't be!! Dr. Bjornebo is one of the tip top very best reptile vets out here. I am very glad she finally has her own clinic, and even though it is a drive for me (I live in peoria) it is 100% worth it for the knowledge and skill she posesses. Specialists make a world of a difference. She has been taking care of my dozens of scaley critters for over 5 years now and shes the best at what she does. She is very knowledgeable about tons of species of reptiles and amphibians, (heck, even invertebrates and any and all kinds of creepy crawlies!) and I trust her with my 6 various species of large constrictors, and dont have to worry about them getting hurt by mishandling, or anyone getting bit. She always has an educational answer for you, and always made me laugh whenever I saw her in office. She's truly a gem! Thank you for taking such good care of them! Congratulations on the new office, Bj! It's beautiful! So glad I have a place that I can take these big kiddos to that is knowledgeable of the species, and understanding/kind! (not even just Bjornebo, her staff as well!)

posted: 11/25/2024

Natalie Frye

After getting our new Ball Python, she started showing signs of respiratory distress and infection. Dr. B and her team were very knowledgeable and validating and treated her with the utmost care over the 2 month period it took to bring her back to her normal self. After a few failed attempts with certain antibiotics, she found one that stuck! They were very accommodating to our schedule and if she was showing any distress, they were only a call away. We had a few big scares, and they spent extra time with us to go over our options and make sure we had all the information we needed to make informed decisions. -As far as I know, and was told, they do NOT offer payment plan options- Very clean office and VERY friendly staff

posted: 06/12/2025