Southwest Veterinary Oncology
4.8 (17) 185 E Fort Lowell Rd, Tucson, AZ 85705, USAHours:
Monday: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at Southwest Veterinary Oncology
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 | 895 |
| 4.5 | ASPCA | 12,067 |
| 4.9 | Embrace | 19,675 |
| 4.9 | Fetch | 5,109 |
| 4.1 | Figo | 2,814 |
| 4.5 | Hartville | 179 |
| 4.9 | Healthy Paws | 10,919 |
| 4.8 | Lemonade | 819 |
| 4.6 | ManyPets | 2,413 |
| 4.6 | MetLife | 7,195 |
| 4.8 | Nationwide | 21,418 |
| 3.9 | Pet Assure | 15 |
| 4.3 | PetPartners | 120 |
| 4.9 | Pets Best | 14,554 |
| 4.8 | Pumpkin | 2,913 |
| 4.6 | Spot | 10,498 |
| 4.9 | Trupanion | 58,886 |
| 4.8 | Prudent Pet | 2,601 |
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
Words cannot express the immense gratitude I have for everyone on the Southwest Veterinary Oncology team. My soul dog Ernie, who was diagnosed with T cell lymphoma 16 months ago at just 5 years old, just passed over the rainbow bridge this week. This team loved Ernie as we did - they told him how much of a perfect angel he was everyday he came in. Ernie would run up wagging to all the sweet techs who came to greet him, they would give him all the treats he asked for and they loved and kissed on him his last day there. Dr. Wood and the team gave us the best 16 months with our boy, for that we are so grateful. I cannot recommend this team enough. I don’t think my review does justice for the amazing expertise and compassion. Thank you Dr. Wood, Paige, Phoebe, Mari, Jess and everyone else who helped give Ernie more happy days. ♥️
posted: 07/11/2025
My dog was a patient of Southwest Oncology for about 2 months, and even though it's a place you never want to end up, this is the place to go if your pet has cancer. In a couple short months the vets, the technicians, and the front desk staff became friends that I'll never forget. I appreciated everything that they did for my dog and they never gave up on him and fought so hard to give him the best chance possible. They called to check in on us frequently and never once made me feel like they didn't have the time for us. Any questions I had were answered thoroughly and compassionately. It takes extremely dedicated and special people to do the job that they do and they do it well. I'll forever be grateful for the care that they gave to my dog. If you do end up in the unfortunate position to have to end up at the oncologist with your best friend, just know that the staff here will fight hard to beat the cancer or give your pet the longest life possible.
posted: 07/16/2025
Southwest veterinary oncology overall is exceptional! Receptionist make you feel welcomed and cared for ,and vet techs love the pups. Dr. Wood was the the most outstanding Dr. i have ever encountered. I am so thankful for her and her knowledge. She treated our boys lymphoma and gave us 1 whole extra year with our boy and i will forever cherish her and the whole staff for that. Our boy knew every Wednesday it was treatment day and was always super excited to be with them until his last visit.
posted: 08/31/2024
As a veterinarian, I have referred many patients to southwest veterinary oncology and regularly ask advice and now they have been helping me care for my own dog. Thomas sees them for radiation treatments. The doctors and techs as well as reception team are professional, compassionate, knowledgeable, and effective. Dealing with pets who have cancer and their owners is challenging. They are the best.
posted: 01/23/2024
At around her 4-5 year mark, my dog developed a squamous cell carcinoma (and another type I can't remeber the name of) that would continuously grow all over her skin. Thanks to Dr. Klein and her team, my dog passed from old age instead of cancer. Thank youfor taking care of Lin, my dalmatian mix. She liked getting treats from everyone on the team. Though she required treatment the rest of her life, it's comforting to know that it was simply her age that caught up to her and not cancer. I suppose in a way, she beat the cancer before it beat her, thanks to you and the team.
posted: 06/13/2025
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