Surf Paws Animal Hospital
4.9 (80) 6600 Kalanianaʻole Hwy # 117, Honolulu, HI 96825, USAHours:
Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at Surf Paws 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 4.4 | 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.
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
Our 14 year old cat started to rapidly lose weight for about three weeks. We called Surf Paws and quickly secured an appointment. Our first visit, we were immediately greeted by friendly staff and ushered into a private screening room. Within a minute, our frightened cat was tended to by Dr Cristina Miliaresis. We agreed to a lab blood test to determine the cause of our cat's rapid weight loss. A few days later, we received a call by the doctor confirming that our family cat has kidney disease in need of treatment. Our next appointment was immediately confirmed. This experience is all new to me since our indoor cats have been drama free for years. The staff and doctors answered my questions, explained our cat's options in an easy to understand manner and treated us with professionalism. I'm glad we called Surf Paws. We want compassionate care for our mature cat during her remaining time with us.
posted: 07/31/2023
The most "ethical" and honestly priced veterinarian clinic you can go to is here. My fur baby is a 5lb Pomeranian and I have been so happy with this vet practice! We saw both Dr. Kristina and Dr. Kingsly, both incredibly knowledge and caring. You can clearly see that ALL these folks are in it for the dogs and their owners. Really impressed, and I'm hard to impress! Thanks for taking care of all our babies! :)
posted: 04/22/2023
We just moved to the island with our dog and cat and needed to establish a new vet. Our vet in Virginia was amazing so we were worried who would be next in line to take care of our fury kids—then we found Surf Paws…what a blessing! Located in a small plaza in Hawaii Kai behind Roy’s, this business provides exceptional veterinary services. It was super easy to make an appointment with them, and the staff from the techs to Veterinarian were extremely polite, friendly, caring, and professional. We have a rescue dog that suffers from severe PTSD and trusts no one except my wife and me—the staff had him on a table, calmed, relaxed eating treats out of their hand during the exam—that says a lot right there. If you need a great vet who cares about your pets, I highly recommend you check out surf paws. 🤙🏽
posted: 07/13/2023
I have been a client at another local veterinary clinic for over 25 years, and I decided to move over to Surf Paws which speaks volumes in itself. The staff are knowledgeable, accommodating, and are very welcoming. The overall flow, and energy of this clinic aligns with everything I want in an establishment that will provide care for my fur baby. I highly recommend them, and if you’re looking for a more cozy, comfortable, and smaller feel, this place is it!
posted: 11/22/2022
This veterinarian Surf Paws is the best 👌 in Hawaii Kai,. It's the finest we've been to in Hawaii. The Staff is kind,caring and respectful. They have taken wonderful care of our baby Majesty since we got her at 6 months old from the Cat Cafe. She will be two years old October 1st 2022. Thank you to all the Doctor's and Staff. Much Aloha, Doredda and Howard Richmond
posted: 08/02/2022
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