Northwoods Veterinary Hospital
4.6 (445) 30425 N Meadow St, Athol, ID 83801, USAHours:
Monday: 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM, 2:00 – 5:30 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM, 2:00 – 5:30 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM, 2:00 – 5:30 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM, 2:00 – 5:30 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM, 2:00 – 5:30 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at Northwoods Veterinary 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
Always there for my little critters ! Great to have just a few miles away! The staff & Doctors are warm hearted! Tuff job to do! So great full, they make my job easier.
posted: 05/15/2023
Northwoods Vet Hospital has taken care of my 4 dogs and cat since I moved to area over 7 years ago. The staff is amazing and the care is wonderful. They have always made time for all of our babies when urgent needs arise. I so appreciate the personal,caring response for my pets.
posted: 06/29/2023
After one of my dogs had surgery here, I made appointments for my other two dogs, standing inside of their clinic. I had to answer questions about their age, and if they were vaccinated and their names… I made appointments for them while INSIDE of their vet clinic. Got called to confirm the appointments, went to show up for the appointment and Susan at the front desk was incredibly rude to me about how I messed something up because my dogs don’t have appointments with them. This place will mess up your appointments and then be rude to you when you show up with your pets for appointments they made for you! I do not recommend this clinic at all.
posted: 08/10/2023
Dr Clovis is very knowledgeable, very kind, and gives you a variety of options with his professional opinion so you are educated in making the best decision for your pet. I’ve followed him here from his prior clinic because he is so amazing. He has been our vet for going on 5 years and is beyond amazing at his job and understanding the animals. We have gone in for routine all the way up to gastrointestinal issues, and for one of our animals that was hit by a truck. His level of care and kindness is great!
posted: 05/09/2023
My dog was hit by a car and needed surgery to repair her leg. Dr. Clovis changed his schedule to get her right in for surgery. Dr. Clovis and his staff was so nice, compassionate, and knowledgeable.
posted: 08/18/2023