Green Paws Veterinary Care
4.4 (80) 617 South La Grange Road, La Grange, IL 60525, USAHours:
Monday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: Closed
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at Green Paws Veterinary Care
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
Avoid this place. It's awful and useless. Save your money and go to Boone. Spent $200 for "wellness" exam only to get the weight, temperature and pulse, which my grandma can do better and it's free. We were not allowed to be with pets during the exam and we know nothing about what was happening in the back. I don't even know if they really did the vaccination on my cats, or just left them there doing nothing and charged us another $200, who knows.
posted: 06/28/2023
I was extremely disappointed with the service provided by this vet. Firstly, I was not allowed to be present during the examination, which made me question whether a thorough examination was even conducted. To make matters worse, the so-called wellness exam report was an utter disappointment. After repeatedly requesting a comprehensive report, all I received was a measly mention of my pet's weight and temperature. Seriously? Is that what I paid a whopping $400 for? It failed to address crucial aspects such as vaccinations, and there was no indication of thorough examinations for vital areas like the head, ears, eyes, mouth, thorax, abdomen, cardiovascular system, integument, or respiratory system. Based on this lackluster report, I am left with reasonable doubts about whether my hard-earned money was spent on anything more than having my pet sit unattended for 20 minutes. This level of negligence and disregard for pet owners is utterly disheartening.
posted: 06/28/2023
Be forewarned that it is the policy of this establishment that you cannot be present while the doctor examines your pet. I did not stay for my appointment, after discovering this. I wholeheartedly disagree with this policy. I asked outright to be allowed to remain during the examination and was told several times "that is just our policy" with no further explanation as to why, even when I asked why several times. In my experience, pets are calmer when their owners are with them. Just as importantly, I am paying a professional to examine my beloved pet. To be told that I cannot be there during the services I am paying for is simply outrageous. How do I know you are even doing the examination or giving the shots? How do I know that you are treating my pet kindly? I don't know that if I am not present, and to be asked for that kind of trust up front from a new client is unfair. I usually have very good conversations with the doctor during the exam, learning more about my pet's health. That is how you build trust and rapport with your new clients. Why are the doctors at this place avoiding that? I think it is shady to have this policy. I do not recommend this establishment for those reasons.
posted: 06/03/2022
We recently came back here after a few years away and we are so glad we did!!!! They are always SO friendly, very responsive and was so nice to be able to schedule an appointment. They kept on time, the doc called us to discuss our pups plan of care, answered all of our questions (which were a lot since our dogs are like our children!) and we never felt rushed. We were presented with different options and scenarios which helped us to make decisions on his care and the best game plan moving forward. I felt that all the care was in the best interest of our pup. We will definitely be bringing our other little guy here when he’s due for follow up as well!
posted: 09/21/2021
You don't get to be with your pet during the exam. Found this weird. First time going there, will be looking for other vets in the LaGrange area with more personal service.
posted: 02/23/2023