Northside Paws Veterinary Care

5 (28 reviews)
5914 N College Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46220, USA

Hours

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 Closed Sunday Closed

How to Save on Veterinary Costs at Northside Paws Veterinary Care

Preventive care

Routine wellness exams can help identify health issues early, often before they become more serious or expensive to treat. Regular checkups are one of the most effective ways to manage long term veterinary costs.

Compare prescription pricing

Some pet medications prescribed at veterinary clinics may also be available through local or online pharmacies. It can be helpful to compare pricing when appropriate to reduce ongoing medication costs.

Consider pet insurance

Pet insurance may help cover a portion of eligible veterinary expenses depending on the plan, including accidents, illnesses, and in some cases preventive care. Coverage details, reimbursement levels, and deductibles vary by provider.

Why Pet Insurance Information Appears on This Page

Looking for information about Northside Paws Veterinary Care? This page also includes pet insurance resources to help pet parents understand how to prepare for unexpected veterinary expenses.

Veterinary care costs can vary widely depending on the type of visit, treatment, or emergency. Many pet parents explore pet insurance before they need it so they are better prepared when unexpected situations arise.

How to Choose a Pet Insurance Provider

Pet Insurance Review helps pet parents compare insurance providers using verified customer reviews and real-world experiences. Our tools make it easier to evaluate providers based on claims experience, service quality, and overall satisfaction.

We have collected more than 220,000 reviews from pet parents, creating one of the largest independent databases of pet insurance feedback available.

How rankings are determined

Unexpected veterinary expenses can happen at any clinic. The providers below are ranked using verified reviews submitted by real pet parents through Pet Insurance Review. Results reflect overall satisfaction, claims experience, and value based on real world feedback. Rankings are updated regularly as new reviews are submitted.

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Rating Provider Total Review
4.7 Adoro 11
4.5 AKC 1,798
4.4 ASPCA 12,184
4.9 Embrace 19,917
4.9 Fetch 5,715
4.1 Figo 2,854
4.4 Hartville 182
4.9 Healthy Paws 11,271
4.8 Lemonade 831
4.6 ManyPets 2,414
4.7 MetLife 10,468
4.8 Nationwide 25,450
3.9 Pet Assure 15
4.3 PetPartners 121
4.9 Pets Best 15,160
4.8 Prudent Pet 2,815
4.7 Pumpkin 3,413
4.6 Spot 11,370
4.9 Trupanion 55,033

Compare Pet Insurance Plans

You can compare coverage options from multiple providers to find a plan that fits your budget and your pet’s healthcare needs.


Getting to Know Your Veterinarian

Choosing a veterinarian is an important decision for pet parents. A strong vet relationship is built on trust, communication, and understanding your pet’s individual needs.

Experience

Ask whether the clinic has experience treating your specific type of pet, since care can vary between dogs, cats, and pocket pets.

Emergency Care Procedures

It’s helpful to understand how the clinic handles after-hours emergencies, including whether they provide emergency services or refer to nearby emergency hospitals.

Communication Preferences

Ask how the clinic communicates with pet parents, including updates, test results, and follow up questions.

Breed Specific Health Considerations

Some breeds may be more prone to certain health conditions. Early awareness can help with prevention and early treatment.

Facility Tour

If available, touring the clinic can help you and your pet feel more comfortable before the first visit.


Final Note

Pet care decisions often involve both medical and financial considerations. Having access to trusted veterinary information alongside pet insurance comparisons can help pet parents feel more confident when planning for their pet’s health and wellbeing.

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Reviews from Google

5

28 reviews

I am so grateful for the Northside Paws team and Dr. Frank. I have taken both of my cats there and each time have been so impressed. I love that they have a room specifically for cats, which my cat had a great time exploring. She is sometimes a little nervous at the vet, but I know having a welcoming space makes all the difference. Dr. Frank and her team are so knowledgeable and caring and I feel so good knowing they are looking after my pets. They do their best to get to patients quickly, diagnose the issue, and come up with a care plan. They are in a great location and have a fun, and clean facility. After my kitten was in the vet ER for the weekend, they continued to check on him through the week and let me know I could bring him in at anytime for further care/monitoring. I appreciate that they are as worried about my cats as I am! I will definitely continue to take my pets there and would highly recommend them to anyone in the area.

Nov 21, 2023

A neighbor who is a veterinarian referred us to Northside Paws for a new rescue pup Maggie and I wasn't sure how she would be due to reactivity towards new people. The staff were wonderful with Maggie and Dr Frank was awesome, they spent a lot of time with us and discussed all my concerns about her health and behavior. We were looking for a new vet after our beloved long time veterinarian Dr Murphy retired and moved away from Indy last year. Very happy and impressed with their service and genuine care for our girl Maggie! ❤️🐾

Sep 9, 2023

This is arguably the best bet I’ve ever been to. I have moved around a lot in the last six years, so I’ve seen a lot of vets for my 8yo Husky mix, Bolt. I submitted a request for an appointment after I found a bad tooth on Bolt and they were able to get me in the next day! Every member of the staff here is truly amazing; these ladies treat Bolt the way I do, which in turn made him much less anxious here than he normally is in a vet setting. Dr. Frank gave us a very fair and honest estimate after determining that extractions were needed, and got him scheduled for the surgery in the next two and a half weeks. They gave me the preop medications and instructions while I was there to make it easy for me. On surgery day, the drop off process went smoothly. I was so relieved to get the call that he was okay and out of surgery, and I really appreciated Dr. Frank taking the time out of her busy day to call me personally and tell me what was performed. I fully trust that she did whatever was necessary for my baby to be happy and healthy. Our total was thousands less than I was quoted for possible extractions at other vets in the area and I thank the team here for making great care accessible! Our pickup was smooth and the after care instructions were clear; even when I called back because Bolt was crying and disoriented, I was met with kindness in my panic and given advice (that worked!) on how to calm him down and get him to relax and rest. I received a call the following day to make sure everything turned out okay and it has, Bolt is already getting back to himself. I highly recommend Northside Paws to any pet parent that is looking for quality, honest care!

Oct 4, 2023

Dr. Frank and her team of Techs are the absolute best! I'm a first time puppy parent and they've been so supportive & compassionate with every challenge, especially during her spay and recovery. We've always been seen quickly and my pup loves to visit her friends now at the vet. Can't recommend more.

Nov 28, 2023

Wonderful veterinary clinic. Staff is super friendly & knowledgeable. They have systems in place to make the experience less stressful for dogs (I don't have cats, so I can't speak to their experiences,) if your dog would have any vet-stress. They manage the space, so the dogs generally do not have to come in contact with the other dogs coming into the building. The facility is clean without smelling of harsh chemicals. I cannot rave enough about the way they have the scale camouflaged! No idea why, but scales have generally been the one thing my dogs have not liked at past vets & this was the easiest time I've ever had with getting a weight.

Dec 1, 2023