South Paws Veterinary Surgical Specialists
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How to Save on Veterinary Costs at South Paws Veterinary Surgical Specialists
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 South Paws Veterinary Surgical Specialists? 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.
| Rating | Provider | Total Review |
|---|---|---|
| 4.8 | Adoro | 16 |
| 4.5 | AKC | 1,800 |
| 4.4 | ASPCA | 12,204 |
| 4.9 | Embrace | 19,947 |
| 4.9 | Fetch | 5,811 |
| 4.1 | Figo | 2,862 |
| 4.4 | Hartville | 182 |
| 4.9 | Healthy Paws | 11,318 |
| 4.8 | Lemonade | 832 |
| 4.6 | ManyPets | 2,416 |
| 4.7 | MetLife | 10,884 |
| 4.8 | Nationwide | 25,582 |
| 3.9 | Pet Assure | 15 |
| 4.3 | PetPartners | 121 |
| 4.9 | Pets Best | 15,252 |
| 4.8 | Prudent Pet | 2,845 |
| 4.7 | Pumpkin | 3,475 |
| 4.6 | Spot | 11,470 |
| 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
67 reviews
I can’t say good enough things about southpaws! After a three week downhill battle with our dog at two other clinics, my five year-old active girl stopped walking and was miserable. Out of desperation, another clinic referred me to South paws. I called them and they were so sweet on the phone and told us to come on in. we had an hour and 15 minute drive from our house and got there at 4:45 when they closed at 5 PM. Dr. Newton and her team stayed late (like 7:30/8PM!) to evaluate her, give her fluids, and run blood work. The Night Shift nurse was incredible and honestly, the whole staff was just phenomenal. They treat you like part of the family. While she had two overnight stays, we received numerous calls from dr Newton and the team updating us and going over care plan and just brainstorming. Since being home, we have also received many calls checking in on how Willow has been doing. Dr. Newton also kept our vet in Baton Rouge informed and talked to him the night that we brought Willow in to go over everything that we had been dealing with for three weeks. I can’t thank y’all enough. We are forever grateful.
Oct 21, 2024
First off, I have never written a review but for this one I had to. I had two dogs, Ciroc (9 yrs old Lab mix) and Ziggy (4 yrs Shi-Poo.) Ciroc had to be put down in March 2024 as he had a tumor. While grieving but yet coping with his loss, within a few weeks, my lil' fur baby Ziggy had a CCL injury and before I could wrap my head around it, he injured the other leg. My world turned upside down and I had to find someone that I could trust with his surgery; I decided to go with South Paws. My consultation was better than I would have expected because I went in nervous with a stress level through the roof. I left feeling okay after Dr. Newton explained thoroughly what I would be dealing with through the entire process. She speaks with a calm and very caring yet knowledgeable attitude that spoke in volumes to me regarding the best care possible for my fur baby Ziggy. Whenever I had questions or any concerns they replied promptly. My experience was a 100 thanks to the awesome caring staff that made me feel comfortable and showering my fur baby with the love and affection to get him through all of this. His recovery was amazing, he hit his goal posts ahead of schedule and is getting stronger and loving his new set of legs that his awesome doctor, Dr. Jenifer Newton, provided him. Thanks South Paws, you all are the best! I would highly recommend without a doubt!
Oct 10, 2024
There’s not enough space to say enough about South Paws! They saved my baby Frenchie from being paralyzed by taking him in doing surgery within 6 hours of us bringing him in for the first time! They are kind compassionate and he is having a phenomenal recovery ❤️🩹! If I need anything again I will drive 3.5 hours to take my my pets to South Paw in Mandala Louisiana!!!🐾!!! Pricing was reasonable also! TY a million! Diesel is forever a South Paw!!🐾 👍👏🐾
Dec 26, 2024
My cat got hit by a car. It was really scary; we weren’t sure she was going to make it. Dr. Blazevich and the team at Southpaws not only saved her life, but made the process as smooth and comforting as possible every step of the way. They continued to reach out to us after the surgeries to be sure healing was going as hoped for. This is a team that cares. Our household is forever grateful.
Dec 24, 2024
I returned to South Paws with another of my pets after great success with a previous dog and a wonderful experience with Dr Bob Hancock. He was a miracle worker and gave both me and my pet the much appreciated quality time prior to her death. So I did not hesitate to return. HUGE MISTAKE Hancock's untimely death, a massive turnover in staff, and a new owner have turned this once flagship practice into an apathetic money pit. Highly recommend that prospective customers do their homework. You will be asked for payment in full before anything is done, your pet will be wisked away, and you will not be allowed to observe the Dr exam, or any therapy performed under the guise of deceptive lame excuses. And then receive only a sparce/ albeit worthless record containing no data of what may have been done. Huge red flag when a vet wants to separate owners from pets to perform any observation or procedure without owner's presence. I will miss Dr Hancock's knowledge and mastery. Luckily, there are now alternatives .
Dec 4, 2024
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