Best Friends Animal Clinic
4.6 (139) 1313 N Harrison Ave, Shawnee, OK 74801, USAHours:
Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at Best Friends Animal Clinic
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
The Best Friends team is THE best - From Dr Roach and his capable staff, all provide top-notch care and make us feel like we are family. They are compassionate, and extremely knowledgeable - they never go for a cookie cutter fix, but look at the issues your pet is facing and outline options for treatment. Could not be happier with this clinic!
posted: 06/03/2021
My dog was diagnosed with a lung cancer in January 2020. We have been seeing a local vet for cancer treatments using a SanaWave machine. When their machine broke down, I contacted the manufacturer because I did not want him to miss any treatments. They reached out to Bets Friends Animal Clinic to see if they could help. The folks at Best Friends Animal Clinic responded with open arms. We drove the 10.5 hours to Shawnee. We arrived late in the afternoon and were met with a very warm reception. Dr. Roach gave Murphy a brief exam and we started the SanaWave treatment a few minutes later. I am very impressed with their holistic approach. Dr. Roach made some suggestions for treating my dog. I brought those back and talked to my local vet about his suggestions. We will be adding these to his treatment plan. These folks are terrific. All have a wonderful bedside manner and you can see the love they have for our pet friends. I could not asked for better care for my dog. Thank you for rolling out the red carpet for Murphy!
posted: 10/18/2020
Great care! Friendly & pet loving staff. Dr. Roach is great with people and pets. However the clinics prices have really gone up, and it is far too expensive to take our pets there now.
posted: 03/03/2023
My greyhounds have been patients of Dr. Roach for about three years. Because of Dr. Roach's knowledge, resources and genuine care and concern I was able to have 6 more months with one of my hounds after he was diagnosed with congestive heart failure. I'm certain that without Dr. Roach's multi-disciplined approach to medicine Phoenix's time would have been shorter. Dr. Roach's bedside manner with my fur babies has always been kind and compassionate; kindness and compassion are evident in his staff as well. Dr. Roach has always responded to emergency calls quickly. Dr. Roach has never tried "pad" my bills with unnecessary test and treatments and has always made me feel like I'm an important part of my pets healthcare team by discussing treatment options that provide the highest level of care while helping me stay within a budget. The bottom line is simple. If you want a vet that provides high quality care, uses both traditional and holistic medicine, and treats both you and your pet with the utmost respect, kindness and compassion then look no further than Dr. Roach and Best Friends Animal Clinic!
posted: 08/29/2017
I love BFAC for my dog Kyoto! Matter of fact we felt like family there! It's not just for the pets, it's for the owners of these pets as well!! Just knowing 1 of their fuzzy furry family friends are in safe hands!! Kyoto loved the staff there!! & I did as well! We happened to move in the city area! I was told there would be the best friend animal clinic in our area! So far we haven't had any luck locating 1 close by 😢! I was so disappointed! Because everyone there @ best friend animal clinic Kyoto truly loved! Which I felt if he felt this being like a secondary home so did I! He loved everyone there on staff! I would truly recommend anyone to take their pets there! They are in safe hands! We just miss not getting to see everyone there! I know if Kyoto saw them again I know he would remember everyone there on staff! I'm hoping since it's harder to get him back @ best friend animal clinic area that he can be seen @ another facility he can feel @ home like he did there @ BFAC!! So far we are still searching. But I know it's never going to be the same there!!
posted: 12/17/2022
Veterinarians in Shawnee, Oklahoma
Best Friends Animal Clinic
1313 N Harrison Ave, Shawnee, OK 74801, USA(405) 273-5617
Dogwood Vet Hospital
1415 N Kennedy Ave, Shawnee, OK 74801, USA(405) 273-1975
Ellis and Bellinger Veterinary Clinic
39002 Hardesty Rd, Shawnee, OK 74801, USA(405) 275-6498
Northside Veterinary Hospital
121 W 45th St, Shawnee, OK 74804, USA(405) 273-3700
Shawnee Animal Hospital
1509 N Kickapoo Ave, Shawnee, OK 74804, USA(405) 275-0990