Four Paws Wellness Center
4.7 (36) 600 NE Savannah Dr, Bend, OR 97701, USAHours:
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: Closed
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at Four Paws Wellness Center
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 | 5,697 |
| 4.9 | Embrace | 10,255 |
| 4.9 | Fetch | 174 |
| 4.4 | Figo | 587 |
| 4.7 | Hartville | 164 |
| 4.9 | Healthy Paws | 7,475 |
| 4.9 | Lemonade | 781 |
| 3.2 | ManyPets | 11 |
| 4.6 | MetLife | 424 |
| 4.8 | Nationwide | 21,391 |
| 4.3 | Pet Assure | 12 |
| 4.7 | PetPartners | 98 |
| 4.5 | Pets Best | 7,194 |
| 4.3 | Pumpkin | 54 |
| 4.7 | Spot | 160 |
| 4.8 | Trupanion | 55,007 |
| 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
Dr. Steve is an excellent vet and ideal for me in the natural medicine vs pharmetuical. Help put my dog's stomach issues back on track. My English Boxer got to live 13-1/2 to. Tammy is exceptional too.
posted: 03/12/2022
I always dreaded the Vet due to my usually very sweet Huskys not so nice reaction. She almost bit my last vet 😬 The first time we saw Dr. Steve I explained her usual behavior. He spent time with us and watched her. He noticed she peed a little and said, “Oh my goodness, she’s nervous, scared”. I felt like a bad Mom, I just thought she was being a little toot!! But in fact she was scared. 😕 This last time we went she lathered Dr. Steve with kisses!! I still ask we muzzle her just in case, which Elsa (my pup) does not mind it for the short time. I am so very Grateful to Dr. Steve for taking his time, helping me realize Elsa was scared, maybe a traumatic past, she wasn’t being bad!! I nor Elsa dread our visit anymore! Thank you Dr. Steve!!! 😁🐶💞
posted: 08/01/2018
Dr. Steve is awesome! I love his “holistic” approach to caring for my pup. He doesn’t shove unnecessary shots down my (or my dog’s ;) throat just to make a buck (as most vets do). I trust his advice. I’m sad I’m moving, as I will struggle to find someone like him elsewhere.
posted: 04/18/2018
Four Paws has taken care of our pets for 15 years. They are amazing, very patient and kind. We have several rescue animals some of whom have had health issues, they have addressed skin, ear, digestive, heart and behavioral problems and comforted us when nothing more could be done for two of our furry family members. I highly recommend them.
posted: 02/29/2016
I love that Dr. Steve is open to trying some alternative ways to treat our pets and doesn't push any treatments. He's very informative and calm. The staff are all very nice.
posted: 08/10/2021
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