Animal Health Associates

4.6 (233)
2835 Willamette St, Eugene, OR 97405, USA

Hours:

Monday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Thursday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Friday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Saturday: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Sunday: Closed

How to Save Money at Animal Health Associates

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:

Top Pet Insurance Providers of 2024
Rating Provider Total Review
4.4 AKC 891
4.7 ASPCA 11,682
4.9 Embrace 16,115
4.9 Fetch 2,750
4.4 Figo 2,658
4.7 Hartville 164
4.9 Healthy Paws 7,531
4.9 Lemonade 805
3.2 ManyPets 2,372
4.6 MetLife 597
4.8 Nationwide 21,399
4.3 Pet Assure 12
4.7 PetPartners 112
4.5 Pets Best 7,257
4.3 Pumpkin 1,375
4.7 Spot 6,602
4.9 Trupanion 60,522
4.8 Prudent Pet 125

Or, you can simply get a fast quote from multiple providers and go from there.

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Getting 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

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Suanne Palazzolo

I love this place . I love the staff . The vet Dr. Andrew Tech was so great . I mean the way he explained things and the care and effort he gave us was above and beyond what I have been searching for in a vet . Been to several vets and on my search for a fabulous vet for my little angel Jack . I think we found our forever vet finally . I was very impressed and the office was clean . Room was clean . I just want to thank Andrew and the team here for really being the best we have found in the Eugene area . Never felt more confident my dog was cared for like he should be until I met Andrew and the staff . Thank you. I hope Dr. Andrew Tech never leaves because I’d pick him over any vet I’ve ever been too hands down . Oh yeah and they cut my dogs nails the most perfect cuts I’ve ever seen . My dog never has got that good because he is so hyper . I’m just so happy with the service . It’s just a breathe of fresh air feeling to know they are on your dogs side all the way .

posted: 04/25/2023

Ryan Ford

This vet started out great and came highly recommended. I had multiple great experiences in the beginning. Unfortunately the last two visits were near the end of the day and the staff seemed very checked out. They didn’t remember what my dogs appointment was for, not once but twice in a row. They didn’t effectively address my dogs eye issue in either appointment; however, they were very effective in charging me a ridiculous amount for next to no service being rendered during these appointments. Today I gave them one more chance and called to schedule an appointment. It was all too familiar. The receptionist who answered sounded very checked out. I explained to her why I was hesitant to make an appointment and had not come back in recently. She then told me that I needed a vital exam in order to get a simple gland expression done. The third time was the charm. It feels too much like a money grab and the actual care for my dog is a distant second priority. My lil man deserves better that this. We are on the hunt for a new vet.

posted: 06/13/2023

Stacey Lambert

I’ve been bringing my dogs to AHA since I moved here almost five years ago. Since moving, I also added a third dog to our family who is fear reactive to new people. The staff at AHA are amazing in regards to how comfortable the make my reactive dog feel and are always so accommodating when I’m wanting to do happy visits with her during their lunch hours. Dr. Fadden has been unbelievably helpful with all the health concerns my other pup has had over the years, including her anxiety & finding the right options for her. I honestly would not trust anyone else to help me care for my three knuckleheads; I’m so grateful for everything that they do!

posted: 05/01/2023

Dani

I love this place, but our curious cats would probably disagree:) The staff is so friendly, knowledgeable, compassionate, and great with the animals. Appointments are easy to obtain and you don't have to wait weeks for one. We've been able to get same day appointments several times due to emergencies. Something happens to the one EVERY July like clockwork and then some. They always call the day after an emergency to follow up, and then again the next week, and also send information by email.

posted: 08/07/2020

Amy Isler Gibson

Our family has been with Animal Associates for 30 years. Absolute trust with our animals. Docs and techs are knowledgeable and treat our pets like the family they are. I have sent many people to them over these years, with complete faith that I am sending them to great, caring professionals who also love their patients. Seriously wonderful.

posted: 03/15/2022