Parkrose Veterinary Clinic
4.9 (46) 4608 NE 102nd Ave a, Portland, OR 97220, USAHours:
Monday: 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Tuesday: Closed
Wednesday: 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Thursday: Closed
Friday: 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at Parkrose Veterinary 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 | 894 |
| 4.5 | ASPCA | 12,057 |
| 4.9 | Embrace | 20,305 |
| 4.9 | Fetch | 27,409 |
| 4.1 | Figo | 2,786 |
| 4.5 | Hartville | 177 |
| 4.9 | Healthy Paws | 10,736 |
| 4.8 | Lemonade | 815 |
| 4.6 | ManyPets | 2,428 |
| 4.6 | MetLife | 5,637 |
| 4.8 | Nationwide | 21,417 |
| 3.9 | Pet Assure | 15 |
| 4.4 | PetPartners | 117 |
| 4.3 | Pets Best | 14,113 |
| 4.7 | Pumpkin | 2,549 |
| 4.6 | Spot | 9,855 |
| 4.8 | Trupanion | 62,914 |
| 4.8 | Prudent Pet | 2,445 |
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
I had a very shy kitty, and Dr. Holmgren came to my apartment to treat her. Thank you, Dr. Holmgren. You truly have gentle hands and a warm heart. You are a very special person, and an excellent veterinarian. I really like that you use minimally invasive treatments whenever possible.
posted: 02/03/2022
Dr. Holmgren is the very best! We first got to know him in 1989 when we adopted our first pet from MCAS. We moved 45 minutes away a week later and continued care here for several years. When our cat got in a weekend fight, we began seeing another vet nearer our home. Bad mistake on our part as that other vet was not a gentle, experienced vet like Dr. H. Dr. Holmgren has the most caring, gentle spirit we've ever met. He has been there through the joys of adopting 8 kittens/cats and lovingly and gently helped us say goodbye to 3 aged cats who got cancer. Dr. Holmgren and his wife are so dear to my family both the pets and the humans! He truly is a rare gem of a guy and a veterinarian! Wish we could give him more than 5 stars!
posted: 08/31/2020
Excellent Vet and care from Parkrose Veterinary Clinic! I first met Dr. Holmgren when I rescued a dog from the street. He identified the breed, gave her shots and a checkup, and noted that my small place was not a good place for a large, extremely active and fast dog. With no owner ever coming forward, I found her an extraordinary home on over 100 acres where she runs like the wind every day and is happy with her new older buddy, which she plays with all day. My tiny rescue feral kitty needing fixing recently. At a previous vet in Vancouver, they had opened the carrier - though I told them she was wild and would try to escape - without any caution and she escaped. Took them almost an hour to round her up - and this from a clinic on an extremely busy highway. The vet told me and thought I was "kidding" about what she would do...and then laughed about it. I didn't find it funny at all. Dr. Holmgren knew her circumstances and had me stay in the room while he opened the carrier from the top in a closed room. He said this would not scare her as much as opening the front and reaching in to grab her. She got a thorough checkup and gave me advice. Then, she got her first anesthetic with me there, then off to surgery. At all times, the doors were closed and they were careful. You can imagine how nervous I was. They called when she was through the operation and safely in a cage and told me when I could pick her up. They told me how to care for her and what to do and not do. So unlike the other clinic. She is doing great and I'm so thankful for their care and attention to my fur babies.
posted: 06/19/2021
Amazing Vet!! Have taken all of my animals to him and he is so patient, knowledgeable, and doesn’t charge you for things your pet doesn’t need. Moved out of state and wish I could find a vet like him again.
posted: 08/16/2022
Dr. Holgrem is the best. A very kind and “old school” veterinarian. I have a rescue hound who is very weary of meeting new men and she’s super comfortable with him. If you have a nervous or shy dog this vet is perfect. Unlike other clinics there’s no yapping dogs in the back and it’s not full of nervous energy. You feel like you’re just walking into someone’s quiet home. 😊
posted: 09/16/2019
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