Four Paws Veterinary Holistic Service
4.7 (30) 9764 Gayton Rd, Henrico, VA 23238, USAHours:
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: Closed
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at Four Paws Veterinary Holistic Service
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
We have a 7 month old puppy who was not being treated properly by another vet. My husband found Four Paws, and I’m so glad he did! What a professional and friendly experience from start to finish. The vet was super patient, took the time to care about my concerns, and provided a treatment plan that corrected an issue that we were struggling with for 6 months. What a difference! Thank you, Four Paws!!
posted: 05/22/2022
Dr. Lord does amazing work! She is so kind and patient with her patients! I have been so impressed at how much she has helped my pets with various ailments. I've learned more about nutrition for dogs than with any other doctor. Her staff is so sweet and do a great job. I am so impressed with everyone at Four Paws!
posted: 01/13/2015
I've been so impressed with all the caring staff at Four Paws : Dr. Lord , Meredith,Jennifer and Laura are the best staff ever. The positive energy that comes from the office and staff is very calming for me and my cat Wednesday . This team is amazing and they will never know how much there kindness and knowledge is appreciated . They deserve 100 stars .
posted: 09/01/2017
After x-rays at my regular vet showed that bad arthritis was the cause of my cat limping so badly, I took her for acupuncture. After the fourth or fifth visit, limping was almost gone. I spaced the visits out more and my 11 year old cat runs around the house like she is 5 again. I now plan on pacing out visits to about 8 times per year for continued care. But if she begins limping again, I will increase the frequency. Dr. Lorde is great and is not pushy about what you must do. She advises and leaves the care decisions up to you because you know your pet best. My human acupuncturist reminded me that animals do not have a placebo effect so the treatment either works or doesn't. Obviously it did! My cat isn't thrilled about being loaded in her carrier and taken there but after the tiny copper needles are inserted, she just lies down and waits until the treatment is done and the needles are taken out. I was quite surprised by her behavior. Sometimes she doesn't want to leave! Cat acupuncture is more expensive than human acupuncture but I guess there is a hazardous duty pay addition since there is no risk of me biting or scratching my acupuncturist. LOL! It was definitely worth the cost and time to see my cat act so young and agile again.
posted: 08/03/2019
While it's only been our 3rd acupuncture visit, I do feel it is helping my Frenchton get stronger and hopefully will encourage spinal walking. What I am not impressed with and disappointed in is how they are not considerate of others schedule except their own. I was in a mandatory meeting to discuss the disaster hurricane Ida has caused up along the eastern coast. People have lost their homes, out of power, no water. people have DIED. I called to say I was running late. what would they like for me to do..I can reschedule or I can come immediately. I was only 15 -20 min late. They said come on in but I would be charged a late fee..I said well then I'll reschedule. they said then you will be charged a cancelation fee. Remind you this was my first offense. I called and yet there was no lenience...BUT my first visit they was running late and had us wait outside in the rain or in our vehicle. So it's OK for them to run behind but you don't get that same
posted: 09/02/2021