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Gibbons Veterinary Clinic

4.8
4704 50 Ave, Gibbons, AB T0A 3A2, Canada

Best Pet Insurance in Gibbons, Alberta 2025

Hours:

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: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Saturday: 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Sunday: Closed

How to Save Money at Gibbons 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:

Top Pet Insurance Providers of 2025
Rating Provider Total Review
4.9 Fetch Canada 166
4.9 Furkin 348
4.1 Pets Plus Us 863
4.3 PHI Direct 31
4.8 Spot Canada 149
4.8 Trupanion Canada 25,888
1.0 Desjardins 1
5.0 OVMA 1
3.3 Peppermint 3
2.5 Petsecure 226
0.0 Sonnet 0

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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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Aaron Narayan

My wife and I adopted a 2.5 year old bully in late August. Unfortunately he had a broken canine. Insurance wouldn’t cover any procedures or treatment for this since it was pre existing. After getting quotes from around the city I did not find any vet clinics that could do the procedure for less than $1500. Thankfully my dad’s friend recommended Gibbons Veterinary Clinic. The price was way more reasonable. The staff was very kind and answered any questions I had. Will definitely be recommending them to all my friends!

K V

I actually truly love this vet, as he has done wonders for my pets over the years. But after today I have to leave a bad review not for him, because he is amazing, but the other staff. I have no idea if it's the same person but when my dog was put down this year, the woman who did it was not compassionate, and I didn't actually think she would be the one to do it but it turned out she was. She forgot to add the actual euthanasia to the bill, laughed, walked out, then brought it back and laughed about it. Extremely rude behaviour considering the circumstances. But then just now I called and asked for advice on bringing my puppy in who I think may have consumed mouse poison. She wouldn't give me an answer, said "I don't know", then said it's recommended, and laughed at me when I told her I'm an hour away. She kept laughing when I asked if I should go to a closer vet and said "probably". Like, sorry I'm not a vet and I don't know these things? Try being kind? I love this vet but I'll be making a formal complaint and not going back until I see an apology or that person moved elsewhere where she doesn't interact with people in distress.

Anonymous

I’ve had several troubling experiences with this vet office throughout 2024, and I can no longer trust them with my pets’ care. On one occasion, the vet immediately accused me of lying before I could even speak, simply based on my cat’s appearance. He diagnosed her with gingivitis but provided no advice or recommendations on how to manage her condition or take proper care of her. A second, more heartbreaking experience involved our family dog. When my mother brought her in because she was very ill, Dr. Iqbal accused us of improper supervision and care, suggesting that our dog had ingested antifreeze simply because she lived on a farm. He barely examined her and prescribed three different medications without a clear diagnosis. When we asked for recommendations on how to help our beloved pet, his response was, “I don’t know, it’s not my dog—you can figure it out.” Tragically, less than a week later, we lost our dog due to what turned out to be a misdiagnosed case of Pyometra. After consulting with our new vet, I found out that Pyometra is an easily diagnosed condition, and within the first two minutes of the visit, they would have known exactly how to treat it. The fact that Dr. Iqbal missed this diagnosis and failed to act appropriately is both shocking and devastating. Had he not been so accusatory and rude, our dog might still be with us today. On a third occasion, our 14-year-old senior dog had a seizure. When we brought her in, Dr. Iqbal again accused us of improper supervision, implying that our dog had ingested antifreeze simply because she lives on a farm. In reality, she had been inside her kennel all day, supervised due to her poor hearing and vision, and was only let outside briefly before the seizure occurred. Without running any diagnostic tests, the vet wanted to prescribe seizure medication, despite it being a one-time event. To make matters worse, most appointments at this office feel rushed, as if Dr. Iqbal no longer cares about his customers or his line of work. There’s little to no time spent discussing treatment options or showing genuine concern for the well-being of the animals. I’ve never had any issues with any of the vet techs—they have always been friendly, helpful, and shown good bedside manners. However, if the vet is no longer happy with the job he is doing, I strongly suggest a change. Otherwise, I foresee more unhappy customers. I’m disgusted by how this vet has treated both me and my family. His bedside manner has only worsened over time, and the repeated accusations, lack of proper examinations, and dismissive attitude have caused unnecessary distress for our pets and us. I would not recommend this clinic to anyone who values compassion and professionalism in their pet care.

Blake Wanotch

Absolutly amazing people. I live in the city with alot of vet options but once I seen so many people appreciating them. I gave em a try to continue my dogs apoquel prescription. They are amazing. Super informative so you know what your dealing with and the best ways to help your loved one. I honestly can say I'll drive the half hour to take my animals here anytime it's an option. From the deck clerk to the vet themselves and everyone in between. Super friendly and helpful. Thank you all for the AMAZING service for my banjo

Felicia Dakin

Such a wonderful place. I brought my cat here for the first and last time. They were very compassionate and patient with myself and my cat.

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