St. Albert Animal Clinic

4.7 (148 reviews)
22 St Anne St, St. Albert, AB T8N 1E9, Canada

Hours

Monday 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM Tuesday 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM Wednesday 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM Thursday 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM Friday 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM Saturday Closed Sunday Closed

How to Save on Veterinary Costs at St. Albert Animal Clinic

Preventive care

Routine wellness exams can help identify health issues early, often before they become more serious or expensive to treat. Regular checkups are one of the most effective ways to manage long term veterinary costs.

Compare prescription pricing

Some pet medications prescribed at veterinary clinics may also be available through local or online pharmacies. It can be helpful to compare pricing when appropriate to reduce ongoing medication costs.

Consider pet insurance

Pet insurance may help cover a portion of eligible veterinary expenses depending on the plan, including accidents, illnesses, and in some cases preventive care. Coverage details, reimbursement levels, and deductibles vary by provider.

Why Pet Insurance Information Appears on This Page

Looking for information about St. Albert Animal Clinic? This page also includes pet insurance resources to help pet parents understand how to prepare for unexpected veterinary expenses.

Veterinary care costs can vary widely depending on the type of visit, treatment, or emergency. Many pet parents explore pet insurance before they need it so they are better prepared when unexpected situations arise.

How to Choose a Pet Insurance Provider

Pet Insurance Review helps pet parents compare insurance providers using verified customer reviews and real-world experiences. Our tools make it easier to evaluate providers based on claims experience, service quality, and overall satisfaction.

We have collected more than 220,000 reviews from pet parents, creating one of the largest independent databases of pet insurance feedback available.

How rankings are determined

Unexpected veterinary expenses can happen at any clinic. The providers below are ranked using verified reviews submitted by real pet parents through Pet Insurance Review. Results reflect overall satisfaction, claims experience, and value based on real world feedback. Rankings are updated regularly as new reviews are submitted.

Top Pet Insurance Providers of 2026
Rating Provider Total Review
1.0 Desjardins 1
4.1 Fetch Canada 1,551
4.9 Furkin 351
5.0 OVMA 1
3.3 Peppermint 3
4.0 Pets Plus Us 884
2.5 Petsecure 226
4.1 PHI Direct 33
4.2 Sonnet 5,628
4.7 Spot Canada 277
4.8 Trupanion Canada 27,190

Compare Pet Insurance Plans

You can compare coverage options from multiple providers to find a plan that fits your budget and your pet’s healthcare needs.


Getting to Know Your Veterinarian

Choosing a veterinarian is an important decision for pet parents. A strong vet relationship is built on trust, communication, and understanding your pet’s individual needs.

Experience

Ask whether the clinic has experience treating your specific type of pet, since care can vary between dogs, cats, and pocket pets.

Emergency Care Procedures

It’s helpful to understand how the clinic handles after-hours emergencies, including whether they provide emergency services or refer to nearby emergency hospitals.

Communication Preferences

Ask how the clinic communicates with pet parents, including updates, test results, and follow up questions.

Breed Specific Health Considerations

Some breeds may be more prone to certain health conditions. Early awareness can help with prevention and early treatment.

Facility Tour

If available, touring the clinic can help you and your pet feel more comfortable before the first visit.


Final Note

Pet care decisions often involve both medical and financial considerations. Having access to trusted veterinary information alongside pet insurance comparisons can help pet parents feel more confident when planning for their pet’s health and wellbeing.

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Reviews from Google

4.7

148 reviews

We have been coming to St. Albert Animal Clinic for over 9 years and have seen both Dr. Burgess and Dr. Brooks. Both doctors are kind, compassionate, caring, knowledgeable and straightforward, which we appreciated. We had been coming pretty frequently over the last year, due to our pup's declining health. When we needed to be seen more urgently, they always fit us in. We felt they truly cared about our boy and wanted what was best for him. They worked together to find solutions and treatment options for us. Unforunately, we had to make the difficult decision to say goodbye to our boy on December 27th. Dr. Brooks and the team were amazing and made a very difficult day a little bit easier.

Dec 31, 2024

I have been going to this clinic for 13 years. I am surprised at all the 5 star ratings. My dog has had chronic ear issues for the past couple years. It’s been constant $300-400 vet bills every 1-2 months with no solution. When a med starts to work they provide a quarter bottle refill and charge me to go back again for another check, pluck, panel and then prescribe the same med. I was referred to an ear canal surgeon which was $8k. It’s becoming almost impossible to be a pet owner with the high vet fees and after 13 years as a loyal client I expected more understanding and care. They do not advise what you will be charged until you are at the checkout. It’s like an expectation you will pay anything for your pet. $80 shampoo as one example. I was told “I will give you a bottle of prescription shampoo” only to find it was $80 filled. I have recently changed to a vet who is recommending dietary changes, probiotics - things I never once heard about at this clinic. I am disappointed in St AB Animal Clinic and the new vet tech, Ashley, was quite rude to me and would not allow me a phone call with Dr Burgess. Dr Burgess is also difficult to get into which results in having to see different vets at her clinic throughout the years and not all have been good. I look forward to my pets final years at a clinic who cares about the cause of the allergy and infection issues rather than the steroids, shots and money.

Apr 4, 2024

Cannot say enough good things about Dr Burgess and the ladies at the desk at St Albert Animal Clinic! They are the most caring, kind and considerate ladies! Dr Burgess helped me and my furbaby through a very difficult and emotional week. Her caring/ love of animals and her caring professionalism with the parents of animals is outstanding. I have being going there for years and her attention to the animals and the time she takes to talk and ease our concerns is outstanding! The service there is the best!

Mar 30, 2024

There’s not enough words to describe how truly wonderful this clinic and their staff are. A month ago, I lost two dogs in one week, both due to cancer. As you can imagine, it was heartbreaking. But what made everything easier to deal with was the staff. Specifically Dr. Burgess and Dr. Brooks. Euthanizing a pet is never easy, but both made the process so warm and peaceful. I have such gratitude to both of them and every single vet tech and employee who works there. The staff there truly do care for your pets. I will continue to be a client there with every dog I have in my life because I know that they will receive the best care possible.

Jul 16, 2023

Been going to Kelly for many years, ever since I can remember. I recently went here for my big dog Bailey. She had kennel cough, Kelly took me in immediately without an appointment and was so kind. It was so reasonably priced ($260 total) for my giant Newfoundlander and got in within 15 mins of calling and explaining what was going on. I am so great full. And so is bailey

Sep 16, 2021