Animal Clinic

4.9 (729)
820 10 St SW #1, Calgary, AB T2P 2X1, Canada

Hours:

Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 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 – 5:00 PM

Saturday: 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Sunday: Closed

How to Save Money at Animal 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 862
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

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

Thinking of insuring your pet?

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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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Alexandra Radiukhina

Great clinic! My dog has no problem going to see a doctor when we need to. Doctor Fleur is very professional and friendly, feels like my dog is in a safe hands. The staff is very friendly and helpful. I’d 100% recommend this clinic

posted: 09/18/2024

Tyler Mayerchak

Amazing care for your pets. They are very professional, pleasant, knowledgeable and always go the extra mile. I know my dogs health is in the best hands anytime we visit. Pricing is reasonable as well and they will work with you to ensure you get the care your furry family member needs.

posted: 09/18/2024

Capri R

Dr Joe and the ensure team are fantastic. Our cats have been going to this clinic for over 20 years. They provide compassionate expert care over the entire life span. The entire staff take great care of both pets and owners. The clinic space itself is bright and welcoming.

posted: 12/25/2024

Petra Blundell

I’ve had Labrador Retrievers my entire adulthood and when we moved from Toronto we found the Animal Clinic simply because it was close to where we lived. What an amazing stroke of luck this was. Our chocolate lab Jack, who was my best friend, my everyday companion and teacher to everyone to move forward always with love, and my absolute soul dog. He was about 9 years old when we first met Dr. Joe, and he guided us through the couple good years we had left, and then through the unbearable months when Jack would come in nearly every other week to get a status on how his breathing was going (he had inflammation in his lungs that made it difficult to breath). For the last two years of his life I pushed him everywhere in a cart and he walked when he wanted to and got a ride when he wasn’t up for walking, but mostly I pushed him to the river so he could enjoy his number one love, swimming. When it was time to let him go it was done with love, compassion and sensitivity; Dr. Joe made the hardest thing I have ever had to do as peaceful, respectful and as lovingly as he could for my great big hearted Jack. When I said goodbye, I knew he went painlessly, surrounded by love; there’s no one on earth I would have wanted with us more than Dr. Joe. When I left the clinic alone, I didn’t think I’d ever be able to have another dog. When I picked up his ashes, the staff gave me the most beautiful card with a sketch of a lab’s head on the front and everyone not only signed it, but wrote something lovely about their memories of Jack. They included clippings of his fur in the card. His ashes are now inside his favourite ball and the rest are in his favourite swimming hole. As it happens, I did move on (though I still miss Jack terribly) and now I take my Lab Finnegan to see Dr. Joe. This clinic was sensitive to my feelings, and memories of losing Jack, so they didn’t bring Finnegan and me to the room where Jack died when I brought him in. I can’t say enough wonderful things about Dr. Joe and his team. You will always be treated with compassion and kindness and will be charged fairly. I’m so grateful to have this clinic and Dr. Joe and wouldn’t go anywhere else, even though we no longer live close to the clinic. This is where you need to bring your fur babies; give them a try, you won’t regret it.

posted: 03/14/2024

Alexis Dachtler

We were very impressed and reassured with the vet service we received yesterday. Dr Joe was patient. kind, compassionate and really took the time to put our anxious doggo at ease - something no vet in the UK did for four years. Dr Joe was thorough and took time to explain and check our dog carefully. The facilities are fantastic and the tasty treats provided to make pets happier is a thoughtful and generous touch. I cannot recommend the practice highly enough! All the staff we interacted with were kind, professional and caring. You could not wish for a nicer experience for your pet. Thank you!

posted: 10/23/2024