West Springs Veterinary Hospital
4.7 (199) 917 85 St SW, Calgary, AB T3H 5Z9, CanadaHours:
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: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at West Springs Veterinary Hospital
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 4.9 | 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?
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 been bringing our pets to West Spring Vet for many years now. We have always had exceptional and compassionate care from all the staff. The front end staff are always very helpful, knowledgeable and polite. We feel very lucky to have found such a wonderful group of people to care for our pets.
posted: 08/03/2024
Staff is super friendly and professional. They love my dog which really helps. ;-) The doctor was very informative and answered all my questions and took care of everything right in the room with me which allowed me to support my g'boy. Also, I have to drive a bit to get there and the now completed Stoney trail makes it quick. I would definitely recommend to anyone.
posted: 08/01/2024
I have been taking my pets to West Springs Veterinary Hospital for many years and have always received wonderful care. Every veterinarian we have seen has been caring and knowledgeable and they are very proactive in following up after any procedure. The prices are reasonable and the care is phenomenal.
posted: 07/08/2024
I have been a client of Dr Elock’s for over ten years and every visit just gives me another reason to love her and her team. Dr Elock is kind and patient and incredibly knowledgeable, and will not give up on your pet until every avenue has been exhausted. You immediately become part of the family when you book with Dr Elock. She has expanded her knowledge to include holistic management to be used in conjunction with traditional vet care. I will literally never go to another vet if given the choice, because Dr Elock’s care is simply unparalleled. She is an integral part of my family and my cats are so, so dang lucky to have her on their team (and so am I!). Dr Hammond has a heart of gold. She is thorough in her work and brings all options to the table in more complicated cases. Dr H brings compassionate, kind, patient, educated care to each appointment and really cares about your pet’s wellbeing. On the hardest day for any pet owner, she cries with you because she loves your critters, too. Dr Harris is also wonderful! She knows her stuff and is just a lovely human! She’s funny and kind and will work hard for your pets. She is an excellent addition to the West Springs team. Dr Primrose has such a broad spectrum of interest when it comes to vet med. Always keen so see, treat, and learn more and more about less common and exotic pets. All four vets have a wonderful way of explaining things. Whether you’re asking just to understand something about your own pet, or whether you’re asking an endless slew of questions for your own personal interest, each doctor is down to explain and inform! I have had the great privilege of learning from all four doctors at WSVH and am thankful for everything they’ve taught me. The techs and front of house girls are AMAZING! They love your pets so much. The front desk gals, in particular, are what keeps this show on track. They are so skilled at what they do and WSVH wouldn’t be the same without them. To have FOUR unicorn vets in one practice is beyond lucky. Give these folks a shot - your pets deserve to be WSVH pets. 💜🐈🐶
posted: 12/07/2021
Whoever is working your reception desk Tuesday September 10 at 9:00am is the most unhelpful, condescending, careless staff member. You need to find someone better to represent your company. I will never bring my pets here based off our conversation, which lasted less than a minute I might add. Shame on her, and shame on you for hiring her.
posted: 09/10/2024
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