Cochrane Animal Clinic
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How to Save on Veterinary Costs at Cochrane 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 Cochrane 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.
| Rating | Provider | Total Review |
|---|---|---|
| 1.0 | Desjardins | 1 |
| 4.1 | Fetch Canada | 1,505 |
| 4.9 | Furkin | 351 |
| 5.0 | OVMA | 1 |
| 3.3 | Peppermint | 3 |
| 4.0 | Pets Plus Us | 881 |
| 2.5 | Petsecure | 226 |
| 4.1 | PHI Direct | 33 |
| 4.2 | Sonnet | 5,538 |
| 4.7 | Spot Canada | 266 |
| 4.8 | Trupanion Canada | 27,170 |
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
357 reviews
CARING STAFF We’ve had such a positive experience with this clinic for all of our cats’ healthcare needs, from routine check-ups and vaccinations to surgeries. The staff here are incredibly attentive and kind, genuinely committed to the well-being of our pets. GREAT SUPPORT Serena, Berlynne, and the entire reception staff, have consistently been helpful and courteous during our visits. Their kindness and professionalism make each visit smooth and reassuring. A special shout-out to Kat, the vet tech, whose assistance has been great in dealing with our feistier cat. We truly appreciate her support! EXCELLENT VETERINARY CARE Dr. Jason Dick and Dr. Kelsey Gray have been exceptional in taking care of our cats. They listen to our concerns and explain everything with clarity. Thanks to their expertise, our cats are thriving, and we couldn’t be more satisfied with the care they receive. AFFORDABLE PRICES The clinic also provides a good range of vet food at reasonable prices, which helps make regular visits more manageable. We highly recommend this clinic for anyone looking for dedicated and affordable veterinary care.
Sep 10, 2024
I have had a few different veterinarian office’s over my dogs life. Since moving to cochrane in 2019 I have used Cochrane Animal Clinic. Unfortunately my dogs have had some medical issues with infections and things relating to their old age. I’ve seen most of the vets at this clinic and have always been super happy with their service. The front desk staff are always so friendly and knowledgeable, I find it easy to get an appointment that works with my schedule. I do have to say that although I’ve seen a few different Vets. Dr. Chelsea Stone is our main veterinarian. Her approach with the animals is unmatched. She is so attentive, she really takes her time and makes sure my animals feel comfortable. I never feel rushed, she always makes sure that all our questions are answered, her articulation of all the medical jargon is amazing. I always leave feeling well informed of what’s going on with my pet. And on top of all of this, I do find their pricing to be very reasonable. If you need a new Veterinarian office. I highly recommend Cochrane Animal Clinic and Dr. Stone.
Oct 23, 2024
I can’t thank Cochrane Animal Clinic enough for their amazing care and service! My dog, Mallow, got scratched in the eye over the holidays, and our regular vet was closed. Cochrane Animal Clinic got us in the same day on a Saturday during the winter break. The staff was so kind, compassionate, and professional, and they took excellent care of Mallow. I’m so grateful for their prompt help and would highly recommend them to anyone needing a reliable and caring vet. Thank you so much!
Dec 28, 2024
We brought our border collie, Jake, here to get his boo boo treated. He chased after a deer in the woods during wild mushroom hunting and didn’t return for 20 mins. When he finally came back, he was walking slowly and he looked guilty. He was also a bit dirty so I got his towel and pat him down, only to hear him cry and wince in pain and then I saw blood. He had a giant tear on his chest. We were thinking that it might have been from a barbed wire wrapped around the perimeter of the house or from a fallen tree branch. I googled for first aid treatment and rinsed his wound with water and treated it with betadine. It was 8pm on a Sunday and there’s no open vet clinic so we brought him to Cochrane Animal Clinic first thing in the morning. Dr. Tegan Olesen was very pleasant and kind. She provided us options on how to treat Jake’s booboo and was genuinely kind for offering an affordable option that is still in Jake’s best interest. It’s rare to find a Vet clinic who doesn’t always go for the most expensive procedure. So then we opted not to get Jake’s boo boo stitched and they gave Jake a onesie and a complementary checkup.
Nov 19, 2024
Knowledgeable staff, good availability, work is done professionally. Only complaints are issues with communication with pet owners and questionable changes in planned work. When I brought my cat in for dental work it was originally expected by an independent vet office and this vet office to be 1-3 teeth needing removal and not much of an issue. Given the difficulty in diagnosing how much work was needed I selected on the form and confirmed verbally that if changes to the plan were needed then I wanted to be contacted. During the day of the dental work I was not contacted and arrived at the end of the day to discover extensive tooth removal had been done with 15 teeth being removed. My understanding was many of these were done as preventative care as they could pose issues in the future, but done on an elderly cat 15+ years old. The reason I was told I was not notified of the change in work was because they were behind and did not want to keep her under anesthesia longer than necessary. I would have given only 3 stars for the lack of communication (even when explicitly asked for), work being done that I don't believe was in the animals best interest, and the high final bill for all the extractions which was not communicated ahead of time. Giving 4 stars because I realize how difficult medical work is and want to hope the above was done out of concern for the animal and not a profit motivation. Would recommend here for minor issues but worth considering Calgary locations for major concerns.
Nov 22, 2024
Veterinarians in Cochrane, Alberta
Arrowhead Veterinary Centre
118 2 Ave W, Cochrane, AB T4C 2E7, Canada(403) 932-2370
Cochrane Animal Clinic
124 River Ave Bay 3, Cochrane, AB T4C 2C2, Canada(403) 932-5875
Cochrane Veterinary Care Clinic
57 W Aarsby Rd #7, Cochrane, AB T4C 1M1, Canada(403) 932-4138
River Path Veterinary Clinic
50 Fireside Gate #4106, Cochrane, AB T4C 2P3, Canada(403) 981-0051
Sunset Ridge Veterinary Clinic Cochrane
101 Sunset Dr #5105, Cochrane, AB T4C 0W8, Canada(403) 981-1515