Olds Pioneer Veterinary Services
4.7 (142) 6110 Imperial Way, Olds, AB T4H 1M5, CanadaHours:
Monday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at Olds Pioneer Veterinary Services
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
I had a fabulous experience here. - I had my cat spayed. She turns into a psycho/feral animal at the vet and they had no complaints over her horrid attitude. Her spay had no complications, she is healing nicely, and the stitches were disolvable so I did not have to go in to have them removed. The spay was also the cheapest I've come across! - One of my cats had blood in her urine. I took her in, and they diagnosed her issue quickly. The staff were very thorough when we were going over her symptoms. Her aftercare was well explained and prevention methods were offered as well. - My dog had dental surgery. She had a front tooth removed. They even pulled the root of a tooth she had lost previously out for no extra cost. - The staff are very friendly and knowledgeable. They explained the after care very well. The vet was thorough, approachable, and asked lots of questions. Since my initial visits I have moved an hour away, but I will continue to make the drive because I know I can trust them completely to care for my animals.
posted: 04/13/2024
I've never in my life met such caring and compassionate people. We brought our litter of Rottweiler pups to Lisa for an after hours call in which she rushed in to meet us. She was so wonderful. Then again today with Hans. He was so thorough and gave us so much information. They were so busy today and he still took so much time with our pups to make sure each one was okay. The ladies at the front were so kind and welcoming and did everything they could to get us in right away. We will never take our pets anywhere else. 🩷
posted: 07/26/2024
We just took our cat to the vet today for an emergency appointment. Lisa and her team are amazing. They always find an appt to care for your sick animals. The admin team are great also greeting us very professionally. Would highly recommend this practice.
posted: 08/13/2024
Everyone was so nice and the vet he really nice he did his job not over charging very fare I will keep going there Very good place thank you all for being so kind i love my fur babie very much
posted: 11/21/2024
My mom took my boy Dante in today after months of my sister (who own’s Dante’s brother) pushing for us to change vets and Dr. Lisa is amazing. I am absolutely blown away by how wonderful his first visit went. After years and years of fighting for what my boy needs, Dr. Lisa is the first vet we have found to actually listen to us, take what we are saying and make a plan of action based on our opinion, her medical opinion and his history. I’m happy and optimistic about Dante’s quality of life and if I could give more than 5 stars I would. Thank you Dr. Lisa and team!
posted: 10/01/2024
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