Animal Medical Clinic
4.6 (59) 1338 W Georgia St, Vancouver, BC V6E 4N9, CanadaHours:
Monday: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: Closed
Thursday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Friday: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at Animal Medical 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:
| Rating | Provider | Total Review |
|---|---|---|
| 4.9 | Fetch Canada | 166 |
| 4.9 | Furkin | 348 |
| 4.1 | Pets Plus Us | 863 |
| 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
This clinic is one of the best dog clinics I've ever used. Everyone knows your dog by name and they are very responsive. Once, during Christmas, I needed medication for my dog and they sent someone so I could pickup the drugs - there was no ATM so they said I can come back later to pay. Definitely bring your dog here if you can!
posted: 01/02/2025
Dr Sharp and all staff were absolutely wonderful. My wife and I brought our 5 month old pup here today. We had a great experience. Dr Sharp found out what was most likely causing Gucci’s digestive issues, the way she explained everything made complete sense. We were pleasantly surprised with the cost, no upselling or unnecessary vaccines etc.. would highly recommend.
posted: 09/09/2023
Of all the vets I've visited, Animal Medical has been the best by far. From the veterinarians to the assistants, everyone has always treated myself and my cats with compassion and kindness, providing excellent care and treatment. Dr. Wilke and Dr. Sharp listen to your concerns, provide expert opinions without pressure to pursue the more costly treatments, and do their very best, no matter the presenting concern. I would not hesitate to recommend this clinic to anyone. Thank you for all that you do!
posted: 07/15/2023
Dr Wilkie and all the other vets and nurses here took amazing care of Winston. Winston is a Scottish Fold, likely homozygous, and unfortunately has OCD, a degenerative disease for the cartilage. AMC took every care possible to ensure Winston has everything he needs to slow the progression of his OCD and prescribed all kinds of painkillers to suit his needs. I am happy to report Winston doesn’t need his meds yet but AMC went to incredible lengths to ensure that he lives a comfortable, cozy life! Their prices are also much more reasonable compared to any vet in this are, especially that one clinic near Denman (ahem). Anyway, we are very lucky to find Winston such a commit clinic! We really appreciate you guys. Also, we’re so flattered by all the views Winston’s pictures are getting :) if anyone wants more of him, you can find him on IG @winston.the.fold
posted: 12/27/2021
Had to put my cat down recently, and the folks here were incredible, giving me loads of information and really making sure i knew i was making the right choice, as he was no longer enjoying his life.
posted: 09/29/2024
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