Canyon Creek Pet Hospital, A Thrive Pet Healthcare Partner

3.7 (55 reviews)
5617 Silver Creek Valley Rd, San Jose, CA 95138, USA

Hours

Monday 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM Tuesday 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM Wednesday 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM Thursday 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM Friday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Saturday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Sunday Closed

How to Save on Veterinary Costs at Canyon Creek Pet Hospital, A Thrive Pet Healthcare Partner

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 Canyon Creek Pet Hospital, A Thrive Pet Healthcare Partner? 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.

Top Pet Insurance Providers of 2026
Rating Provider Total Review
4.8 Adoro 19
4.5 AKC 1,801
4.4 ASPCA 12,226
4.9 Embrace 19,970
4.9 Fetch 5,900
4.1 Figo 2,868
4.4 Hartville 183
4.9 Healthy Paws 11,365
4.8 Lemonade 833
4.6 ManyPets 2,416
4.7 MetLife 11,195
4.8 Nationwide 25,683
3.9 Pet Assure 15
4.3 PetPartners 121
4.9 Pets Best 15,326
4.8 Prudent Pet 2,864
4.7 Pumpkin 3,533
4.6 Spot 11,560
4.9 Trupanion 55,033

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

3.7

55 reviews

I love Canyon Creek! They take great care of my crazy Golden Retriever (soon to be two crazy Goldens). Every single staff member, from receptionists to technicians to doctors are so kind, caring, and helpful. They really make your pet feel like a priority. Everyone takes the time to fully and patiently explain every detail of your pet's appointment, which is impressive because everyone in the vet industry is stretched so thin right now. Dr. O'Hara and Dr. Gafter are such a pleasure to deal with - super professional, intelligent and informative with great bedside manner. I have most frequently been assisted by Genesis (technician) who is extremely skilled and personable - I am delighted to see her every time! My gratitude goes out to your team, your care for clients and love for our pets shows through everything you do.

Apr 1, 2023

They lost a loyal customer today. I brought my rescue here for everything and have already spent a lot of money because I always say YES to whatever they recommend. So when the vet said he’s due for an influenza shot but then I come back one week later for the booster and it’s on back order. He gets all his other boosters but expect me to come back and start his influenza shot boosters again. It’s 45 dollars a shot. So now I have to drive for two more appointments and have my dog get vaccines again because they administered a shot to my dog they didn’t even have a secured booster for the following week. Some of us don’t like unnecessarily giving our dogs expensive vaccines. All I was told is they can’t refund me because the first shot was administered. Again this is a shot they recommended and did not keep track of if there was going to be a booster to give him the following week. I usually go above and beyond for my dog for any issues he has and was happy with the vet techs, vets, and staff. They left me feeling scammed. Why advise someone to get a vaccine you don’t even have. I have easily paid 500 dollars at one appointment and never complained. This situation left me feeling like I can’t trust them to recommend vaccines or treatments. It’s truly poor business ethics to expect a client to pick up the slack on a mistake you made. The least you could do is refund the client if they chose to go somewhere else because you were not able to keep your end of the transaction.

Mar 7, 2023

The care team at Canyon Creek is exceptional. The doctors have prolonged my dog Belle’s life and helped us to navigate a cancer diagnosis while placing a high regard on quality of life! I would also like to personally thank Mallory for taking the time to listen to my concerns before my dog’s recent visit and expediting the office visit. Belle wasn’t as anxious and came through without the usual panting and stress that visiting the vet usually causes.

Jan 22, 2023

I brought my Miniature Schnauzer here because his previous vet couldn’t/wouldn’t provide a diagnosis of a very sick dog. I called Canyon Creek and was able to get him seen the next morning. The vet suggested they repeat the X-Ray from two weeks prior and she was able to diagnose liver cancer so at least we now knew what was wrong. Unfortunately, we had to say goodbye to our little guy and Canyon Creek vet and staff were emphatic and caring. We got to spend time with him and they made him comfortable and provided us privacy for a difficult time.

Dec 30, 2022

My dog had an emergency, I called them and they were able to accept me as a regular appointment the same day (much cheaper than emergency). Accepted us immediately. Was very efficient and professional! Also the price wasn’t bad for the Bay Area. One of the cheapest I came across. Thank you so much!

Dec 1, 2022