Central Ontario Veterinary Services

4.4 (27 reviews)
51 Churchill Dr, Barrie, ON L4N 8Z5, Canada

Hours

Monday 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM Tuesday 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM Wednesday 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM Thursday 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM Friday 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM Saturday Closed Sunday Closed

How to Save on Veterinary Costs at Central Ontario Veterinary Services

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 Central Ontario Veterinary Services? 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
1.0 Desjardins 1
4.1 Fetch Canada 1,551
4.9 Furkin 351
5.0 OVMA 1
3.3 Peppermint 3
4.0 Pets Plus Us 884
2.5 Petsecure 226
4.1 PHI Direct 33
4.2 Sonnet 5,628
4.7 Spot Canada 277
4.8 Trupanion Canada 27,190

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

4.4

27 reviews

Dr. Drew has been my horses veterinarian for the past 25 years and I can’t say enough about him and this company! I’m a fellow veterinary professional and I feel so lucky to have Dr. Drew’s skills and years of experience. I would rate them higher if I could!

Dec 18, 2024

If I could give this clinic a NO STAR rating I would for sure do so, I’ve given this clinic thousands of dollars over the years for vet checks of my horses and emergency phone calls for my cows and calves… I was shocked and absolutely disgusted they want to deny me service, When they’re the only vets in the area that service here. If I had the chose I would never have given them a penny from the very start. I was totally taken advantage of, and extremely mistreated. The owners are CARELESS. If you read this review all facts are 100% honest, I’d run from this clinic even if your animal is in distress.. Find another vet that cares about their clients and mostly the animals. BIG SHAME!

Aug 22, 2024

This is a wonderful clinic. The vets are amazing I know this because all of them have helped my animals. Dr. Stoddard has worked with my minis and horses. A fabulous compassionate knowledgeable vet. Dr Ryan has worked with my goats, pigs and minis also compassionate and knowledgeable. Dr. drew has worked with my horses and minis again great. I highly recommend this vet clinic.

Dec 8, 2023

Always attentive and professional. Drew has been my horse vet since he started from school and is a great vet and friend. I highly recommend all the vets from this clinic

May 12, 2023

We have the best Veterinarians in Simcoe County if not Ontario!!! It's doesn't matter what time of day or night or which vet that responds to your phone call they are second to none. On a scale of 1 to 10, I am going to rate them 10 out of 10 on the following: Response time (emergencies), knowledge, willingness to help, compassion, empathy, client service, client interaction, sharing up to date information as it is available, not to mention their attention to detail regarding COVID precautions. A special thank you to Dr. Drew Hunnisett, Dr. Christie Ryan and Katelyn in the office for your support yesterday, last night and especially today! I wouldn't go anywhere else. THANK YOU

Aug 26, 2020