Algoma Veterinary Clinic
4.4 (49) 221 Birch St, Blind River, ON P0R 1B0, CanadaHours:
Monday: 9:30 AM – 3:30 PM
Tuesday: 9:30 AM – 3:30 PM
Wednesday: Closed
Thursday: 9:30 AM – 3:30 PM
Friday: Closed
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at Algoma Veterinary 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
* Desbarats Location One of the better experiences we've had for sure! Took our dog in for skin/allergy issues and left with a handful of products along with medication, rabies shot and total of $240 which was a pleasant surprise. Of course we all love our pets and will always give them the care they need, but it's also nice to not have an outrageous bill everytime you go to the vet. Thanks for the friendly helpful service!
posted: 10/12/2023
They were terrific in helping us with our family member, Teddie. Dr. King was exceptional in all regards.
posted: 02/28/2024
Very caring and compassionate. Beautiful staff. With how difficult the circumstances were; saying goodbye to a dear furry family member, The staff remained very gentle and accommodating. They care for both pets and their owners. Truely thankful for the help and care we received during such a heart breaking time. Thank you for all you do for the animals in our lives. ❤️
posted: 10/25/2022
Horrible place people are trash who run it the good reviews are ether from spare accounts/family/friends this place never go to idk how it was before COVID but after COVID this place is the ultimate useless place possible u can not even call it a proper vet at this point they take no new clients so if u are traveling past with a animal in bad condition say goodbye to it or if u plan on moving here might be a bad idea mostly if u care for ur pets since even the appointments they make for the old clients they have is around months apart some times at that point better hope it is not serious what ur animal
posted: 10/01/2023
I don’t know what they do, but my dog LOVES going to the vets. She was so impatient for them to come and get her, she raced to the door when they called her name. Great service and a happy puppy. What more could you ask for?
posted: 04/12/2022