Shellard Lane Animal Hospital
4.9 (560) 230 Shellard Ln, Brantford, ON N3T 0B9, CanadaHours:
Monday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at Shellard Lane Animal Hospital
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
Took our 11 week old Golden Retriever to see Dr. Sarah for her second puppy visit and shots. The experience we had was less than pleasant; all of the other staff were fantastic, patient and loving with the pup. However during our vet visit Sarah was rude, rushed through our appointment, didn’t examine the puppy with the concerns we have (UTI related and Cyst above pups eye). The information given about the vaccines was vague and extremely confusing. I’ve since booked our pups third visit with another office. I wouldn’t recommend seeing Dr. Sarah here.
posted: 11/26/2024
Always exceptional care for my two senior toy poodles. I’m never rushed. They always take the time to explain everything to me and I feel when I leave them there they are in good, caring, loving hands. They always do their best to get my pets in within a reasonable window. Pricing I feel is fair. I highly recommend Shellard Lane Animal Hospital.
posted: 03/21/2024
Sebastian was so excited and happy to see everyone at Shellard Lane Animal Hospital. I love that they treat us us with respect and care every time.
posted: 08/19/2024
I have never been treated so well at a vet clinic!! Dr. Meghan is incredible!! It's very clear that you all genuinely care for your little patients!! You now have 4 more!! Amazing experience!! Thank you from the bottom of our hearts!!
posted: 11/02/2024
I phoned Shellard Lane Animal Hospital with a serious medical emergency and they got my dog in right away. She had been poisoned and was dying. They got her stabilized, and then she had to spend the night at the emergency vet. They reassessed her in the morning and cleared her to go home. She has made a full recovery. We were both treated with kindness, and I felt that they were truly doing anything and everything to save her life. My dog Willow, is truly my best friend and she also volunteers as a therapy dog at the John Noble Home where she is adored. They saved her life and I will forever be grateful to them!!!
posted: 10/03/2024
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Shellard Lane Animal Hospital
230 Shellard Ln, Brantford, ON N3T 0B9, Canada(519) 720-0222