Martindale Animal Clinic

4.4 (338 reviews)
100 Fourth Ave, St. Catharines, ON L2S 3P1, Canada

Hours

Monday 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM Tuesday 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM Wednesday 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM Thursday 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM Friday 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM Saturday 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM Sunday Closed

How to Save on Veterinary Costs at Martindale Animal Clinic

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 Martindale Animal Clinic? 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.

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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

338 reviews

I bring my bunny to Martindale. There were two but sadly one passed so now it is just one. If you want care that costs less do not go there. If you want incredible bunny care and are willing to pay then go there. I have nothing but praise for them as far as rabbits go. If you have a bunny I 1000% recommend you go to Martindale. Dr. Davis is an absolute blessing when it comes to bunnies. Dr. Barnes was amazing too when we saw her.

Nov 22, 2024

I realize that from time to time people don’t get the service that they expect they should get and are disappointed but thankfully for me all of my experiences with the Martindale Animal Clinic have met or exceeded my expectations. When it comes to the end of life care the Martindale Animal Clinic is second to none. After 2 emergency visits elsewhere, one giving very questionable care, my daughter and I had the most difficult decision to give her 14 month old baby his wings. When the staff at Martindale said we could take all the time we needed they actually meant it and I couldn’t be more grateful. From spending a very long time deciding in a regular exam room to spending even more time saying goodbye in their special room we did not feel rushed in any way, shape or form. The ambiance there was comforting and special. The extra added touch having a private exit door is even more going above and than they already had done. I realized just how good the Martindale Animal Clinic is at the end of life care when a short 2 weeks later I had to say goodbye to my 13 year old at another clinic. I felt rushed saying goodbye and I felt like they couldn’t get me out of the clinic fast enough. To solidify my opinion about Martindale, today after picking up the second set of cremaines , I received a card in the mail. It contained the most beautiful message inside as well as footprints, a nose print and a tuft of fur. Words can not express just how much this means to us; to take our feelings into consideration, to help us with the little things when we didn’t even know what little things we would want. Thank you to the Martindale Animal Clinic staff😽😽

Jan 29, 2024

A huge thank you to the amazing staff at Martindale Animal Clinic for taking care of our sweet storm. They have gone above and beyond taking care of him and treating the ulcer in his eye. I can’t thank them enough for the checkin calls and more importantly the love and empathy they have. Dr McGill is the kindest most gentle soul and I can’t thank her enough for the amazing caring acts she has done. If you have a pet ensure you take them to Martindale animal clinic. Word cannot express how thankful we are for this wonderful team.

Aug 7, 2024

If there was an option to give more stars I would. Martindale went above and beyond, the care and compassion by the vets and staff is amazing. Big thank you to Dr. Davis and the vet team for their care and compassion. Every moment our dog Lola was there during her final day we knew she was in the best care possible, the support and care towards my family and I during our dogs final day from the staff at Martindale was something we will never forget and it meant so much to us. A week after my dog had passed, I was having a rough day and when I got home I had received mail from Martindale vet clinic, and instantly upon opening I was in happy tears and smiling. They had sent me a very kind card along with paw prints from my dog Lola and some hair trimmings, this is something that means so much to me. A huge thank you from the Benner family. You helped us through the hardest day we had to go through and it meant so much to us. Dr. Davis and the vet team helped surround our dog Lola with so much love and kindness while we were there.

Aug 1, 2023

Absolutely blown away the way you run your business. I made an appointment for my dog 30 mins b4 appointment time. Then I received a call saying I must prepay b4 my appointment. Wow!!!!! U have not even meet us and you want your money. Tells me your all about the money. Unbelievable!!! Really shows what your in it for. You really need to do better!!! No other vet i called needed me to pay in full b4 we even meet you! You should be ashamed with this policy.

Jul 15, 2024