Long Branch Animal Clinic
4.6 (284) 3459 Lake Shore Blvd W, Etobicoke, ON M8W 1N2, CanadaHours:
Monday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at Long Branch Animal 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 | 862 |
| 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
Everyone here is great. Everything you could want from veterinary clinic and a place that I feel very comfortable in entrusting my best friend’s medical health and well-being to. Even in your best friends final moments or days I couldn’t think of a more honest and respectful place to be and to have as a support during my difficult time.
posted: 10/02/2024
All the staffs are so nice and friendly. Especially, we are so lucky to have a professional, kind and open minded doctor like Dr Wong in last 3 years. And also thank you for Avery (RVT) and Sandy (Client Care) to take care of Correy (20 years old boy) with love and kindness. we really appreciate. P.S. Dr Wong and Dr Zimmerman are no longer works in this clinic.
posted: 12/19/2023
I got my cat Musk neutered here in the end of June, and the whole process was great. They gave me an appointment within two days, and in two days more they performed the surgery. He was sent home with some pain medication, and was feeling good. I am grateful to all the staff for their professionalism and compassion, this is a great place to bring your pets. The veterinary team is knowledgeable and friendly. My baby was calm during the examination, it was stress free for him abs that’s all that matters. Thank you for the excellent care you provide to our pets!
posted: 09/27/2023
I'm shocked by how accurate Dr. Kennedy's diagnosis was. Our cat went in with complications, Dr. Kennedy prescribed 2 low cost medicines to treat it, and dismissed costly ultrasounds, CT scans and blood samples as being too overly cautious. So not only did they provide immaculate care, but only prescribed medications that were absolutely necessary. It's hard finding honest businesses, but LBAC will definitely be our #1 choice for our pets moving forward
posted: 09/07/2024
Just had an amazing appointment with Dr. Kennedy @ LBAC for our wee cat Ripley! Dr. K was SO kind and gentle with our scared little runt and made her feel so comfortable! To the point that Ripley was nuzzling her head into Dr. K until it was time to wrap up the appointment 😭🥰 Dr. Kennedy was extremely informative and kind, and we are so happy to have someone like her looking after our lil' bub! Picture for reference! Highly Recommended!
posted: 04/01/2024
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