Ottawa East Pet Housecall Services
4.9 (34) 2033 Quincy Ave, Gloucester, ON K1J 6B2, CanadaHours:
Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
How to Save Money at Ottawa East Pet Housecall Services
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
Dr.Z is Absolutely amazing. He saw my cat within 15 minutes of calling him for help, diagnosed, gave her prescriptions, and had me back home within the hour. He is very compassionate and you can tell how much he cares about the animals. He saw my cat for an emergency 15 minutes after I called and didn’t even charge me emergency prices, he just said “ok, bring her to me” This is my second time going to Dr.Z, the first time I called on a Sunday afternoon because my Rottweiler was having an issue. He took me within the hour and treated my giant and very pissed off house bear with so much tenderness and kindness. HIGHLY recommend him! I can’t thank him enough.
posted: 03/21/2024
Dr. Z is incredible. I cannot say enough good things about him. He is such an understanding and thorough vet. My older cat cannot and will not go to the vet in a carrier. He is extremely aggressive and strong. I am so thankful for Dr. Z’s house calls. My older cat recently lost the use of his back legs. I am unsure how this happened but it was hard to watch him be in so much pain. I had to carry him everywhere, including holding him to use the litter box. Dr. Z came to see him and was very understanding about how aggressive he was. The medication he gave my cat has helped tremendously and he finally no longer has pain in his eyes and is starting to walk again. I’m so grateful for Dr. Z. His prices are also very reasonable.
posted: 03/14/2024
What an amazing experience! Our pup came down with a double ear infection on a weekend. I was recommended to this service and I am so happy that I did! The doctor gave me an appointment time within a couple of hours of my call. He was on time. He listened to my concerns. He examined my furbaby and then patiently explained to me how to give my pup his medication to treat his infection. He even explained to me how to prevent it from it happening again. Prices were also very reasonable. I 100% recommend!
posted: 12/10/2023
Amazing experience! Dr. Z saw my dog within 20 minutes of calling on a Saturday evening. He was able to quickly identify the problem and gave my dog antibiotics. Very reasonable priced. Highly recommend!
posted: 10/21/2023
Dr. Z is a fantastic mobile veterinarian. Our 15 year old cat’s health unfortunately began declining rapidly on a Sunday during thanksgiving weekend. Every vet was closed and wasn’t going to open until Tuesday and we didn’t want our cat to suffer for two days. Thankfully Dr. Z was available to help us. Dr. Z was incredibly flexible and compassionate, he came to our home and saved our cat the stress of a car ride. Our cat was able to go peacefully at home with family. We highly recommend Dr. Z and truly appreciate his service to the community.
posted: 10/09/2022
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Blackburn Animal Hospital Professional Corporation
110 Bearbrook Rd, Gloucester, ON K1B 5R2, Canada(613) 590-0466
Montreal Road Animal Hospital
1700 Montréal Rd, Gloucester, ON K1J 6N5, Canada(613) 842-9441
Ottawa East Pet Housecall Services
2033 Quincy Ave, Gloucester, ON K1J 6B2, Canada(613) 859-8181
Riverside South Animal Hospital
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The Hamlet Veterinary Hospital
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