Muskoka Bay Animal Clinic (formerly Chidiac Animal Hospital of Gravenhurst)
4.3 (101) 150 Bay St, Gravenhurst, ON P1P 1X2, CanadaHours:
Monday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:30 AM – 7:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:30 AM – 7:00 PM
Thursday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at Muskoka Bay Animal Clinic (formerly Chidiac Animal Hospital of Gravenhurst)
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
We moved to the area and had heard horror stories about trying to find a new vet BUT Janine was marvelous when I called because our 12.5 year old dog Bentley was having issues. They got him in and had his records transferred from his previous vet and they did all this in five business days. They are friendly, knowledgeable and take the time to ensure you have all the information you need to make the proper decisions for your pets well being. They really care about your furry family member and that helps put your mind at ease knowing they are in loving hands. They follow C-19 protocols by having you bring your pet to the door, one customer at a time. Thank you all so very much.
posted: 01/27/2022
When you're animal is sick there is never a pleasant experience...but the staff does their best to help you through it and try to make it painless as possible. Absolutely love the staff and the job they do.
posted: 07/24/2024
Imagine getting FIRED for being abrupt when questioning price and quote changes? Complaining about lack of communication and told my expectations of Service wasn't something they could continue to offer. I wasn't given an opportunity to discuss with the Owner, sent a registered Letter to both myself and husband (who never attends, on occasion to help me, I own my Purebred Show Dogs) until I finally got the Owner to answer her cell phone (been with them for over 10 yrs) and she wasn't changing her mind. She was protecting her Staff's mental health and wellness?? A Staff claims I was yelling? I advised calling on a cell phone from a vehicle with my voice raised because of over 4 miscommunications in one visit, lack of service for being charged something unexpected above a quote in one visit was not acceptable. Being nickeled and dimed each time prices getting higher and told I should have known to ask ahead of time for something I hadn't been charged for before i.e. email an x-ray to me, now charged for? I had a Good repor with the Office Mngr and was able to complain about all the miscommunications the next day and it was fine. Then I get "THE LETTER" I was insulted, offended and thought I had the right to complain. Guess not? Apparently, I have been abrupt before? Well I have been with the same sort of complaints? Price differences between quotes and actual, it wasn't their first offence, nor was it mine. So I was convicted and sentenced to Leave and pursue another Vet? And away I go......Gentler and Kinder Vet Service = means Don't complain and open up your wallet :(
posted: 03/13/2021
This is the one clinic my dog wants to come to.( she looks forwards to visits) Clean facilities, caring staff. The clinic provides provide dog bags, plenty of treats, reasonably priced dog toys . Coffee for pet owners the list is endless. Simply miles above the rest. You can feel and see the amount of caring that goes into this clinic.
posted: 10/27/2023
Such a wonderful, caring team and I know our doggies are in loving hands 🙌
posted: 04/24/2024
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