Woodlawn Veterinary Hospital
4.7 (121) 485 Silvercreek Pkwy N, Guelph, ON N1H 7K5, CanadaHours:
Monday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at Woodlawn Veterinary 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 | 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 have been going to Woodlawn Vet for over 15 years, first with our cat and then our dog. All the vets, but especially Dr Mel Cirinna, have been great. They were compassionate when we had to put out cat down and have provided exceptional service over the course of our dog's life. They never try to upsell, and provide us with various options (if there are more than one) for treatments. Their prices are reasonable and I feel our pets are in good hands.
posted: 12/27/2024
We had a wonderful experience on our first visit there with my girl Una. The vet was super friendly and explained things really clear and easy to understand. I booked for visits in the future and am very happy that we found our new vet for our fur family!
posted: 12/16/2024
There are not enough words to thank the team at Woodlawn Veterinarian Clinic and for the care they have provided and continue to provide to our Pepper. The front office team is always on point and wonderful to speak with and ready to offer any advice to issues that come up. We love Dr. Mel - she is someone we trust fully with our little pepper. He has had a few different issues over the past 13 years, more specifically an ear surgery late last year. She performed an amazing surgery and his ear has healed incredibly well. As he ages, he is becoming a bit more testy and Dr. Mel and the team are always patient with him. During this year, it has been especially difficult with having to hand your pet over to be cared for by the vet without you with them. But with that being said, we have been very fortunate with the love and care that Dr. Mel and the Woodlawn Team give to Pepper when we are not there. Thank you Dr. Mel and the entire Woodlawn Team - we truly appreciate you all! As much as Pepper does not enjoy his visits to the clinic - he always leaves feeling better and with a bounce in his step (for an old guy). Thank you again.
posted: 02/12/2021
Kind and curteous, knowledgable staff, proper temperment to handle my precious, to me a service cat. Cause I pace and she swats. Not over baring in affectiveness and advice to counsel over the phone. Very trust worthy people. A pleasant folk to deal with. The Misses likes them. Could be good for you too.
posted: 02/28/2020
We’ve always been going elsewhere for vet care, but today I needed someone local and called Woodlawn Veterinary. Had to make an emergency appt for my little hell hound and even though they were fully booked they were able to accommodate me right away and fix up my angel. Amazing experience with both the front of house team and Dr Cirinna. Dr C, was so kind and caring. And, also amazingly the price was a nominal charge. Will be moving my pets care over to this vet. Highly recommend.
posted: 09/14/2023
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