Upper Ottawa Animal Hospital

4.5 (157 reviews)
868 Mohawk Rd E, Hamilton, ON L8T 2R5, Canada

Hours

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 Closed Sunday Closed

How to Save on Veterinary Costs at Upper Ottawa Animal Hospital

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.

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Looking for information about Upper Ottawa Animal Hospital? This page also includes pet insurance resources to help pet parents understand how to prepare for unexpected veterinary expenses.

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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

4.5

157 reviews

Ren

Ren

I had to switch my doberman after moving cities, and in the chaos, his vet appointment kept getting put off. I finally bit the bullet and called in to try to get in as a new client. I immediately regretted putting it off so long because it was literally the easiest interaction I have ever had with a vet. Within a minute, I was set up as a new client with an appointment the very next day. The staff is SO friendly, I've never had a bad interaction with anyone (I've been a few times previously with family as this is their vet as well), and they're incredibly welcoming. They got us into a room quickly, and the vet followed before I even finished filling out paperwork. He was INCREDIBLY thorough and informative. I am quite knowledgeable about dogs, and I was impressed to see him manipulate joints and feel every inch of my doberman. He was respectful and patient and handled my dog very well. He checked over every part of my dog, and I was so relieved to see him get such a thorough wellness check. I came away feeling quite good about my choice of Vet office. I highly recommend their services and staff! On top of that, this appointment did not break the bank either.

Oct 4, 2023

This Vet and his team of Vet Techs took excellent care of both cats Maynard, and Tess-Lah. Maynard had diabetes, and Tess-Lah had kidney disease. Both cats lived long full lives. Can't recommend this team enough.

Aug 27, 2024

Have been taking my 3 pets here for years, for the most part had no issues with the care that they have received. Recently, however, it became evident that profits are more important than pets here. I came in for shots and a checkup for my dog and paid all of the $200 in required fees. All went well with the checkup, although my dog had a minor ear infection. They recommended I also purchase ear drops that could only be purchased from a vet, for $80. I let the clinic know that I could not afford the recommended ear drops currently and would return in the future to purchase them. The infection went away for a few weeks despite not having purchased the drops but it returned after. I returned only 6 weeks after my initial visit to be told that a) the doctor was not in today and had never recorded notes of the diagnosed infection - without which they would not be able to sell me the drops and b) I would need to pay another $87 for an additional checkup if I wanted to have the “option” to buy the ear drops for $80 since it had been over a month - despite nobody warning me of this “rule” during any of my visits. It is my opinion that if this was not mentioned anywhere in advance, a one-time exception should have been made. It was an EASY choice for me to take all 3 of my pets to another provider. Will not be recommending your clinic going forward.

Sep 22, 2023

Had our first visit here today, Im really happy with how the whole appointment went,and so is my cat. The clinic is a very calm environment. No rushing or feelings of stress from anyone. The vet was gentle with my cat while being very thorough and explained everything to me. Will definitely be bringing my other cat here as well

Sep 6, 2023

Everyone there were very helpful with myself and Luna, they helped tremendously with my anxiety attack and help calm me down. Thank you all. !!!!

Sep 13, 2023