Ritson Veterinary Clinic
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How to Save on Veterinary Costs at Ritson Veterinary Clinic
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.
Why Pet Insurance Information Appears on This Page
Looking for information about Ritson Veterinary Clinic? This page also includes pet insurance resources to help pet parents understand how to prepare for unexpected veterinary expenses.
Veterinary care costs can vary widely depending on the type of visit, treatment, or emergency. Many pet parents explore pet insurance before they need it so they are better prepared when unexpected situations arise.
How to Choose a Pet Insurance Provider
Pet Insurance Review helps pet parents compare insurance providers using verified customer reviews and real-world experiences. Our tools make it easier to evaluate providers based on claims experience, service quality, and overall satisfaction.
We have collected more than 220,000 reviews from pet parents, creating one of the largest independent databases of pet insurance feedback available.
How rankings are determined
Unexpected veterinary expenses can happen at any clinic. The providers below are ranked using verified reviews submitted by real pet parents through Pet Insurance Review. Results reflect overall satisfaction, claims experience, and value based on real world feedback. Rankings are updated regularly as new reviews are submitted.
| Rating | Provider | Total Review |
|---|---|---|
| 1.0 | Desjardins | 1 |
| 4.1 | Fetch Canada | 1,551 |
| 4.9 | Furkin | 351 |
| 5.0 | OVMA | 1 |
| 3.3 | Peppermint | 3 |
| 4.0 | Pets Plus Us | 884 |
| 2.5 | Petsecure | 226 |
| 4.1 | PHI Direct | 33 |
| 4.2 | Sonnet | 5,628 |
| 4.7 | Spot Canada | 277 |
| 4.8 | Trupanion Canada | 27,190 |
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
574 reviews
I've been bringing my pets here for almost 20 years and they've always been treated well. I love the reminder emails that let me know when they're due for checkups and the texts that tell me when their meds are ready for pickup. I've also found them to be kind, sensitive, and caring when the time comes to say goodbye and provide a place for you to stay with them to help them to pass without stress, fear, or added pain.
Apr 6, 2024
I’ve been taking my pets here for 20 years. They have ALWAYS been very friendly and accommodating. My dog (Charlie) had eye surgery last summer and it couldn’t have gone smoother! Pricing very reasonable. He healed up well. Thank you to all staff!
Apr 23, 2024
We've been coming here for years for dogs and cats. The staff is incredibly friendly and helpful. Every vet we have seen has been lovely. We moved out of Oshawa but still drive 30mins just to come here. Highly recommend!!!
Sep 5, 2024
Used to love this place. ABSOLUTE waste of time. I called on Monday November 25 at 4:47pm (not in their notes attached to my file) and told them that my cat had regurgitated 3 doses of his antibiotics, lost his voice and was not showing any improvements. The woman stated that she would ensure that I got a call back that day from a vet with further instructions (did not happen). Tuesday November 26th I called at 4:47pm, this woman stated that it was a new trainee that had made an error and actually booked me to talk to a vet that wasn't even in the office. But she stated that she would ensure I got a call later that evening. *As you can guess I did not. Wednesday November 27th I called at 8:01am. I told the woman on the other end of the call pretty much exactly what the attachment says.... but what the attachment doesn't say is that she talked over me and cut me off and would not listen to what I had to say. I will not be coming back. I did not pick up the other dose of meds my cat needs because if I can't trust the employees to make a phone call and stick to their word there is NO WAY I will be trusting them around the medication my cat is to be given. If your time in not valuable, you don't mind being lied to, and if you don't think you deserve the common courtesy speak without being talked over than I guess you found the puurrfect vet for you.
Nov 27, 2024
I've been bringing my pets here since the late '90's and have always been super happy with both the care and the cost of bringing them here. Recently ordered a 3 month supply of my dogs allergy pills and the cost was more than the 6 month supply I purchased a year and a half ago. When I inquired as to why so much I was told that they put a surcharge on each tablet. An .85 cent surcharge, per tablet on an already expensive drug. They used to charge a flat rate script fee. Very disappointed that making profit seems to be more important than pet care here now.
Jul 16, 2024
Veterinarians in Oshawa, Ontario
Bloor Street Animal Hospital
214 Bloor St E, Oshawa, ON L1H 3M6, Canada(905) 728-6000
Central Oshawa Animal Hospital
68 Centre St N, Oshawa, ON L1G 4B6, Canada(905) 436-0844
Grandview Bloor Animal Clinic / Cushing Mobile Veterinary Services
600 Grandview St S Unit 2, Oshawa, ON L1H 8P4, Canada(905) 720-4888
Harmony Road Animal Hospital
1304 Harmony Rd N #1, Oshawa, ON L1K 0Z2, Canada(905) 728-8282
Ritson Veterinary Clinic
490 Taunton Rd E Unit 101 and 102, Oshawa, ON L1K 1A8, Canada(905) 438-0664
Rossland Animal Hospital
575 Thornton Rd N, Oshawa, ON L1J 8L5, Canada(905) 240-1119
Simcoe Rossland Animal Hospital
58 Rossland Rd W Unit #110, Oshawa, ON L1G 4N6, Canada(905) 571-7333
Simcoe Street North Animal Hospital
1487 Simcoe St N, Oshawa, ON L1G 4X8, Canada(905) 571-3009