Discovery Animal Hospital
4.8 (154) 4345A Petrolia Line, Petrolia, ON N0N 1R0, CanadaHours:
Monday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at Discovery Animal 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 were not yet clients when I first called. New to town. I called because of my sick cat. I went in same day Check up, blood work, diagnosis, options. Three more visits in the week and sadly kidney failure overcame my Luke. The last one was end of life visit. Dr. Barot and all his staff were so incredibly kind and caring every visit. 100% recommend. I will return with Luke's sister Leia and be confident as their client. Thank you so very much.
posted: 08/12/2024
It is a cheap place to get your cat fixed but less than a year later I tried to get flea treatment for my cat and they told me I had to bring her back in. Charge me for a consultation fee and then on top of that the flea treatment and all on one of the hottest days in the summer. If I could have just walked in to get the treatment I would have given them 5 stars. It was like they did not even care about the pets. I am a client of theirs but no more. I won't go back. Fleas suck for animals just like lice does for humans.
posted: 07/31/2024
We recently had an emergency situation with our Chihuahua, which ended up with us having to euthanize him… Dr. Barot met us after hours and was very kind and understanding to our situation. He was thoughtful and provided good advice and helped us make a particularly difficult situation a little bit easier… He is a professional truly and we are very thankful for the service he provided
posted: 07/16/2024
Dr. Barot came to our house when our dog was dying. As she was passing he said a special prayer over her. It was very touching. We also received a sympathy card in the mail. He is an amazing vet and an amazing person. We would happily refer everyone to Discovery Animal Hospital
posted: 11/17/2022
Dr Vasant Barot is great. He always takes us day or night in an emergency.i have ragdoll cats and we run into issues here and there that require immediate medical intervention he always answers. His staff are amazing. His wife and son keep the facility immaculately clean and organized.
posted: 09/13/2024