Briarwood Animal Hospital

4.7 (391 reviews)
76 King St E, Stoney Creek, ON L8G 1K2, Canada

Hours

Monday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Tuesday 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM Wednesday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Thursday 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM, 2:00 – 6:00 PM Friday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Saturday 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM Sunday Closed

How to Save on Veterinary Costs at Briarwood 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.

Why Pet Insurance Information Appears on This Page

Looking for information about Briarwood Animal Hospital? 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.

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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

4.7

391 reviews

We’ve always had positive routine appointments for our cat so when we rescued a puppy we also took her here. Then a few months ago our new pup was spayed through the humane society. She developed an infection and when I called the admin staff advised they’d check with the vet to get her in asap. They called back 30 min later and advised they couldn’t fit her in for a couple days. I called another reputable clinic close by and as soon as I described her symptoms they got her in immediately, performed a procedure and followed up every single day going forward. I do understand clinics book up, and can’t always accommodate last minute appointments. This also was not the result of anything they did, but no one from Briarwood ever followed up to see if she was ok or if she got treatment.

Jan 1, 2025

We’ve been with Briarwood since 2019 and we couldn’t be happier with the care we’ve received there for our two dogs. The staff are always so friendly and the vets are very knowledgeable and caring. They take the time to answer all of your questions and I never feel rushed. My dogs get excited to come see the girls at Briarwood and they always get lots of belly rubs and love while they are there. Highly recommend this clinic for your pets!

Sep 11, 2024

The team at Briarwood is a FABULOUS team! They care about their, patients and their clients. The medicine is great medicine and they will do whatever they can to take care of their patients. You and your furry friend won't be disappointed when you choose Briarwood as you Vet care provider

Nov 29, 2024

This vet clinic checks all the boxes! Honest and ethical practice, fair pricing, incredibly outgoing and friendly staff. It is an absolutely pleasure to take my girl here. I cannot recommend them enough. Look at my other reviews, I don't hand out 5 stars very often. Our story: My girl is a sensitive, square headed, stocky blue nose and she can get very skittish when confined. Makes sense, she was a stray and in a shelter in Texas before coming here on a transport truck full of other dogs for adoption. The staff treated her with great care and I really appreciated that. I feel safe handing her over to these folks for a checkup. Riddled with skin problems, allergies, a weird and random lump on one paw, ear troubles, obsessive licking, bum scooting, the list goes on and on. She had been put on Apoquel by another vet (she hated it and made her digestive system go through a loop). I was tired of trying every food on the market from raw to the most expensive kibble and nothing was helping. The team at Briarwood assessed her and the vet listened to my disorganized and stressed ramblings and we came up with a game plan. We would try an antibiotic and probiotic and order in Cytopoint to try. We also continued with a medicated shampoo (Douxo) and some ear cleaner and drops. After a few days my girl was totally better. I reported the findings to the team and they said, great - let's see how she does. We will REFUND you for the Cytopoint and if we don't need to do that we won't. I was in shock and this experience has totally changed my mind about Vets, where previously I had been spending thousands upon thousands of dollars and felt like I was being taken for a ride most of the time. For anyone else who is struggling with pet allergies related to food, try Black Soldier Fly or Cricket dog food (Wild Harrier, Jimmny Crickets) and cut out all treats (even sweet potato chews) for awhile and see how your dog does. I think the food, shampoo, antibiotic and probiotic were the key for us. And call these folks and make an appointment - you won't regret it. Thank you to the whole team for taking such wonderful care of Cece.

Oct 19, 2024

Everyone at this clinic is super friendly and helpful. The vet takes effort to give you understanding of different medication/procedures. I can’t thank them enough for getting my Daisy back to good health.

Sep 27, 2024