Verzijlenberg Veterinary Hospital
4.7 (110) 4 John St, Sundridge, ON P0A 1Z0, 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: Closed
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at Verzijlenberg 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
Not only did Dr. Frits save my pointers life...he was also there for the hard times and showed tremendous support and compassion at the end of our beloved terriers life. Excellent Vet...wonderful front desk, Mary is exceptional. Good place for new dog owners too!
posted: 10/03/2018
Apparently they deal with livestock, but not my livestock because I'm an entire hour away (?!!), even though I'm happy to go to them. Whoever answers the phone there in her bored, mealy-mouthed manner with zero compassion, has no idea what services they offer for common farm animals. Told me if I have a problem that I should drive 3 hours south to the emergency clinic in Barrie who doesn't even deal with livestock. Not sure why they would advertise services for large animals (this does not mean Great Danes) and after hours emergency services when it's obviously untrue. Epic failure on every level. Zero stars if I could. So disappointed in yet another veterinary office. Edited to add: I was not told this clinic wasn't accepting new clients, rather that I was "too far away" (an hour north). Furthermore, the 24/7 emergency hospital in Barrie DOES NOT ACCEPT LIVESTOCK. I have spoken to them and confirmed this. This is dangerous misinformation to be telling livestock owners to load up their animals and drive them 3 hours south to a clinic that won't even take them. Unbelievable to be getting this kind of non-service from "medical professionals".
posted: 12/04/2023
I am a resident of Sundridge attending school in Toronto. While down in the city my dog fell very ill with what was believed to be kennel cough. I took her to a local vet in Mississauga that not only over charged me, but gave me a bunch of medication that really made no change to Dixie's condition. She actually deteriorated further to the point I feared for her life. Thankfully, I was able to get back home to see Dr. Fritz. He examined Dixie, made the appropriate recommendations and perform the needed procedures, and sure enough, I swear within hours she was looking better already. Now, 3 days have passed and she is just about 100% again. I will never trust another vet other than Dr. Fritz ever again. Thank you Dr. Fritz and your wonderful team for having so much patience for my unusual little girl.
posted: 11/17/2016
These guys have taken care of my dog her whole life. From complicated eye surgery to a porcupine quilling, they've been great and reasonably priced. As she approaches the end of her life the clinic is not out to sell us snake oil, but are honest in recommending us not to do things and spend more. Thank you. I recommend them!
posted: 06/19/2023
The hardest goodbye we ever had to do was April 4, 2023. We are so grateful for the care and compassion shown by Dr Cassandra Jackson and team . Just incredible care given to our little Piper. This clinic has been the best. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts.
posted: 04/05/2023