Dundas West Animal Hospital
4.7 (762) 2160 Dundas St W, Toronto, ON M6R 1X3, CanadaHours:
Monday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM – 2:30 PM
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at Dundas West 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
It is never easy to hear something is going on with your furry family member but it is such a relief to have a doctor and hospital you can trust! I have been coming to Dundas West Animal hospital for 5 years now and can say with confidence regardless of where I live I will keep coming back! I have worked with various doctors here and all of them have been very supportive, compassionate and informative. Recently I have brought in my 11 year old beagle in to see Dr. Aaron and it turned out my old girl had cancerous mass. Dr. Aaron was incredibly supportive mentally and emotionally. He took the time to calmly explain the situation, answer my many dumb questions and walk me through next steps. Even though it is sad news and a stressful time, I am incredibly grateful to have an advocate like Dr. Aaron that I trust and can lean on for support! I appreciate all that he and the lovely staff at Dundas West Animal Hospital do for mine and others furry friends! Highly recommend a visit!
posted: 07/09/2024
We have been taking my kitties to DWAH for close to 15 years and have always been happy with the care. A special shoutout to Dr. Do who was so patient with 2 high strung rescues and me at their recent health check. She took the time to answer all questions, and when bearing less than good news did so with the utmost professionalism and caring. She followed up with a detailed explanation by phone explaining bloodwork results and charting a plan forward. The new cat hospital attached to DWAH is gorgeous, and such a serene calm environment.
posted: 12/17/2024
Best veterinary in all GTA. After trying so many places I’m so happy that I’ve found Dundas West Animal Hospital. From the very first time I called in to book the appointment, Andrew impressed me and made feel that I was being valued as a client. And Doctor Kay is amazing. I cannot be happier with the service and the care of my dog. I highly appreciate all they’ve done with my dog and I recommend them 1000%. They went above and beyond with absolutely everything. Thank you Dr. Kay. I’m so blessed and I would never go anywhere else.
posted: 12/07/2024
Two weeks ago I was sent to Dundas West hospital as my regular vet was too busy. My elderly dog was quite sick. Not only did we get the immediate service we needed, but also the answers we may have not have wanted, but in a kind, gentle and supportive way. Dr. Fuller was amazing. Sweet, informative, kind and loving to my dog and supported me in making a difficult decision. Although my elderly dog passed last week, I have transferred care to Dundas West for my 4 month old puppy. Again Dr. Fuller was amazing and the technician Ryan was so caring and kind. I felt so supported. In the busy and crazy world we now live in, I feel like I got the personal service I needed at Dundas West, with a gentle kind family like manner that every pet and animal owner deserve. Thank you for restoring my trust. Dr. B. Fuller and Ryan, you are AWESOME!
posted: 06/01/2024
I HIGHLY recommend DWAH. I had an emergency situation, life or death, and their entire staff were so kind, caring and compassionate. Without the genuine empathy and understanding from Dr Kay I would have been a complete mess. They gave him such phenomenal care, and I truly believe if we had gone anywhere else, he would not be home right now recovering from surgery. Dr Do also gets an honorable mention as she was in charge of his surgery, she was incredibly kind, and did an amazing job. The vet techs were also just so sweet, giving him all the love during his stay. They really are the best, and from the bottom of my heart I will always be so incredibly grateful to every single one of their staff that was on my little guys case.
posted: 11/02/2024
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