Carriage Crossing Animal Hospital
4.4 (39) 105 Oak Park Dr Unit 3, Waterloo, ON N2K 0B3, CanadaHours:
Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at Carriage Crossing 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
I have just recently started going to Dr. Ashby, as of October 2024. I have gone to many vets in my life, and she is truly one of a kind, amazing. Very gentle with my two cats, staff are very nice, the physical office space is lovely and it was much less stressful than vets I have been to in the past. I feel heard by my concerns, and she takes the time to explain absolutely everything to me. I feel educated and comfortable with the treatments suggested. I will continue to use her as my vet, and I highly recommend her to anyone in the area.
posted: 11/05/2024
I found a kitten on the road who had been hit by a car very recently, and rushed her to the nearest vet. These folks. The staff were amazing and assessed her immediately. Unfortunately by then she had passed. They talked with me about next steps and gave me a few supplies to transport her safely in my vehicle to be laid to rest. So appreciative of their compassion and support on a hard morning 💔
posted: 11/16/2024
The staff at Carriage Crossing were very compassionate in their care of our fur baby. They were thorough in their exams and addressed all of our concerns. In the end when we had to say goodbye to our fur baby they made the process comfortable. If you are looking for someone to help your senior pet I highly recommend Dr. Ashby and her staff.
posted: 11/07/2023
Dr Ashby is the worst vet in town. Overpriced, insensitive and cold. Should not be practicing. She diagnosed my pet incorrectly and sent him home with pain medication when he needed emergency operation. He almost died and suffered at the hands of this vet. The best is she charged $1400.00 for incorrectly diagnosing my cat. If you value your pets life, stay far away. It was traumatic for my family. Dr Ashby values money, not your pets life.
posted: 05/25/2023
Carriage Crossing is the best vet in the area! We recently switched over from a vet in Kitchener and I have been beyond impressed with the care, love and professionalism given from Dr Ashby and team. Our previous vet spent 5-10 minutes looking at our pup and prescribing costly medicines that may or may not have helped. Dr Ashby has spent multiple hours treating our pup and listening to us and answering our questions so we feel informed and in control of the issues and treatment plans. Moreover following each visit we get an email health card outlining what was discussed and tracking our dog's progress. Dr Ashby is clearly passionate and dedicated to animal health and I 100% trust her for the well being of our furbaby. I wholeheartedly recommend this vet for anyone looking for quality care for your animal.
posted: 10/04/2019
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