Nugent Veterinary Services

5 (21 reviews)
555 Forks Rd W, Welland, ON L3B 5K9, Canada

Hours

Monday 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM Tuesday 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM Wednesday 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM Thursday 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM Friday 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM Saturday Closed Sunday Closed

How to Save on Veterinary Costs at Nugent Veterinary Services

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 Nugent Veterinary Services? 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.

How to Choose a Pet Insurance Provider

Pet Insurance Review helps pet parents compare insurance providers using verified customer reviews and real-world experiences. Our tools make it easier to evaluate providers based on claims experience, service quality, and overall satisfaction.

We have collected more than 220,000 reviews from pet parents, creating one of the largest independent databases of pet insurance feedback available.

How rankings are determined

Unexpected veterinary expenses can happen at any clinic. The providers below are ranked using verified reviews submitted by real pet parents through Pet Insurance Review. Results reflect overall satisfaction, claims experience, and value based on real world feedback. Rankings are updated regularly as new reviews are submitted.

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Rating Provider Total Review
1.0 Desjardins 1
4.1 Fetch Canada 1,551
4.9 Furkin 351
5.0 OVMA 1
3.3 Peppermint 3
4.0 Pets Plus Us 884
2.5 Petsecure 226
4.1 PHI Direct 33
4.2 Sonnet 5,628
4.7 Spot Canada 277
4.8 Trupanion Canada 27,190

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

5

21 reviews

Matt is an amazing veterinarian!!! He’s kind ,understanding and compassionate to our horses and us. We had an emergency with our mini horse on family day weekend and Matt was there right away and took wonderful care of our little Oreo 🩷 Thank you Matt for everything you do!!!

Apr 24, 2024

We are so pleased to have Matt and his team as our equine vets. They do such a great job of providing up-to-date healthcare in a friendly, professional, and timely manner. Matt kindly makes himself available to advise concerns, even outside of appointments. My husband and I have absolute confidence in the care our beloved horses receive, and are so thankful to be able to rely on Nugent Veterinary Services!

Oct 30, 2024

I contacted Dr Matt Nugent about doing a pre-purchase exam for a racehorse I was looking to buy. I live 5 hours from the area, so was unable to view the horse before buying him. Dr Matt was to great to work with over email and by phone, provided me with a workup of his findings during the exam, and was able to work with my budget. I did buy the horse, a lovely chap, thanks in part to having him looked at by Dr Nugent.

Jan 25, 2018

Dr. Nugent was amazing, kind and knowledgeable. He really helped us out and I'd give him more than 5 stars if I could.

May 30, 2022

We love Matt! He's knowledgeable, kind, and always goes above and beyond for his clients.

Feb 21, 2020