Fish Creek Pet Hospital
4.4 (1703) 15311 Bannister Rd SE, Calgary, AB T2X 1Z3, 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 – 8:00 PM
Sunday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
How to Save Money at Fish Creek Pet 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 | 163 |
| 4.9 | Furkin | 347 |
| 4.1 | Pets Plus Us | 815 |
| 4.5 | PHI Direct | 28 |
| 4.8 | Spot Canada | 147 |
| 4.8 | Trupanion Canada | 25,883 |
| 1.0 | Desjardins | 1 |
| 5.0 | OVMA | 1 |
| 3.5 | Peppermint | 2 |
| 2.5 | Petsecure | 225 |
| 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
On the weekend, my family and I had to deal with an experience all pet owners know is coming, but dread with the heaviest of hearts. Our family dog, a 17 (few short months short of 18) year old puggle was showing the signs that something wasn't right. We brought him to Fish Creek Pet Hospital to have him looked at and the staff could not have been any more comforting, empathetic, understanding and just overall amazing. While the outcome was what we had dreaded, from the moment we arrived until we left with our empty dog bed the care from the staff made it a little easier and is something my family will always be thankful for.
posted: 12/23/2024
I am surprised there are negative reviews. We have had three emergency visits (our regular vet was unavailable) and found Fish Creek Pet Hospital to be exceptional in every way. The building is clean and spacious. The staff is ample, courteous and professional. Thank you to all the staff that have treated us and our pets with the upmost respect.
posted: 10/01/2024
Firstly, I'm very confused by any of the negative reviews as I've never felt so cared for at any clinic I've been to as I did at fish creek. Initially, we stopped at SAFE in okotoks and they were amazing! They triaged my dog and told me he was stable and they had a 6 hour wait but fish creek had only an hour wait... they charged me nothing and I left for fish creek where they were super friendly upon my arrival. Checked me in, had someone come triage Maui and give me time estimates. The vet was great and patient with me while I tried to work through my options for treating him and were very transparent about costs throughout without my inquiring about it... it's the worst when your furry baby is not well, I absolutely appreciate every person I encountered at both clinics! I even have myself wondering if they take regular patients haha
posted: 07/31/2024
Took my cat Charlie in for the third time in 6 months and had a very positive experience, considering I was a worried mess. The staff was absolutely amazing and extremely kind, and the Veterinarian (I looked up the website and I’m very sure she was Dr. Natasha) was absolutely incredible. We have had a series and unfortunate events recently so this was just another crappy thing, but Dr. Natasha was amazing and someone you can genuinely tell adores animals and truly wants the best for our pets. Thank you so much, the kindness was very needed during these times ❤️
posted: 12/09/2024
My beloved elderly cat had really gone downhill and we knew it was time. My vet had surgeries all day and wasn’t able to get us in and recommended we call Fish Creek. From the time I called they were so compassionate and professional. Took my information over the phone and said to come when worked best for us. When we arrived they brought us straight to a room, walked us through every step. Were able to accommodate keeping him with us for all the needed procedures so I was able to keep him calm and peaceful. After we had as much time as we needed and they were so helpful with getting us mementos as well. They took an awful day and made it a little less so- cannot speak highly enough.
posted: 09/24/2024
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