Lakeridge Animal Hospital

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Owner Review Summary

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👍What Pet Owners Praised

Owners frequently praised the compassionate, knowledgeable care and clear explanations provided by the vets and team. Many mention prompt help in emergencies, courteous follow‑up calls, and supportive palliative care, along with successful outcomes from surgeries like ACL repair, dental work, and lump removals. Long-time clients (10–20+ years) say they trust the clinic and often find fees reasonable and not pushy.

💬Common Feedback & Suggestions

A recurring concern is pricing transparency: several reviewers felt there was upselling, tests performed without explicit consent, higher medication markups, and extra charges for forms or prescriptions. Some reported rude or dismissive interactions with reception or the vet, and a few serious complaints cited misdiagnoses, poor outcomes, or worries about overnight monitoring. There were isolated access issues (being turned down for appointments or product sales to non‑patients) and one older hygiene complaint.

🏥Clinic Specialties

  • Emergency and urgent care
  • Dentistry and dental surgery
  • Orthopaedic and soft‑tissue surgery (e.g., ACL, lump removals)
  • Palliative and end‑of‑life care
  • Feline medicine and kitten care
  • Allergy and chronic heart condition management

🏷️Keywords

#compassionateCare#friendlyStaff#clearCommunication#followUpCalls#emergencyAppointments#surgerySuccesses#endOfLifeSupport#accommodatingScheduling#shortWaits#fairPricing#pricingConcerns#upsellingComplaints#consentForTests#rudeFrontDesk#highMedicationMarkup#misdiagnosisAllegations

Overall Ratings

🐾Tips for Pet Owners

  • Ask for a written estimate and give explicit consent before any tests or procedures to avoid surprise charges.
  • If your pet may stay overnight, clarify monitoring arrangements, staffing, and all associated costs in advance.
  • Request an itemized invoice and ask about any prescription or form‑completion fees; you can also discuss where medications will be filled.
  • Call ahead—especially for urgent issues—as reviewers report they often accommodate emergencies and wait times are usually short with an appointment.
  • Share recent medical history (e.g., hospitalizations) and note anxiety or handling needs so the team can tailor care and interpret tests appropriately; establish yourself as a client if you plan to purchase prescription diets.
📊 **Overall Ratings** - Medical Expertise: 84% satisfied - Service Attitude: 74% satisfied - Convenience: 84% satisfied - Pricing: 42% satisfied - Cleanliness: 60% satisfied - Recommendability: 72% satisfied 👍 **What Pet Owners Praised** Owners frequently praised the compassionate, knowledgeable care and clear explanations provided by the vets and team. Many mention prompt help in emergencies, courteous follow‑up calls, and supportive palliative care, along with successful outcomes from surgeries like ACL repair, dental work, and lump removals. Long-time clients (10–20+ years) say they trust the clinic and often find fees reasonable and not pushy. 💬 **Common Feedback & Suggestions** A recurring concern is pricing transparency: several reviewers felt there was upselling, tests performed without explicit consent, higher medication markups, and extra charges for forms or prescriptions. Some reported rude or dismissive interactions with reception or the vet, and a few serious complaints cited misdiagnoses, poor outcomes, or worries about overnight monitoring. There were isolated access issues (being turned down for appointments or product sales to non‑patients) and one older hygiene complaint. 🏥 **Clinic Specialties** - Emergency and urgent care - Dentistry and dental surgery - Orthopaedic and soft‑tissue surgery (e.g., ACL, lump removals) - Palliative and end‑of‑life care - Feline medicine and kitten care - Allergy and chronic heart condition management 🏷️ **Tags** #compassionateCare #friendlyStaff #clearCommunication #followUpCalls #emergencyAppointments #surgerySuccesses #endOfLifeSupport #accommodatingScheduling #shortWaits #fairPricing #pricingConcerns #upsellingComplaints #consentForTests #rudeFrontDesk #highMedicationMarkup #misdiagnosisAllegations 🐾 **Tips for Pet Owners** - Ask for a written estimate and give explicit consent before any tests or procedures to avoid surprise charges. - If your pet may stay overnight, clarify monitoring arrangements, staffing, and all associated costs in advance. - Request an itemized invoice and ask about any prescription or form‑completion fees; you can also discuss where medications will be filled. - Call ahead—especially for urgent issues—as reviewers report they often accommodate emergencies and wait times are usually short with an appointment. - Share recent medical history (e.g., hospitalizations) and note anxiety or handling needs so the team can tailor care and interpret tests appropriately; establish yourself as a client if you plan to purchase prescription diets.

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Conditions commonly treated here

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Aortic Stenosis

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Aortic Thromboembolism

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Arteriovenous Fistula and Arteriovenous Malformation

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Atrial Fibrillation and Atrial Flutter

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Atrial Premature Complexes

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Contact

Clinic phone
(905) 450-8614
Official website
lakeridgevet.com/

Opening Hours

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Map

Clinic Address

456 Vodden St E, Brampton, ON L6S 5Y7

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Parking

1140 Williams Pkwy Go

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1140 Williams Pkwy, Brampton, ON L6R 3J7, Canada

Frequently Asked Questions

Here are the questions pet owners ask most often — tap a question to read the full answer. For other concerns, please consult a licensed veterinarian.

Lakeridge Animal Hospital is located at 456 Vodden St E, Brampton, ON L6S 5Y7. No subway, light-rail, or train station was found within walking distance, so driving may be the most practical option; there is a nearby car park listed as 1140 Williams Pkwy Go, about a 7-minute walk away. If you are using transit, check Google Maps or the local Brampton Transit options for the nearest bus route.

Lakeridge Animal Hospital asks pet owners to call ahead to confirm current opening hours. Hours can change for holidays, staffing, emergencies, or appointment availability.

You can contact Lakeridge Animal Hospital by phone at (905) 450-8614. Calling is the best way to confirm hours, appointment availability, urgent-care options, fees, and services before you visit.

To book an appointment at Lakeridge Animal Hospital, call the clinic to enquire about available times. Review feedback suggests appointments can help keep waits short, and calling ahead is especially important for urgent concerns.

Consultation fees vary by clinic in Canada and are not regulated by a government-published veterinary fee schedule; provincial health insurance such as OHIP does not cover pets. Call Lakeridge Animal Hospital for a current quote, and ask for an itemized written estimate before tests, surgery, dental work, or procedures. Because the clinic is associated with emergency and urgent care, after-hours or urgent visits may cost more. Pet insurance and third-party payment-plan options exist in Canada, but you should confirm directly what payment support is available.

Most Canadian veterinary clinics commonly accept Interac debit, Visa or Mastercard, and tap-and-go payments such as Apple Pay or Google Pay, but payment options can vary. Call ahead to confirm what Lakeridge Animal Hospital currently accepts and whether any pet-insurance direct claims or third-party payment plans are supported.

Lakeridge Animal Hospital is described as providing emergency and urgent care, and reviewers mention prompt help in emergencies. Call ahead before going in so the clinic can confirm availability, timing, and any urgent-care or after-hours fees.

Lakeridge Animal Hospital is associated with emergency and urgent care, dentistry and dental surgery, orthopaedic and soft-tissue surgery such as ACL repair and lump removals, palliative and end-of-life care, feline medicine and kitten care, and allergy or chronic heart condition management.

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Last updated: July 28, 2026