VCA Askey Animal Hospital

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👍What Pet Owners Praised

Reviewers consistently praised the kind, gentle staff and veterinarians who explain procedures clearly and provide thoughtful follow‑up after visits. Many reported being seen quickly for urgent issues, easy short‑notice bookings, and compassionate support during end‑of‑life decisions. Several comments also noted fair or reasonable fees in their cases, that unnecessary services weren’t pushed, and helpful assistance with ordering special diets.

💬Common Feedback & Suggestions

Common concerns focused on costs and billing transparency, with some owners feeling prices were high, payment was required before care, or tests were suggested unnecessarily. A few reports described misdiagnoses or inconsistent experiences between different vets, including a couple of serious outcomes. Others mentioned occasional rudeness at reception, reduced hours/no Sundays, strict late policies leading to cancelled appointments, phone hold times, and one complaint about a dirty ‘quarantine’ room.

🏥Clinic Specialties

  • Emergency and urgent care
  • Surgical procedures, including life‑saving operations
  • Dentistry and dental extractions
  • End‑of‑life care and cremation coordination
  • Feline urinary blockage management
  • Special‑diet and nutrition support

🏷️Keywords

#compassionateCare#friendlyStaff#thoroughExams#clearCommunication#followUpCalls#emergencyCare#quickAppointments#flexibleScheduling#specialDietSupport#dentalAndSurgery#endOfLifeSupport#fairPricingForSome#highCostsConcerns#rudeReceptionist#reducedHours#misdiagnosisConcerns

Overall Ratings

🐾Tips for Pet Owners

  • Call ahead to confirm current hours and appointment availability, especially for urgent needs or weekends.
  • Ask for an itemized estimate and discuss treatment options and costs up front to avoid surprises.
  • If continuity matters to you, request the same veterinarian when booking.
  • Arrive a bit early—several reviewers noted strict late policies that can lead to cancelled appointments.
  • Before leaving, double‑check medication quantities and instructions; clarify how long each product should last.
📊 **Overall Ratings** - Medical Expertise: 76% satisfied - Service Attitude: 78% satisfied - Convenience: 73% satisfied - Pricing: 32% satisfied - Cleanliness: 50% satisfied - Recommendability: 68% satisfied 👍 **What Pet Owners Praised** Reviewers consistently praised the kind, gentle staff and veterinarians who explain procedures clearly and provide thoughtful follow‑up after visits. Many reported being seen quickly for urgent issues, easy short‑notice bookings, and compassionate support during end‑of‑life decisions. Several comments also noted fair or reasonable fees in their cases, that unnecessary services weren’t pushed, and helpful assistance with ordering special diets. 💬 **Common Feedback & Suggestions** Common concerns focused on costs and billing transparency, with some owners feeling prices were high, payment was required before care, or tests were suggested unnecessarily. A few reports described misdiagnoses or inconsistent experiences between different vets, including a couple of serious outcomes. Others mentioned occasional rudeness at reception, reduced hours/no Sundays, strict late policies leading to cancelled appointments, phone hold times, and one complaint about a dirty ‘quarantine’ room. 🏥 **Clinic Specialties** - Emergency and urgent care - Surgical procedures, including life‑saving operations - Dentistry and dental extractions - End‑of‑life care and cremation coordination - Feline urinary blockage management - Special‑diet and nutrition support 🏷️ **Tags** #compassionateCare #friendlyStaff #thoroughExams #clearCommunication #followUpCalls #emergencyCare #quickAppointments #flexibleScheduling #specialDietSupport #dentalAndSurgery #endOfLifeSupport #fairPricingForSome #highCostsConcerns #rudeReceptionist #reducedHours #misdiagnosisConcerns 🐾 **Tips for Pet Owners** - Call ahead to confirm current hours and appointment availability, especially for urgent needs or weekends. - Ask for an itemized estimate and discuss treatment options and costs up front to avoid surprises. - If continuity matters to you, request the same veterinarian when booking. - Arrive a bit early—several reviewers noted strict late policies that can lead to cancelled appointments. - Before leaving, double‑check medication quantities and instructions; clarify how long each product should last.

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Conditions commonly treated here

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Abortion, Spontaneous (Early Pregnancy Loss)-Cats

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Abortion, Spontaneous (Early Pregnancy Loss)-Dogs

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Abortion, Termination of Pregnancy

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Breeding, Timing

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Cryptorchidism

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Contact

Clinic phone
(905) 634-9088

Opening Hours

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Map

Clinic Address

3525 Fairview St, Burlington, ON L7N 2R4

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Frequently Asked Questions

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VCA Askey Animal Hospital is located at 3525 Fairview St, Burlington, ON L7N 2R4. The closest listed public transport option is Appleby GO, a train station about a 34-minute walk away, so it may be more practical to drive or check local bus options on Google Maps or the local transit agency.

VCA Askey Animal Hospital's current opening hours were not listed in the provided information. Call ahead to confirm today's hours, weekend availability, and whether urgent appointments are being accepted.

You can contact VCA Askey Animal Hospital by phone at (905) 634-9088. Calling is the best way to confirm hours, appointment availability, services, and current fees.

To book an appointment at VCA Askey Animal Hospital, call the clinic to enquire about availability. Pet owners have reported easy short-notice bookings for some urgent issues, but you should confirm current scheduling and arrive early because late policies have been noted.

Veterinary consultation fees vary by clinic in Canada and are not regulated by a government-published fee schedule; OHIP and provincial health insurance do not cover pets. Call the clinic for a current quote, ask for an itemized written estimate for procedures, and expect emergency or after-hours care, if available, to typically cost more. Pet insurance and third-party payment-plan options may be available in Canada generally, but confirm options directly with the clinic.

Most Canadian veterinary clinics commonly accept Interac debit, Visa or Mastercard, and tap-and-go payments such as Apple Pay or Google Pay. Some clinics may also support pet-insurance direct claims or third-party payment plans, so call ahead to confirm accepted payment methods before your visit.

VCA Askey Animal Hospital is associated in the provided information with emergency and urgent care, and reviewers reported being seen quickly for some urgent issues. Call ahead to confirm whether emergency or after-hours care is currently available and what fees may apply.

No nearby paid parking lot was found in the provided Google Places parking search. Street parking is typically available in the area, but check local signage before leaving your vehicle.

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Last updated: July 28, 2026