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830 1 Ave NE #101, , AB T2E 0C3
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👍What Pet Owners Praised
Owners consistently praised the team’s compassion, thorough exams, and strong follow‑up, including prompt updates after procedures and even calls after hours. Many appreciated the integrative, holistic options such as acupuncture, Chinese herbs, chiropractic, massage, and essential oils alongside conventional care. Dental work (including root canals) and challenging surgeries were cited as successful, and pets often seemed relaxed and even happy to visit. Daycare and boarding services were also highlighted as caring and reliable.
💬Common Feedback & Suggestions
A recurring concern was pricing: several reviewers felt costs were high, cited unexpected or ‘sneaky’ charges, and perceived upselling of products, diets, tests, or alternative therapies. A few reported long waits, appointments running over an hour, and occasional communication gaps or rushed interactions. Multiple reviews noted distress around end‑of‑life decisions, saying euthanasia was discouraged or not offered and that they wished for clearer guidance or referral. While the overall tone skews positive, these issues were repeatedly mentioned by dissatisfied reviewers.
🏥Clinic Specialties
- Integrative and holistic therapies (acupuncture, Chinese herbs, chiropractic, massage, essential oils)
- Dentistry and dental surgery (including root canals)
- Surgery for complex cases
- Emergency triage and coordinated referrals
- Daycare and boarding services
- Preventive care with detailed follow‑ups
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🐾Tips for Pet Owners
- Ask for a written estimate and confirm what’s included before tests or procedures to avoid billing surprises.
- If you have specific preferences about holistic vs. conventional treatments, state them upfront so the care plan matches your expectations.
- Confirm the clinic’s approach to end‑of‑life care in advance; if euthanasia may be needed, request guidance or referral options early.
- Book with extra time in mind, as appointments can run long and the vet may be managing multiple cases.
- For daycare or boarding, provide your pet’s temperament notes (e.g., anxiety or reactivity) to help staff tailor handling and keep visits low‑stress.
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Abortion, Spontaneous (Early Pregnancy Loss)-Cats
Abortion, Spontaneous (Early Pregnancy Loss)-Dogs
Abortion, Termination of Pregnancy
Breeding, Timing
Cryptorchidism
Eclampsia
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Bow Bottom Veterinary Hospital is located at 1186 137 Ave SE, Calgary, AB T2J 6N5. No public-transit station data was provided, so check Google Maps or Calgary Transit for current bus or CTrain routing; if you are driving, parking availability is not confirmed, so call the clinic or check local signage before your visit.
Bow Bottom Veterinary Hospital’s opening hours were not provided in the source data. Please call ahead or check the clinic website before visiting, especially if your pet needs same-day care.
A phone number was not provided in the source data. You can visit Bow Bottom Veterinary Hospital’s website at http://www.bowbottomvet.com/ for contact details and current clinic information.
To book an appointment at Bow Bottom Veterinary Hospital, use the clinic’s website or call to enquire about availability. It is a good idea to mention your pet’s symptoms, whether you prefer conventional or holistic care options, and whether your pet needs daycare or boarding support.
Consultation fees vary by clinic in Canada and are not regulated by a government-published veterinary fee schedule; provincial health insurance does not cover pets. Call the clinic for a current quote, and ask for an itemized written estimate before tests, dental work, surgery, boarding, daycare, or other procedures; after-hours or urgent-care fees, where applicable, are typically higher. Pet insurance and third-party payment-plan options may be available in Canada in general, but confirm any 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, but the source data does not confirm Bow Bottom Veterinary Hospital’s specific payment methods. Call ahead to confirm accepted payment options, pet-insurance claim handling, or any third-party payment-plan availability.
Bow Bottom Veterinary Hospital is noted for integrative and holistic therapies, including acupuncture, Chinese herbs, chiropractic, massage, and essential oils, alongside conventional veterinary care. The clinic is also associated with dentistry and dental surgery, including root canals, complex surgery, emergency triage with coordinated referrals, daycare and boarding, and preventive care with detailed follow-ups.
Bow Bottom Veterinary Hospital has a 4.2 out of 5.0 rating from 183 reviews. Pet owners frequently praised compassionate care, thorough exams, follow-up communication, holistic options, dental work, complex surgeries, and daycare or boarding, while recurring concerns included pricing, unexpected charges, upselling worries, long waits, communication gaps, and questions around end-of-life guidance.
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