4.3
120 reviews
11440 Braeside Dr SW #15, , AB T2W 3N4
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👍What Pet Owners Praised
Reviewers consistently praised the veterinarians’ knowledge, thoroughness, and compassion, with many noting careful, gentle handling of nervous pets and kittens and clear, honest explanations. Owners highlighted fair, reasonable pricing without pressure for unnecessary tests, strong follow-up (including after-hours calls), and friendly, helpful reception. Several mentioned successful outcomes from complex cases and procedures, and pets often appeared relaxed or even excited to visit. The clinic environment was also described as clean and well managed.
💬Common Feedback & Suggestions
A few reviewers reported access and communication issues, including long phone holds, last-minute cancellations, and periods when new clients were not being accepted. One owner felt their stressed cat was handled roughly when removed from a hard carrier, and another was upset about being turned away for an urgent concern without a prior appointment. Apart from these isolated cases, feedback was overwhelmingly positive. Still, commenters suggested clearer expectations around urgent care versus emergency services and new-client availability.
🏥Clinic Specialties
- Vaccinations and preventive care
- Dentistry and dental extractions
- Brachycephalic breed care (French bulldogs)
- Fearful and reactive pet handling
- Chronic ear and back issues management
- Immune-mediated disease management (IMHA)
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🐾Tips for Pet Owners
- Call ahead to confirm current new‑client availability and book early for non‑emergent issues; use a 24/7 emergency hospital for true emergencies.
- If your cat uses a hard carrier, request a top‑off exam or specify handling preferences at check‑in to minimize stress.
- Discuss diagnostic and treatment options up front—reviewers found the team transparent and not pushy, with fair pricing.
- If you need a short‑notice appointment, phone the clinic—they sometimes fit in urgent cases when schedules allow.
- Bring high‑value treats and share what calms your pet; the team is responsive to fear‑free approaches.
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Conditions commonly treated here
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Deciduous Teeth, Persistent (Retained)
Dentigerous Cyst
Enamel Hypoplasia/Hypocalcification
Feline Stomatitis-Feline Chronic Gingivostomatitis (FCGS)
Gingival Enlargement/Hyperplasia
Halitosis
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Lake Bonavista Animal Clinic is located at 755 Lake Bonavista Dr SE #159, Calgary, AB T2J 2V9. No public transit stop data was provided for this clinic, so check Google Maps or Calgary Transit for current bus or CTrain route options before you travel. If you are driving, parking is not confirmed in the provided data, so call ahead or check local signage when you arrive.
Lake Bonavista Animal Clinic's current opening hours were not provided, so pet owners should call ahead to confirm the clinic's schedule before visiting. This is especially important if you need a short-notice appointment or have an urgent concern.
A phone number was not included in the provided clinic data. You can visit Lake Bonavista Animal Clinic's website at http://www.lakebonavistaanimalclinic.com/ for the most current contact details.
To book an appointment at Lake Bonavista Animal Clinic, use the clinic's website or call to enquire about current availability. Reviews mention that short-notice appointments may sometimes be accommodated when schedules allow, but pet owners should confirm whether the clinic is accepting new clients before planning a visit.
Consultation fees vary by clinic in Canada and are not regulated by a government-published fee schedule; provincial health insurance does not cover pets. Call Lake Bonavista Animal Clinic for a current quote, and ask for an itemized written estimate before procedures, diagnostics, dentistry, or extractions. Pet insurance and third-party payment-plan options may be available generally in Canada, but confirm directly with the clinic before relying on them.
Most Canadian veterinary clinics commonly accept Interac debit, Visa, Mastercard, and tap-and-go options such as Apple Pay or Google Pay, but the provided data does not confirm Lake Bonavista Animal Clinic's specific payment methods. Call ahead to confirm accepted payment options, pet-insurance claim processes, and any third-party payment-plan availability.
The provided data highlights vaccinations and preventive care, dentistry and dental extractions, brachycephalic breed care for French bulldogs, fearful and reactive pet handling, chronic ear and back issue management, and immune-mediated disease management such as IMHA. Ask the clinic directly which services are currently available for your pet's specific needs.
Lake Bonavista Animal Clinic is rated 4.9 out of 5.0 based on 143 reviews. Pet owners often praise the clinic's knowledgeable veterinarians, compassionate handling, thorough exams, clear explanations, fair pricing, clean environment, and helpful reception team, while a few reviews mention phone hold times, new-client limitations, and expectations around urgent care.
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