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2826 Durham Regional Hwy 2, Bowmanville, ON L1C 6C9
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👍What Pet Owners Praised
Owners consistently praised the warm, compassionate team—from reception to vets—who are gentle and patient with pets, including nervous or reactive animals and seniors. Vets are described as highly knowledgeable and thorough, taking time to explain diagnoses and options without pushing unnecessary treatments, with clear successes noted for issues like digestive upsets, eye trauma guidance, and routine surgeries such as neutering. End-of-life care is repeatedly highlighted as exceptionally empathetic and supportive. Many also appreciated reasonable pricing, smooth first visits for puppies and kittens, and easy, timely appointments.
💬Common Feedback & Suggestions
Reviews are overwhelmingly positive, with only a few minor concerns. A couple of reviewers noted organizational or access issues (an appointment mix-up and a period when new clients weren’t being accepted). A few owners mentioned frustrations around pricing transparency, needing another exam for medication or rechecks, and one felt prices had risen. Overall, these were isolated comments amid strong recommendations.
🏥Clinic Specialties
- Compassionate end-of-life and euthanasia support
- Puppy/kitten wellness and vaccinations
- Exotic pets (rabbits and birds)
- Surgery (neutering)
- Ophthalmology and eye trauma management
- Behaviour-sensitive handling for anxious or aggressive pets
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#compassionateCare#friendlyStaff#clearCommunication#explainsOptions#notPushy#reasonablePrices#endOfLifeSupport#goodForPuppiesAndKittens#acceptsExotics#goodWithAnxiousPets#shortWaitTimes#flexibleAppointments#longTermClients#highlyRecommended#occasionalSchedulingIssues#priceTransparencyConcerns
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🐾Tips for Pet Owners
- If your pet is anxious or reactive, call ahead—staff are accommodating and can plan gentle handling and timing.
- Book early when possible; appointments are usually timely, but the clinic has paused new-client intake at times.
- Discuss estimates and treatment options during the exam; phone quotes can be limited and an in-person exam may be required for refills or new issues.
- Bring a secure carrier for cats, rabbits, or birds and mention your species when booking since they see small animals and avians.
- Prepare questions—the vets are thorough and happy to explain what’s urgent versus what can wait.
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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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Clarington Animal Hospital is located at 2727 Courtice Rd, Courtice, ON L1E 3A2, in Clarington. No subway, light-rail, or train station was found within walking distance, so driving is likely the simplest option; street parking is typically available in this area, but check local signage. If you are using transit, check Google Maps or the local bus agency for the nearest route.
Clarington Animal Hospital asks pet owners to call ahead to confirm current opening hours before visiting. This is especially important if you need a same-day appointment or are planning around work, school, or transit.
You can contact Clarington Animal Hospital by phone at (905) 404-2030. Call ahead for current hours, appointment availability, species-specific questions, and fee estimates.
To book an appointment at Clarington Animal Hospital, call the clinic and explain your pet's needs, species, and any urgent symptoms. If your pet is anxious, reactive, a senior, a puppy or kitten, or an exotic pet such as a rabbit or bird, mention that when booking so the team can plan appropriately.
Veterinary consultation fees vary by clinic in Canada and are not set by a government-published fee schedule; provincial health insurance such as OHIP does not cover pets. Call Clarington Animal Hospital for a current consultation quote, and ask for an itemized written estimate before procedures, surgery, diagnostics, or ongoing treatment. Pet insurance and third-party payment plans may be available in the Canadian market generally, but you should 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 payment policies can vary. Call ahead to confirm accepted payment methods, and ask whether any pet-insurance direct-claim or third-party payment-plan options apply.
Street parking is typically available near Clarington Animal Hospital, and no nearby paid parking lot was found in the provided parking data. Check posted signs before leaving your vehicle, especially if you are arriving for a longer appointment or procedure drop-off.
Clarington Animal Hospital is noted for compassionate end-of-life and euthanasia support, puppy and kitten wellness and vaccinations, exotic pet care for rabbits and birds, neutering surgery, eye trauma guidance, and behaviour-sensitive handling for anxious or reactive pets. Mention your pet's species and concerns when booking so the clinic can confirm the right appointment type.
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Last updated: July 28, 2026