4.4
132 reviews
762 The Queensway S, Keswick, ON L4P 4C9
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👍What Pet Owners Praised
Reviewers consistently praised the compassionate, knowledgeable team and their dedication to caring for injured and orphaned wildlife of all sizes, especially birds, when other centres were full. Many noted fast, no‑hassle intake, clear phone guidance on short‑term care and transport, and positive outcomes with animals returned to health and release. People also appreciated the friendly, professional manner and the well‑run facility.
💬Common Feedback & Suggestions
While feedback was overwhelmingly positive, a few reviewers reported brusque or rude phone interactions and delayed responses during peak intake seasons; some were advised to wait and an animal did not survive. One parent found the intake handoff abrupt due to strict policies, and several noted the long drive from urban areas. Overall, concerns were occasional and seemed tied to workload and triage realities rather than the quality of animal care.
🏥Clinic Specialties
- Wildlife rehabilitation and release
- Songbird, pigeon and dove care
- Small mammal rescue (squirrels, skunks, rabbits, chipmunks)
- Waterfowl and seabird intake (ducks, geese, gulls)
- Wildlife triage and transport coordination
- Public guidance on temporary wildlife care
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- For urgent cases, call rather than email since replies by email can lag during busy seasons.
- Follow the pre‑arrival instructions they provide (e.g., keeping the animal warm and safe) to improve outcomes.
- Expect a quick, policy‑driven handoff at intake; prepare children in advance as goodbyes may not be possible.
- If distance is a challenge, ask about transport options or guidance to the nearest appropriate drop‑off.
- Consider bringing a donation or supplies, as the centre is privately funded and appreciates support.
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Shades of Hope Wildlife Clinic is located at 87 Routley Ave, Pefferlaw, ON L0E 1N0, in Georgina, Ontario. No subway, light-rail, or train station was found within walking distance, so driving is usually the most practical option; street parking is typically available in this area, but check local signage before leaving your vehicle. For transit, check Google Maps or the local transit agency for the nearest bus route.
Shades of Hope Wildlife Clinic asks visitors to call ahead to confirm current opening hours. This is especially important during busy wildlife intake seasons, when response times and intake procedures may vary.
You can contact Shades of Hope Wildlife Clinic by phone at (705) 437-4654. For urgent wildlife cases, calling is recommended because email replies may be slower during busy intake periods.
To arrange intake or guidance, call ahead before travelling to Shades of Hope Wildlife Clinic. The clinic can provide instructions on short-term wildlife care, safe transport, and whether the animal should be brought in or directed to another appropriate drop-off option.
Veterinary and wildlife-care fees vary by clinic in Canada and are not regulated by a government-published fee schedule; provincial health insurance such as OHIP does not cover animals. Call the clinic for a current quote before visiting, and ask for an itemized written estimate for any procedures or ongoing care. Pet insurance and third-party payment-plan options may exist in Canada in general, but you should confirm directly with the clinic before assuming any specific option is available.
Many Canadian veterinary and animal-care facilities commonly accept Interac debit, Visa or Mastercard, and tap-and-go payments such as Apple Pay or Google Pay, while some may support pet-insurance direct claims or third-party payment plans. Call ahead to confirm which payment methods Shades of Hope Wildlife Clinic currently accepts.
Shades of Hope Wildlife Clinic focuses on wildlife rehabilitation and release. Its listed specialties include care for songbirds, pigeons, doves, small mammals such as squirrels, skunks, rabbits, and chipmunks, waterfowl and seabirds such as ducks, geese, and gulls, plus wildlife triage, transport coordination, and public guidance on temporary wildlife care.
Review feedback describes Shades of Hope Wildlife Clinic as compassionate, knowledgeable, and dedicated to caring for injured and orphaned wildlife, with strong satisfaction for medical expertise, pricing, cleanliness, and recommendability. Some reviewers noted brusque phone interactions, delayed responses during peak seasons, strict intake policies, and a long drive from urban areas, so it is best to call ahead and follow the clinic's instructions closely.
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