5.0
18 reviews
22 81 Crescent St, Grand Bend, ON N0M 1T0
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👍What Pet Owners Praised
Owners consistently praised the caring, compassionate team and vets who are described as knowledgeable, thorough, and great at explaining options without pressure. Many mentioned being accommodated quickly for urgent issues, receiving follow-up calls, and seeing excellent handling of anxious pets. Reviewers also highlighted strong expertise with exotics and small mammals, reasonable pricing with clear quotes, and a clean, modern facility.
💬Common Feedback & Suggestions
Reviews are overwhelmingly positive, though a few raised concerns. Some noted inconsistent friendliness at the front desk and one report about inclusivity toward trans clients, as well as occasional capacity limits when emergencies arise. A small number of reviewers felt costs were high or questioned value in specific cases, including one complaint about a missed dental check. Overall, these were rare compared with the many positive experiences reported.
🏥Clinic Specialties
- Exotic and small mammal medicine (rabbits, rats, guinea pigs, ferrets)
- End-of-life and euthanasia support
- Emergency and urgent care accommodation
- Diagnostic imaging and ultrasound
- Soft-tissue surgery and neuters
- Preventive care and vaccinations (including RHDV2 for rabbits)
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#compassionateCare#knowledgeableVets#thoroughExams#clearCommunication#emergencyAccommodations#followUpCalls#reasonablePricing#cleanFacility#friendlyStaff#goodForExotics#handlesAnxiousPets#endOfLifeCompassion#worthTheDrive#mixedFrontDeskExperiences#inclusivityConcerns
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🐾Tips for Pet Owners
- For urgent concerns, call ahead as early as possible; they often squeeze in emergencies but capacity can fill quickly.
- Ask for a written estimate and all treatment options—reviewers report transparent quotes and no-pressure recommendations.
- If you have rabbits or other exotics, mention it when booking; the team regularly sees small mammals and even provides RHDV2 vaccinations.
- For nervous pets, request low-stress handling and bring favourite treats; staff use fear-reducing techniques and can keep visits calm.
- Weekend visits appear possible on Saturdays; book in advance if you need a weekend slot.
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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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Forest Veterinary Clinic is located at 6378 Townsend Line, Forest, ON N0N 1J0, in Lambton Shores. No subway, light-rail, or train station was found within walking distance, so driving is likely the most practical option; street parking is typically available in this area, but check local signage, or use Google Maps or the local transit agency to confirm the nearest bus route.
Forest Veterinary Clinic asks pet owners to call ahead to confirm current opening hours. Weekend visits appear possible on Saturdays, but booking in advance is recommended if you need a weekend appointment.
You can contact Forest Veterinary Clinic by phone at (519) 786-2306. Call ahead to confirm hours, availability, appointment options, and whether the clinic can accommodate your pet's needs.
To book an appointment at Forest Veterinary Clinic, call the clinic and explain your pet's species, symptoms, and whether the concern is urgent. If you have a rabbit, rat, guinea pig, ferret, or another small mammal, mention that when booking so the team can prepare appropriately.
Consultation fees vary by clinic in Canada and are not regulated by a government-published veterinary fee schedule; provincial health insurance such as OHIP does not cover pets. Call the clinic for a current quote, and for procedures or diagnostics, ask for an itemized written estimate; after-hours or urgent-care fees are typically higher when emergency accommodation is available. Pet insurance and third-party payment-plan options may help some owners manage costs, but availability should be confirmed directly with the clinic or provider.
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 options can vary. Call ahead to confirm accepted methods, and ask whether any pet-insurance claim support or third-party payment-plan options are available.
Forest Veterinary Clinic is described as accommodating urgent and emergency concerns when capacity allows, with pet owners noting that urgent issues were sometimes squeezed in quickly. For urgent concerns, call as early as possible because availability can fill quickly, and confirm whether your pet should be seen there or redirected to an emergency hospital.
Forest Veterinary Clinic is noted for exotic and small mammal medicine, including rabbits, rats, guinea pigs, and ferrets, along with end-of-life and euthanasia support, diagnostic imaging and ultrasound, soft-tissue surgery and neuters, preventive care, vaccinations, and RHDV2 vaccination for rabbits.
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