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848 Burnhamthorpe Rd W #2, , ON L5C 2S3
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👍What Pet Owners Praised
Owners consistently praised the vets and staff for being exceptionally kind, compassionate, and professional, with many loyal clients returning for decades. Reviewers highlighted knowledgeable care with clear explanations, no pressure or upselling, and fair, reasonable fees. Several noted successful diagnoses and treatments, smooth surgeries (including spay/neuter), and gentle, cat‑savvy handling. Emergency visits were described as patient, thorough, and empathetic.
💬Common Feedback & Suggestions
While the vast majority of feedback is positive, a few critical reviews reported serious concerns, including a missed diagnosis that preceded a pet’s passing and dissatisfaction with a surgical and euthanasia experience. One reviewer also complained about consistent 20–30+ minute waits, though others mentioned efficient service and little waiting. The office is described as small by one reviewer. Overall sentiment is strongly favourable, but these isolated issues were noted.
🏥Clinic Specialties
- Canine and feline general medicine
- Spay/neuter and soft-tissue surgery
- Cat-friendly, low-stress handling
- Senior pet care and chronic disease management
- Emergency and urgent visits
🏷️Keywords
#compassionateCare#friendlyStaff#knowledgeableVets#clearExplanations#noUpselling#fairPricing#catFriendly#skilledSurgery#loyalClients#emergencyAccommodations#thoroughCare#longWaits#smallOffice#diagnosisConcerns#highlyRecommended#trustworthy
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🐾Tips for Pet Owners
- Book ahead and plan a little extra time in case of waits, as experiences vary.
- Discuss your budget and ask for options—reviewers note the team is transparent, mindful of costs, and avoids upselling.
- If your pet is anxious (especially cats), let the staff know—they’re noted for gentle, low‑stress handling.
- If symptoms persist or you’re worried, ask about additional diagnostics or a second opinion.
- For surgeries, request an estimate and ask about follow‑up—owners reported helpful post‑procedure communication.
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Conditions commonly treated here
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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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Desmond Animal Hospital is located at 2979 Unity Gate, Mississauga, ON L5L 3E5. The closest listed public transit stop is Winston Churchill Station East Platform 5, a bus stop about a 7-minute walk away; street parking is typically available in this area, but check local signage before leaving your vehicle.
Desmond Animal Hospital's opening hours are not listed in the provided source data. Please call ahead to confirm the current schedule before visiting.
You can contact Desmond Animal Hospital by phone at (905) 820-0660. No website was provided in the source data.
To book an appointment at Desmond Animal Hospital, call the clinic directly to enquire about available times. Booking ahead is recommended, and pet owners may want to allow extra time because some reviews mentioned occasional waits.
Consultation fees vary by clinic in Canada and are not regulated by a government-published veterinary fee schedule; OHIP and provincial health insurance do not cover pets. Call the clinic for a current quote, ask for an itemized written estimate before procedures, and note that urgent or emergency visits may involve higher fees. Pet insurance and third-party payment-plan options exist in Canada, but confirm directly what options may apply.
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 provided data does not confirm Desmond Animal Hospital's specific payment methods. Call ahead to confirm accepted payments and ask whether insurance direct claims or payment-plan options are available.
Desmond Animal Hospital is described as accommodating emergency and urgent visits, with reviewers noting patient, thorough, and empathetic care during emergency situations. The source data does not confirm after-hours availability, so call ahead to enquire before going in for urgent care.
The provided data lists no public star rating or review count, but the review summary is strongly favourable. Pet owners praised the clinic's kind and professional staff, clear explanations, fair pricing, cat-friendly handling, and skilled surgery, while a few critical comments mentioned waits, a small office, and serious concerns about individual medical experiences.
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Last updated: July 28, 2026