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Owner Review Summary
Distilled from Google reviews — see what pet owners actually say
👍What Pet Owners Praised
Owners consistently praised the clinic’s compassionate, professional emergency care and the way staff supported both pets and families during stressful situations and end‑of‑life decisions. Many cited strong medical outcomes, including successful surgeries (cruciate/TPLO, tumour removals, amputations, foreign body cases) and thoughtful, thorough explanations without pressure or upselling. Reviewers also noted a clean, calm facility and appreciated that costs were often reasonable for after‑hours care.
💬Common Feedback & Suggestions
Most concerns centred on long waits and communication gaps during busy emergency periods, with some feeling triage order and status updates could be clearer. Opinions on price were mixed: many found fees fair, while others reported very high costs for hospital stays, diagnostics, or medication, as well as frustration with billing errors and payment‑first policies. A few reviewers alleged misdiagnosis or feeling pressured toward euthanasia, and a couple cited rigid policies when funds were limited. Overall, the sentiment is strongly positive, with these issues representing a minority of experiences.
🏥Clinic Specialties
- 24/7 emergency and critical care
- Orthopaedic surgery (cruciate/TPLO, hip)
- Foreign body and tumour surgeries
- Reproductive services and breeding support
- Advanced imaging (CT scans and ultrasound)
- Exotic pet care (reptiles)
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🐾Tips for Pet Owners
- For emergencies, call ahead so the team can advise on triage and timing, and be prepared for potential waits during peak periods.
- Book routine or non‑urgent visits as appointments to minimise wait times and keep care moving smoothly.
- Ask for written estimates and discuss your budget or pet‑insurance upfront, especially for overnight hospitalisation, imaging, or surgery.
- Bring previous records, referrals, and imaging if you’re coming for specialty procedures (e.g., TPLO, CT, ultrasound) to streamline diagnostics.
- If considering euthanasia or aftercare, ask in advance about available memorial options and cremation/euthanasia policies.
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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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Actual hours may change on public holidays or unexpected situations. Please call ahead to confirm before visiting.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Cedarwood Veterinary & Animal Emergency Hospital is located at 7644 50 Ave, Red Deer, AB T4P 2A8. No public transit stop data was provided, so check Google Maps or the local transit agency for current bus options; if driving, parking is not confirmed, so call ahead or check local signage when you arrive.
The provided opening-hours information says to call ahead to confirm. Because this clinic is described as offering 24/7 emergency and critical care, it is still best to confirm availability before travelling, especially during busy emergency periods.
A phone number was not provided in the source data. You can visit the clinic website at http://www.cedarwoodvet.ca/ for current contact details.
For routine or non-urgent care, book an appointment through the clinic's current contact options on its website. For emergencies, call ahead if possible so the team can advise on triage, timing, and what records or information to bring.
Veterinary consultation fees vary by clinic in Canada and are not regulated by a government-published fee schedule, and provincial health insurance does not cover pets. Call the clinic for a current quote, and ask for an itemized written estimate for procedures, diagnostics, imaging, surgery, or hospitalization; after-hours emergency fees are typically higher. Pet insurance and third-party payment-plan options may be worth asking about in general, but confirm directly with the clinic.
Most Canadian veterinary clinics commonly accept Interac debit, Visa, Mastercard, and tap-and-go payments such as Apple Pay or Google Pay, but payment methods can vary. Call ahead to confirm accepted payment options, pet-insurance claim handling, or any third-party payment-plan availability.
Yes. Cedarwood Veterinary & Animal Emergency Hospital is described as offering 24/7 emergency and critical care. For urgent cases, call ahead when possible so the team can advise on triage and timing, and be prepared for potential waits during busy emergency periods.
The clinic summary lists 24/7 emergency and critical care, orthopaedic surgery including cruciate or TPLO and hip procedures, foreign body and tumour surgeries, reproductive services and breeding support, advanced imaging including CT scans and ultrasound, and exotic pet care for reptiles.
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