Hastings Veterinary Hospital

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Owner Review Summary

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👍What Pet Owners Praised

Owners consistently praised the kind, compassionate staff and the vets’ clear communication and follow-up. Many mention thorough exams, knowledgeable guidance, and treatment plans that led to quick improvement, with special care for seniors and anxious pets. Several reviewers highlight honest advice that isn’t pushy about tests and note reasonable pricing, with multiple strong recommendations and long-term loyalty.

💬Common Feedback & Suggestions

Reviews are overwhelmingly positive, with only a few concerns. A small number of owners reported poor bedside manner and reliance on sedation/calming meds, and one described a negative outcome involving an eye issue. There were also isolated comments about difficulty finding the clinic entrance after a move and frustration during a period when owners could not accompany pets into exam rooms.

🏥Clinic Specialties

  • Preventive care and vaccinations with weight and dental advice
  • Internal medicine and acute care (e.g., pancreatitis treatment)
  • Behaviour-aware handling for anxious pets
  • Large animal services
  • Diagnostics and rapid treatment with follow-ups
  • Senior pet care

🏷️Keywords

#compassionateCare#clearCommunication#thoroughExams#followUpCalls#gentleWithNervousPets#friendlyStaff#honestAdvice#reasonablePrices#highlyRecommended#efficientService#attentionToDetail#seniorPetCare#sedationConcerns#difficultToFindEntrance#noOwnerInExamRoom#mixedExperiences

Overall Ratings

🐾Tips for Pet Owners

  • If your pet is anxious, let the team know—they’re noted for gentle handling; discuss calming options and dosing if medication is suggested.
  • Prepare questions ahead of time; vets here are praised for taking time to explain options and following up after visits.
  • Ask for estimates and whether tests are necessary—the clinic is often described as honest and not pushy.
  • If it’s your first visit, allow a few extra minutes to find the entrance, as one reviewer found signage confusing after a move.
  • For timely appointments, book ahead when you can—most say they can get in when needed, but availability can vary.
📊 **Overall Ratings** - Medical Expertise: 84% satisfied - Service Attitude: 93% satisfied - Convenience: 71% satisfied - Pricing: 75% satisfied - Cleanliness: 90% satisfied - Recommendability: 85% satisfied 👍 **What Pet Owners Praised** Owners consistently praised the kind, compassionate staff and the vets’ clear communication and follow-up. Many mention thorough exams, knowledgeable guidance, and treatment plans that led to quick improvement, with special care for seniors and anxious pets. Several reviewers highlight honest advice that isn’t pushy about tests and note reasonable pricing, with multiple strong recommendations and long-term loyalty. 💬 **Common Feedback & Suggestions** Reviews are overwhelmingly positive, with only a few concerns. A small number of owners reported poor bedside manner and reliance on sedation/calming meds, and one described a negative outcome involving an eye issue. There were also isolated comments about difficulty finding the clinic entrance after a move and frustration during a period when owners could not accompany pets into exam rooms. 🏥 **Clinic Specialties** - Preventive care and vaccinations with weight and dental advice - Internal medicine and acute care (e.g., pancreatitis treatment) - Behaviour-aware handling for anxious pets - Large animal services - Diagnostics and rapid treatment with follow-ups - Senior pet care 🏷️ **Tags** #compassionateCare #clearCommunication #thoroughExams #followUpCalls #gentleWithNervousPets #friendlyStaff #honestAdvice #reasonablePrices #highlyRecommended #efficientService #attentionToDetail #seniorPetCare #sedationConcerns #difficultToFindEntrance #noOwnerInExamRoom #mixedExperiences 🐾 **Tips for Pet Owners** - If your pet is anxious, let the team know—they’re noted for gentle handling; discuss calming options and dosing if medication is suggested. - Prepare questions ahead of time; vets here are praised for taking time to explain options and following up after visits. - Ask for estimates and whether tests are necessary—the clinic is often described as honest and not pushy. - If it’s your first visit, allow a few extra minutes to find the entrance, as one reviewer found signage confusing after a move. - For timely appointments, book ahead when you can—most say they can get in when needed, but availability can vary.

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Contact

Clinic phone
(613) 395-3386
Official website
hastingsvet.ca/

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Clinic Address

234 North St, Stirling, ON K0K 3E0

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Hastings Veterinary Hospital is located at 234 North St, Stirling, ON K0K 3E0, in Stirling-Rawdon, Ontario. No subway, light-rail, or train station was found within walking distance, so driving is likely the most practical option; you can also check Google Maps or the local transit agency for the nearest bus route. Street parking is typically available in this area, but check local signage when you arrive.

Hastings Veterinary Hospital's current opening hours are not listed in the provided information. Please call ahead to confirm today's hours before visiting.

You can contact Hastings Veterinary Hospital by phone at (613) 395-3386.

To book an appointment at Hastings Veterinary Hospital, call the clinic directly and ask about available appointment times. If your pet is anxious, mention this when booking so the team can discuss handling preferences or calming options.

Veterinary consultation 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 pets. Call the clinic for a current quote, and for procedures or diagnostics, ask for an itemized written estimate before treatment. Pet insurance and third-party payment-plan options may be worth researching in general, but confirm any payment arrangements directly with the clinic.

Many Canadian veterinary clinics commonly accept Interac debit, Visa, Mastercard, and tap-and-go payments such as Apple Pay or Google Pay. Some clinics may also support pet-insurance claims or third-party payment plans, but you should call ahead to confirm what Hastings Veterinary Hospital currently accepts.

Street parking is typically available near Hastings Veterinary Hospital, and no nearby paid parking lot was found in the provided Google Places parking data. Check posted signage when you arrive, especially if you are visiting for the first time.

Pet owner feedback for Hastings Veterinary Hospital is strongly positive in the provided review summary, especially for compassionate staff, clear communication, thorough exams, follow-up calls, senior pet care, and support for nervous pets. A few concerns mentioned bedside manner, sedation discussions, a difficult-to-find entrance after a move, and past restrictions on owners accompanying pets into exam rooms.

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Last updated: July 28, 2026