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811 reviews
579 Church St, , ON M4Y 2E4
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👍What Pet Owners Praised
Owners consistently praised the veterinarian’s compassion, patience, and clear explanations, often noting he doesn’t push unnecessary tests. Many long‑term clients (10–20+ years) report excellent outcomes, calm handling of anxious pets, and thorough, unhurried exams. Reviewers also highlighted fair value, professionalism during sensitive end‑of‑life care, and helpful support with travel paperwork.
💬Common Feedback & Suggestions
Reviews are overwhelmingly positive, but several mention front‑desk customer service issues, describing the receptionist as unhelpful or unsympathetic at times, and difficulty getting timely advice or accurate information by phone. A few cited booking challenges (e.g., not accepting new patients or long waits) and pricing surprises, including prepayment for a test they felt was unnecessary. There was also a single report alleging an eye injury during an exam. These concerns are in the minority but recur across years of feedback.
🏥Clinic Specialties
- Preventive care and vaccinations
- Spay and neuter surgery
- Euthanasia and end-of-life care
- International pet travel documentation
- Chronic condition management and second opinions
- Grooming services
🏷️Keywords
#compassionateCare#longTermClients#clearCommunication#gentleHandling#notPushyOnTests#friendlyStaff#receptionistIssues#bookingChallenges#fairPricing#pricingConcerns#afterHoursHelp#easyParking#travelPaperworkHelp#euthanasiaSupport
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🐾Tips for Pet Owners
- Book ahead—appointments can fill up and there have been times when new patients weren’t accepted.
- If picking up food or supplies, call the same day to confirm hours and be sure to arrive before closing.
- For detailed medical questions, ask to speak directly with the vet for clear guidance and options.
- Request written estimates and discuss which tests are optional to avoid surprise charges.
- If you need travel documents, bring your itinerary and destination requirements—the team has helped streamline this.
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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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Ellesmere Animal Clinic is located at 85 Ellesmere Rd f2, Scarborough, ON M1R 4B7 in Toronto. The nearest listed public transport station is Ellesmere metro station, but it is about a 37-minute walk away, so driving or checking a local TTC bus route in Google Maps may be more practical. Street parking is typically available in the area; check posted signage before leaving your vehicle.
Ellesmere Animal Clinic asks pet owners to call ahead to confirm current opening hours. This is especially important if you are picking up food, supplies, or documents, as hours may vary.
You can contact Ellesmere Animal Clinic by phone at (416) 449-3304. Call ahead for current hours, appointment availability, and service questions.
To book an appointment at Ellesmere Animal Clinic, call ahead to enquire about availability. Pet owners are advised to book in advance because appointments can fill up, and reviews mention there have been times when new patients were not being accepted or waits were longer.
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 testing, ask for an itemized written estimate so you can review what is required and what may be optional. Pet insurance and third-party payment-plan options may be available in the broader market, but you should confirm any specific billing options directly with the clinic.
Most Canadian veterinary clinics commonly accept Interac debit, Visa or Mastercard, and tap-and-go options such as Apple Pay or Google Pay, but payment methods can vary. Call ahead to confirm what Ellesmere Animal Clinic currently accepts, including whether any pet-insurance direct claims or third-party payment plans are supported.
Street parking is typically available near Ellesmere Animal Clinic, and no nearby paid parking lot was found in the provided Google Places parking search. Check posted street signs for time limits, permit rules, or other restrictions before parking.
Ellesmere Animal Clinic is described as offering preventive care and vaccinations, spay and neuter surgery, euthanasia and end-of-life care, international pet travel documentation, chronic condition management, second opinions, and grooming services. If your pet needs a specific service, call ahead to confirm availability and appointment timing.
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