Toronto North Animal Hospital

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👍What Pet Owners Praised

Owners consistently praised the vets and staff for being compassionate, patient, and highly professional, with clear explanations and supportive follow‑up. Many reported fast access for emergencies and same‑day visits, late and weekend hours, and short or no wait times. Successful outcomes were noted across surgeries (dental, bladder stones, foreign bodies), urgent cases, skin/allergy issues, and care for seniors and heart patients. The clinic environment was repeatedly described as clean, calm, and welcoming.

💬Common Feedback & Suggestions

A minority of reviewers felt prices were high or cited unexpected surcharges on weekends, and a few mentioned concerns about over‑medicalization or repeat medications/tests without improvement. One reviewer reported a serious negative outcome after a procedure, and another noted sensitivity to an essential‑oil scent in the lobby. There were also small suggestions like offering treats around vaccinations to help calm pets. Overall, feedback is overwhelmingly positive, with these concerns raised by a limited number of visitors.

🏥Clinic Specialties

  • Emergency and urgent care (late and weekend access)
  • Soft‑tissue surgery (foreign bodies, bladder stones, tumours)
  • Dentistry and dental extractions
  • Dermatology and allergy management
  • Senior and cardiac pet care
  • Feline urinary blockage treatment

🏷️Keywords

#compassionateCare#clearCommunication#thoroughExams#emergencyAvailability#openLateHours#sameDayAppointments#shortWaitTimes#cleanClinic#surgerySuccess#gentleHandling#friendlyStaff#followUpCalls#fairValueConcerns#discountsAvailable#scentSensitivity#overTreatmentConcerns

Overall Ratings

🐾Tips for Pet Owners

  • For urgent issues, call ahead—reviews note they often accommodate same‑day or immediate visits and are open late and on Sundays.
  • Ask for an estimate up front and inquire about any weekend/after‑hours surcharges to avoid billing surprises.
  • If your pet (or you) is scent‑sensitive, request a scent‑free room or ask about unplugging any diffusers.
  • Bring your pet’s medical history and questions—vets here take time to explain options, which helps with complex or senior cases.
  • For anxious pets or vaccinations, bring high‑value treats and ask for a quiet room; staff are described as patient and accommodating.
📊 **Overall Ratings** - Medical Expertise: 93% satisfied - Service Attitude: 96% satisfied - Convenience: 96% satisfied - Pricing: 78% satisfied - Cleanliness: 94% satisfied - Recommendability: 94% satisfied 👍 **What Pet Owners Praised** Owners consistently praised the vets and staff for being compassionate, patient, and highly professional, with clear explanations and supportive follow‑up. Many reported fast access for emergencies and same‑day visits, late and weekend hours, and short or no wait times. Successful outcomes were noted across surgeries (dental, bladder stones, foreign bodies), urgent cases, skin/allergy issues, and care for seniors and heart patients. The clinic environment was repeatedly described as clean, calm, and welcoming. 💬 **Common Feedback & Suggestions** A minority of reviewers felt prices were high or cited unexpected surcharges on weekends, and a few mentioned concerns about over‑medicalization or repeat medications/tests without improvement. One reviewer reported a serious negative outcome after a procedure, and another noted sensitivity to an essential‑oil scent in the lobby. There were also small suggestions like offering treats around vaccinations to help calm pets. Overall, feedback is overwhelmingly positive, with these concerns raised by a limited number of visitors. 🏥 **Clinic Specialties** - Emergency and urgent care (late and weekend access) - Soft‑tissue surgery (foreign bodies, bladder stones, tumours) - Dentistry and dental extractions - Dermatology and allergy management - Senior and cardiac pet care - Feline urinary blockage treatment 🏷️ **Tags** #compassionateCare #clearCommunication #thoroughExams #emergencyAvailability #openLateHours #sameDayAppointments #shortWaitTimes #cleanClinic #surgerySuccess #gentleHandling #friendlyStaff #followUpCalls #fairValueConcerns #discountsAvailable #scentSensitivity #overTreatmentConcerns 🐾 **Tips for Pet Owners** - For urgent issues, call ahead—reviews note they often accommodate same‑day or immediate visits and are open late and on Sundays. - Ask for an estimate up front and inquire about any weekend/after‑hours surcharges to avoid billing surprises. - If your pet (or you) is scent‑sensitive, request a scent‑free room or ask about unplugging any diffusers. - Bring your pet’s medical history and questions—vets here take time to explain options, which helps with complex or senior cases. - For anxious pets or vaccinations, bring high‑value treats and ask for a quiet room; staff are described as patient and accommodating.

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Contact

Clinic phone
(416) 546-7493

Opening Hours

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Map

Clinic Address

223 Sheppard Ave W, North York, ON M2N 1N2

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Parking

Parking Lot

102m
242 Sheppard Ave W, North York, ON M2N 1N3, Canada

Parking Lot

127m
246A Sheppard Ave W, North York, ON M2N 1N3, Canada

Parking Lot

306m
2 Quilter Rd, North York, ON M2N 1M8, Canada

Parking Lot

322m
300 Sheppard Ave W, North York, ON M2N 1N5, Canada

Parking Lot

341m
9 Brentwood Ave, North York, ON M2N 2L6, Canada

Frequently Asked Questions

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Toronto North Animal Hospital is located at 223 Sheppard Ave W, North York, ON M2N 1N2, in Toronto. The closest public transit option listed is Sheppard Yonge subway station, about an 11-minute walk away; North York Centre Station is also nearby, about a 16-minute walk. Nearby parking lots are listed about 1 to 4 minutes away on foot.

Toronto North Animal Hospital asks pet owners to call ahead to confirm current opening hours. Reviews mention late, weekend, Sunday, and same-day access, but you should confirm availability before travelling.

You can contact Toronto North Animal Hospital by phone at (416) 546-7493.

To book an appointment at Toronto North Animal Hospital, contact the clinic directly and ask about the next available visit. Reviews suggest they may accommodate same-day or urgent appointments, but availability should be confirmed in advance.

Veterinary consultation fees vary by clinic in Canada and are not regulated by a government-published fee schedule; OHIP and other provincial health insurance do not cover pets. Call the clinic for a current quote, ask whether weekend or after-hours surcharges apply, and request an itemized written estimate for procedures. Pet insurance and third-party payment plans may be options in general, but confirm any specific payment support 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 accepted payment methods can vary. Call ahead to confirm before your visit, especially if you want to ask about pet-insurance claims or payment-plan options.

Toronto North Animal Hospital is described in reviews as offering emergency and urgent care, with late and weekend access and fast availability for some same-day visits. For urgent symptoms, contact the clinic before arriving so the team can confirm whether they can see your pet right away.

Toronto North Animal Hospital's listed specialties include emergency and urgent care, soft-tissue surgery for issues such as foreign bodies, bladder stones and tumours, dentistry and dental extractions, dermatology and allergy management, senior and cardiac pet care, and feline urinary blockage treatment.

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