Amherst Veterinary Hospital

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Owner Review Summary

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👍What Pet Owners Praised

Reviewers frequently praise the friendly, compassionate team and vets who take time to explain options clearly, are gentle with anxious or elderly pets, and follow up after visits. Many owners highlight fair, upfront pricing with clear estimates and a lack of pressure for unnecessary tests. People also note quick access to care, including same‑day appointments, weekend availability, and emergency acceptance. Successful procedures such as spay/neuter and feline dental surgery, as well as past positive experiences with exotic pets, are mentioned.

💬Common Feedback & Suggestions

While most feedback is positive, a number of reviewers report concerns about rude or dismissive interactions, miscommunication, and feeling that the clinic was money‑focused, including unexpected or higher‑than‑quoted charges. A smaller but significant group cite worries about medical judgment or outcomes (e.g., alleged misdiagnoses, poor results with some exotic/avian cases, pressure toward euthanasia, and one or two negligence claims). Convenience drawbacks include limited or congested parking, occasional early closing, and reports that exotic/avian services were discontinued without notice. A few also found prices higher than nearby clinics.

🏥Clinic Specialties

  • End-of-life care and euthanasia
  • Dentistry and dental surgery for cats
  • Spay and neuter procedures
  • Exotic and avian medicine
  • Emergency and same-day care

🏷️Keywords

#compassionateCare#clearCommunication#patientWithNervousPets#upfrontPricing#reasonableRates#sameDayAppointments#weekendHours#emergencyAccepted#limitedParking#cleanFacility#longTimeClients#exoticsExperience#rudeStaffReports#hiddenFeesConcerns#moneyFocusedConcerns#misdiagnosisReports

Overall Ratings

🐾Tips for Pet Owners

  • Call ahead to confirm hours and availability; several reviewers noted same‑day openings but also occasional early closing.
  • Ask for a written estimate and clarify exam or re‑exam fees in advance to avoid surprises.
  • Parking can be tight; allow extra time and use the back lot or nearby street parking.
  • If your pet is anxious or elderly, let the team know—reviewers noted the staff adapts exams to keep pets calm.
  • If you have an exotic or bird, confirm current service availability since some reviews report those services were discontinued.
📊 **Overall Ratings** - Medical Expertise: 77% satisfied - Service Attitude: 82% satisfied - Convenience: 73% satisfied - Pricing: 71% satisfied - Cleanliness: 100% satisfied - Recommendability: 81% satisfied 👍 **What Pet Owners Praised** Reviewers frequently praise the friendly, compassionate team and vets who take time to explain options clearly, are gentle with anxious or elderly pets, and follow up after visits. Many owners highlight fair, upfront pricing with clear estimates and a lack of pressure for unnecessary tests. People also note quick access to care, including same‑day appointments, weekend availability, and emergency acceptance. Successful procedures such as spay/neuter and feline dental surgery, as well as past positive experiences with exotic pets, are mentioned. 💬 **Common Feedback & Suggestions** While most feedback is positive, a number of reviewers report concerns about rude or dismissive interactions, miscommunication, and feeling that the clinic was money‑focused, including unexpected or higher‑than‑quoted charges. A smaller but significant group cite worries about medical judgment or outcomes (e.g., alleged misdiagnoses, poor results with some exotic/avian cases, pressure toward euthanasia, and one or two negligence claims). Convenience drawbacks include limited or congested parking, occasional early closing, and reports that exotic/avian services were discontinued without notice. A few also found prices higher than nearby clinics. 🏥 **Clinic Specialties** - End-of-life care and euthanasia - Dentistry and dental surgery for cats - Spay and neuter procedures - Exotic and avian medicine - Emergency and same-day care 🏷️ **Tags** #compassionateCare #clearCommunication #patientWithNervousPets #upfrontPricing #reasonableRates #sameDayAppointments #weekendHours #emergencyAccepted #limitedParking #cleanFacility #longTimeClients #exoticsExperience #rudeStaffReports #hiddenFeesConcerns #moneyFocusedConcerns #misdiagnosisReports 🐾 **Tips for Pet Owners** - Call ahead to confirm hours and availability; several reviewers noted same‑day openings but also occasional early closing. - Ask for a written estimate and clarify exam or re‑exam fees in advance to avoid surprises. - Parking can be tight; allow extra time and use the back lot or nearby street parking. - If your pet is anxious or elderly, let the team know—reviewers noted the staff adapts exams to keep pets calm. - If you have an exotic or bird, confirm current service availability since some reviews report those services were discontinued.

Other areas this clinic treats

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Conditions commonly treated here

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Abortion, Spontaneous (Early Pregnancy Loss)-Cats

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Abortion, Spontaneous (Early Pregnancy Loss)-Dogs

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Abortion, Termination of Pregnancy

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Breeding, Timing

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Cryptorchidism

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Contact

Clinic phone
(416) 261-3322
Official website
amherstvh.com/

Opening Hours

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Map

Clinic Address

3206 Eglinton Ave E, Scarborough, ON M1J 2H6

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Parking

215 Markham Road Parking- Precise ParkLink

129m
215 Markham Rd, Scarborough, ON M1J 3C3, Canada

5 cedar drive car parking Lot

213m
5 Cedar Dr, Scarborough, ON M1J 3E7, Canada

Frequently Asked Questions

Here are the questions pet owners ask most often — tap a question to read the full answer. For other concerns, please consult a licensed veterinarian.

Amherst Veterinary Hospital is located at 3206 Eglinton Ave E, Scarborough, ON M1J 2H6 in Toronto. The closest listed public transport option is Eglinton GO, a train station about a 15-minute walk away; drivers can also use nearby parking such as 215 Markham Road Parking - Precise ParkLink, about a 2-minute walk from the clinic.

Amherst Veterinary Hospital asks pet owners to call ahead to confirm current opening hours. Reviews mention weekend availability and occasional early closing, so it is best to check before visiting.

You can contact Amherst Veterinary Hospital by phone at (416) 261-3322. Call ahead to confirm hours, appointment availability, and current services.

To book an appointment at Amherst Veterinary Hospital, call the clinic to enquire about available times. Review feedback mentions quick access to care and same-day appointments, but availability should be confirmed directly.

Veterinary consultation fees in Canada vary by clinic and are not regulated by a government-published fee schedule, and OHIP does not cover pets. Call the clinic for a current quote, ask whether exam or re-exam fees apply, and request an itemized written estimate for procedures; emergency or after-hours care, when available, is typically more expensive. Pet insurance and third-party payment-plan options exist in Canada, but you should confirm any coverage or payment support directly with the clinic and provider.

Most Canadian veterinary clinics commonly accept Interac debit, Visa/Mastercard, and tap-and-go options such as Apple Pay or Google Pay, while some may support pet-insurance claims or third-party payment plans. Call ahead to confirm Amherst Veterinary Hospital's current accepted payment methods before your visit.

Review summaries mention emergency acceptance, same-day appointments, and weekend availability at Amherst Veterinary Hospital. Because availability can change and some reviewers noted occasional early closing, call ahead to confirm whether the clinic can see your pet urgently that day.

Yes, nearby parking is listed close to Amherst Veterinary Hospital, including 215 Markham Road Parking - Precise ParkLink about a 2-minute walk away and 5 cedar drive car parking Lot about a 3-minute walk away. Reviews also mention that parking can be limited or congested, so allow extra time.

Amherst Veterinary Hospital is associated with end-of-life care and euthanasia, dentistry and dental surgery for cats, spay and neuter procedures, exotic and avian medicine, and emergency or same-day care. If your pet is exotic or avian, call ahead to confirm current service availability because some reviews suggest those services may have changed.

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