747 reviews
33 Alvin Ave, , ON M4T 2A7
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Riverdale Animal Hospital
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👍What Pet Owners Praised
Owners frequently praise the friendly, compassionate staff and vets, noting clear explanations and patient handling of anxious pets. Many report good outcomes for surgeries and treatments (e.g., spay/neuter, bladder stone removal, injuries) and appreciate the clinic’s ability to accommodate same‑day needs and Sunday availability. Several reviewers also highlight reasonable or fair pricing and say they’ve been loyal for years. Exotics owners (birds, rabbits, geckos, ferrets, hamsters) mention the team’s willingness to see their pets.
💬Common Feedback & Suggestions
Feedback is mixed, with multiple reviews citing inconsistent diagnostics or misdiagnoses, poor‑quality imaging, and treatment plans that didn’t match the pet’s issues. A recurring concern is front‑desk communication and attitude (reports of rudeness, not acknowledging arrivals, or dismissive phone interactions). Pricing experiences vary: many found fees affordable, while others described unexpected or high diagnostic costs and disputes over medication pricing. A few serious negative outcomes are described, including complications related to ear cropping, euthanasia experiences that felt poorly managed, and limited parking near the clinic.
🏥Clinic Specialties
- Exotic and avian care
- Spay/neuter and soft tissue surgery
- Ear cropping procedures
- Same‑day and Sunday appointments
- Allergy and skin issue management
- Euthanasia and end‑of‑life care
🏷️Keywords
#compassionateCare#friendlyStaff#clearExplanations#sameDayAppointments#openOnSunday#exoticsWelcome#earCropping#reasonablePrices#highDiagnosticsCosts#rudeReception#inconsistentDiagnostics#convenientLocation#limitedParking#quickAppointments#patientWithAnxiousPets#loyalClientele
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🐾Tips for Pet Owners
- Ask for an itemized estimate before tests or medications to avoid pricing surprises, and confirm medication costs up front.
- If you have a preferred veterinarian, request them when booking, as experiences seem to vary between clinicians.
- Parking can be limited; consider arriving early or using TTC, which reviewers found convenient.
- For exotic pets, call ahead to confirm the clinic can accommodate your species and what to bring for handling.
- For euthanasia or complex procedures, discuss the sedation plan and aftercare in detail to ensure you’re comfortable with the process.
Other areas this clinic treats
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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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Parking
Green P
155m31 Langford Ave, Toronto, ON M4J 3E4, Canada
Parking for 31 Eaton Ave.
311mLane North Danforth West Woodycrest, Toronto, ON M4J 1T3, Canada
Green P Lot 90
318m17 Eaton Ave, Toronto, ON M4J 2Z4, Canada
47 Eaton Ave Parking
326m47 Eaton Ave, Toronto, ON M4J 2Z4, Canada
26 Lipton Ave Parking
390m26 Lipton Ave, Toronto, ON M4J 1N9, Canada
Frequently Asked Questions
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Riverdale Animal Hospital is located at 901 Danforth Ave, Toronto, ON M4J 1L8. The closest TTC subway access listed is Donlands Station, about a 2-minute walk away; drivers can also look for nearby paid parking such as Green P, about a 2-minute walk from the clinic.
Riverdale Animal Hospital's current opening hours are not listed, so please call ahead to confirm before visiting. Review feedback mentions Sunday availability, but owners should confirm the current schedule directly with the clinic.
You can contact Riverdale Animal Hospital by phone at (416) 465-4655. Calling is the best way to confirm hours, appointment availability, species coverage, and current fees.
Call Riverdale Animal Hospital to book an appointment and ask whether same-day or Sunday times are available. If you have a preferred veterinarian, mention that when booking, as pet owner experiences may vary by clinician.
Veterinary consultation fees vary by clinic in Canada and are not set by a government fee schedule; provincial health insurance such as OHIP does not cover pets. Call the clinic for a current quote, and ask for an itemized written estimate before procedures, diagnostics, medications, or surgery. Pet insurance and third-party payment-plan options may be available in the wider Canadian market, but you should confirm directly with the clinic before assuming coverage or payment terms.
Most Canadian veterinary clinics commonly accept Interac debit, Visa, Mastercard, and tap-and-go payments such as Apple Pay or Google Pay, but payment options can vary. Call ahead to confirm which methods Riverdale Animal Hospital currently accepts and whether any insurance claim support or payment-plan options are available.
Parking may be limited near Riverdale Animal Hospital, according to pet owner feedback. Nearby options listed include Green P about a 2-minute walk away, Parking for 31 Eaton Ave. about a 4-minute walk away, and Green P Lot 90 about a 4-minute walk away.
Riverdale Animal Hospital is associated with exotic and avian care, spay/neuter and soft tissue surgery, ear cropping procedures, allergy and skin issue management, same-day and Sunday appointments, and euthanasia and end-of-life care. For exotic pets or complex procedures, call ahead to confirm the clinic can accommodate your pet's species and needs.
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Last updated: July 28, 2026