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4505 Nova Scotia Trunk 14 #1, , NS B0N 2T0
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Rivard Animal Hospital
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👍What Pet Owners Praised
Owners frequently highlight a warm, compassionate team that treats pets kindly and accommodates urgent cases, even close to closing. Many note a very clean, organised clinic and vets who are knowledgeable, thorough, and gentle with anxious animals, with successful outcomes ranging from routine vaccines and nail trims to life‑saving surgeries.
💬Common Feedback & Suggestions
A significant share of reviews raise transparency and consent concerns, mentioning unexpected add‑ons, injections or treatments without clear approval, and pressure to buy tests or products. Several report inconsistent bedside manner from the veterinarian, long waits or late starts, and a few handling or clinical issues (e.g., a post‑spay infection, misdiagnosed fleas, and a carrier not secured). Pricing experiences are mixed—some found fees fair or negotiable, while others felt overcharged or misled by promotions—and one review mentioned paying before service and tricky parking.
🏥Clinic Specialties
- Emergency surgery and urgent care
- Spay/neuter and routine surgeries
- Vaccinations and preventive care
- Cat-friendly care and procedures
- End-of-life and euthanasia support
- Nail trims and basic grooming
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🐾Tips for Pet Owners
- Ask for an itemized estimate and give explicit consent before any tests, injections, or add‑on treatments.
- If using a promotional service (e.g., discounted vaccines), confirm what is and isn’t included to avoid surprise fees.
- Arrive early and consider calling ahead—some reviewers reported waits or late starts.
- Let staff know if your pet is anxious or has handling preferences; they’re often accommodating with nervous or large breeds.
- When picking up a cat, double‑check the carrier is fully latched before leaving.
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Common conditions in each area
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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465m5420 Empress St, Windsor, ON N8T 1B4, Canada
Frequently Asked Questions
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Rivard Animal Hospital is located at 5635 Tecumseh Rd E Unit 3-4, Windsor, ON N8T 1C8. No subway, light-rail, or train station was found within walking distance, so driving may be easiest; there is a parking lot about a 6-minute walk away, and pet owners can also check Google Maps or the local transit agency for the nearest bus route.
Rivard Animal Hospital's current opening hours are not listed in the provided information. Call ahead to confirm the clinic's hours before visiting, especially for urgent concerns or end-of-day appointments.
You can contact Rivard Animal Hospital by phone at (519) 974-7387. Calling is the best way to confirm hours, availability, appointment options, and current service details.
To book an appointment at Rivard Animal Hospital, call the clinic to enquire about available times and the type of visit your pet needs. If your pet is anxious, needs urgent care, or may require surgery, mention that when booking so the team can advise you on timing and preparation.
Consultation fees vary by clinic in Canada and are not regulated by a government-published veterinary fee schedule; provincial health insurance such as OHIP does not cover pets. Call Rivard Animal Hospital for a current quote, and ask for an itemized written estimate before procedures, tests, injections, or add-on treatments; after-hours or urgent-care fees are typically higher where emergency support is provided. Pet insurance and third-party payment-plan options may exist in Canada, but call to enquire rather than assuming they are available here.
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 by clinic. Call ahead to confirm accepted methods, whether payment is required before service, and whether any insurance claim or payment-plan options are supported.
Rivard Animal Hospital is associated with emergency surgery, urgent care, and accommodating urgent cases, according to the provided review summary. Call ahead to confirm whether the clinic can see your pet urgently, what hours apply, and whether referral to an emergency hospital is needed.
Rivard Animal Hospital's listed services include emergency surgery and urgent care, spay/neuter and routine surgeries, vaccinations and preventive care, cat-friendly care and procedures, end-of-life and euthanasia support, nail trims, and basic grooming. Call to enquire about availability for your pet's specific condition or procedure.
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Last updated: July 28, 2026