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To this day this firm receives a score of 4.5 stars out of 5 and this rating was based on 127 reviews.
You must have seen that its rating is almost the highest, and it is based on a large number of reviews, so we may say that the valuation is quite reliable. If people have bothered to give their opinion when they've done well, is that it works.
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I've read a lot of great reviews here but also some bad reviews. I'm not sure what people expect from a vet but vets are only human - like human doctors, they don't know everything nor can they help everything. With that being said, I've had some wonderful experiences with Dr. Butler and her team, especially Oliver!! Oliver is so great and patient with my 110 lbs dog. Dr. Butler herself is also always friendly, she stresses the importance of preventative care (brushing, bathing, etc). My dog of 2 has been with her from the start, since he was 9 weeks old. She has done surgery on him more than once, treated him for sickness and loves him almost as much as I do! She's a great vet, she definitely loves to talk and be social with the owner, too. She makes sure you always know what is going on and outlines the course of action necessary for whatever ailment your animal has. She makes bringing my dog in easy every time. I have emailed her a few times with some concerns I'm having with my dog, and each time she replies and offers me her advice and thoughts. In regards to high bills, get pet insurance. Your pet is your family and deserves to be covered as such. Vets have bills too, they need to analyze spending and profit and prices reflect the work you're getting. Pet insurance has singlehandedly saved us thousands on our dogs surgeries and visits. Dr. Butler recommended pet insurance right off the bat and I have not been upset over bills/scared of prices since! At the end of the day, Dr. Butler is knowledgeable, understanding and great with animals. She's a stellar vet!
If there were 10 stars, I would click them all. Dr. Buttler and the team there have taken great care of all of our cats and our dog Stella. From prepping them to travel to keeping them alive at critical moments. Thank you all for your love for animals and top notch skills!
Lovely small veterenarian clinic. It's always simple and easy to find an appointment time/day that works for me. The team is genuinely kind and caring, and we always share a good laugh. Dr. Butler is knowledgeable and full of practical advice. She has my kitten's best interests at heart. Highly recommend!
I brought my dog to this clinic, he is one year old and has lived his whole life in a remote community in Nunavut, so this was his first ever trip to the vets. He is also very people shy, so I was concerned about how he might react. The staff were so generous and patient with him, they spent time gaining his trust before starting the consultation. I am so grateful for the care and sensitivity they showed towards him. Thank you!
Dr. Butler was very insensitive, and rude towards my family who brought our 12 year old dog in because of sudden health complications. She really made sure to let us know that there were things we could have done to not have a sick dog, instead of sympathizing with the fact that we have a sick dog.
We have had a very negative experience with this vet and have recently decided to switch to a different vet. Over the last year we have been, for lack of a better word, berated by this vet for failing to treat our cats' allergies. Despite …
I brought my cat here a week early by accident. They still saw him and gave him his annual shots. Also found out my kitty has 2 fractured fangs that could eventually cause him kidney failure if left untreated. Also found out that it is not good to give too many Temptations treats to cats as it can cause urinary blockage. I didn’t know that. The staff were all super nice and the vet was very knowledgeable. The vaccines cost me less than what I had paid in Cornwall so that was nice too. Upon leaving, I received a little bag of dental cleaning food and a kitty toothbrush and toothpaste. I recommend them to anyone seeking a vet in Ottawa. The location is central and has lots of free parking. Cat friendly place.
I was so happy with the care my furbaby got here, we were explained everything in detail and my time was respected. I really felt heard. My girl who's pretty wild was comfortable being examined which spoke volumes to me. I'm happy I made the decision to come here.
My cat is terrified of going to the vet - Dr Butler (and staff) were very considerate towards my cat and had provided her with a pheremone saturated towel to calm her nerves, there was also a pheremone wall plug-in which was a really thoughtful touch. Dr Butler was very informative, very calm and kind and most importantly, did not give the impression she wanted you in and out. Vet visits can be expensive and I will continue to see De Butler for the needs of my cat as I feel it was the best value for my money. Thank you to the Vanier Animal Hospital.
Dr. Butler and her staff are very kind, considerate and knowledgeable. They’ve always treated me and my senior dog with care and respect. Easy to get in for a visit and always makes me feel like an active participant in my pup’s care. Thank you for taking such good care of the neighbourhood pets!
This is the place to be to look after our wee Boss’s health. I was so nervous before his vaccinations, but he had a delightful time almost like it was a treat versus a shot. It’s hard knowing what to do with all the misinformation on the internet, so we appreciate Dr. Butler & team for all their help!
Dr. Butler and her team are incredibly hard working, compassionate and skilled professionals. Each time I bring my very anxious dog for a checkup, they go above and beyond to make sure he's as comfortable as he can be. Arrow just had a tooth extraction and the process was so well managed. He got in and out without seeing other dogs, which is a big stressor for him. He's not a young dog any more, but I had zero worries about the procedure because I know how careful Dr. Butler and her team are with each of their patients. I also didn't walk out with sticker shock, because the estimate was dead on, and very reasonable. I no longer live in Ottawa, but I couldn't imagine finding another veterinarian I trust as much as Dr. Butler. Vanier Animal Hospital is worth the drive!
Dr. Butler is an excellent vet who really cares about animals. Unfortunately, it seems her clinic is primarily focused on profit and it left a sour taste in my mouth. Very pushy about allergy medication, expensive dental treatment, and …
The vet was so direct and didn't use any fear to try and up-sell us on tests and products....an experience that was ours with many others vets from our past animals. The space was so calm for our cat. Feel so much confidence in them that our next visit ( hopefully a long way from now!), we wont have nearly as much anxiety about the vet experience.
Dr. Butler is extremely caring, she advocates on your pet's behalf so they have a healthy life and reduce their future vet needs. I brought my cat, Aura, in for a neuter and I was concerned about getting it done as quickly as possible since he was spraying. I appreciated that Dr. B was gracious about scheduling and let me combine my first visit with the procedure. Everyone at the clinic was very friendly and took great care of Aura. I highly recommend this clinic. I got tips for my cats and since the visit, have had zero issues and the spraying has stopped completely.
Excellent care! Dr. Butler has restored my confidence and made my dog very comfortable, as he's felt defensive at the vet in the past. Her staff is great too and "triaged" the situation over the phone.
Dr. Butler and team are wonderful. They were to the point and focused on the well-being of my animals, accommodating my pup for immediate attention when an issue was detected to make sure he was no longer in pain. I have been happy to refer friends to this clinic as it took me many years to find a clinic that is thorough, knowledgeable, and informative.
Dr. Butler and her team of veterinary assistants were very kind, professional, and informative. I had a great experience taking my dog there. Keep up the great work.
Employees are very kind and courteous. I brought my adopted adult cat here for the first time (it was my first vet visit with my cat) and I was very satisfied with the vet. They were able to answer all of my questions and take great care of my cat!
We took our puppy here and I was a little weary as my last vet’s office environment and staff was cold and unwelcoming. The initial call was professional and friendly and the appointment reminder call was appreciated. Everyone at VAH was so sweet and kind to our little Luna and she was showered with affection. This made the experience much easier on us humans as we know Luna won’t be scared of the vet’s office as she grows up. We received great advice and know we’re in good hands. The bill also didn’t break the bank! Thank you so much everyone at VAH!
Dr. Butler and her staff are knowledgeable and always helpful. I completely trust her judgement and her character — she’s in this business because her clients matter to her, not for the money. I am grateful to have found her and I can confidently recommend her services.
I cannot say enough good things about the team at Vanier Animal Hospital. I took a fairly agressive cat in because she wasn't eating. Not only was the cat docile and accommodating during the exam because they have a cat only exam room full of pheromones, the doctor immediately identified feline asthma as the cause of a number of her ailments. I have recommended this clinic to a number of people and they have all been pleased.
Best services my pets could ever get. I am a dog and cat owner and I’m speechless by seeing how kind, compassionate and professional these guys are. Dr. Butler and her team know very well what they are doing. My pets are EVERYTHING to me and they love you guys, and I am very happy you guys took us as patients.
Amazing Vets, very good service and highly recommend to any pet owner to come here really made my dog feel safe and relaxed not once my dog felt anxious during the visit. 10 out of 10 couldn’t get any better.
First of all, I would like to say that the staff at the Vanier Animal Hospital were very friendly. Dr. Butler was also very friendly. I had brought my dog in when he was starting to cough (like bringing up a hairball). She looked him over …
We went there for the first time because our usual vet was currently out of appointments and we had a fantastic experience. Dr. Kelly was very good and professional in handling our puppies. The staff as well were very friendly and accommodating. Price was reasonable and they even gave us a dental kit for each of our pups on our first visit. Would definitely recommend!
I took my cat there after he starting acting strange called around to every and any vet and even the 24 hour animal hospital and told it was not an emergency and i finally called this clinic and was booked right away he was diagnosed with allergy and had parasites which started dying right away, I am very happy and thankful to the staff Oliver thought me how to properly clean my bug bug and DR. Butler, The front desk gentleman is the best wow very understandable and knowledgeable thank you guys!
Recently had my cat Hazel's first visit with this vet. I was very pleased with all the great advice both Dr. Butler and her team gave me. I am a new cat mom and the advice was needed. May I also mention how caring everyone is and how great …
Dr Butler and her team are caring and very thorough. They squeezed us in earlier than planned for an appointment due to growing ear concerns. She handled our feline friend so well; Frankie wasn’t scared and didn’t feel the need to be defensive like how she felt with her last vet. The team was gentle and compassionate towards her, giving her lots of pets, and the pheromones in the room definitely helped keep her calm as well. Frankie was also allowed to be accompanied which eliminated her fear and allowed her to get a proper and full checkup. Dr. Butler answered any questions we had going above and beyond giving us really good information on how we can give Frank the best care. Overall, Frankie and I loved Dr.Butler and her team. Her health was prioritized and she was handled with love :)
Pros: -Victoria the lab assistant is super nice. -The operation (neuter) was done very well. Cons: -The exam amounted to the Vet trying to upsell me in 4 months of cat toothpaste and suggesting I brush my kittens teeth EVERY DAY (beginning before she even looked at my kitten's teeth. He has fine teeth.) She was relentless, and came off as trying some well worn sales pitch she doesn't believe in, or hysterical. It was weird. -I was never given any opportunity to talk about my cats health. There wasn't even the pretense of caring about my pet. Just rushed through as if I didn't just pay $150 for the Vets time. It felt rude and this was after my previous exam booking was cancelled. Maybe they didn't like me because I asked to just do the core vaccinations and such, to keep prices down during covid. I was given a "covid discount" of $3.40 on a $340 before tax operation. Seemed like more of an insult than a discount. Sorry if that's not the case, but I never asked for any discount nor was told about one. Given the rest of my experience it seemed like it was meant to offend me. Somewhat pricey and rude, I won't be going back.
This clinic is a gem. We are first-time dog owners and brought our puppy for a checkup. Dr. Butler is an incredibly caring, knowledgable, passionate veterinarian. We very much appreciated Dr. Butler's guidance and we will 100% be coming back and recommending this clinic to our friends and family.
Dr.Butler and her team are amazing. The staff are passionate about the well-being of the animals and make sure they do everything in their power to help every patient they have. Every time I have brought in my dog they have gone above and beyond to insure she gets the highest quality of care. During emergency’s they have managed to squeeze her in for appointments instead of turning us away to the emergency vet (that would cost twice as much.) I am grateful for this team and the passion and care that they give each patient. 10/10 would recommend.
Took my 9 week old kitten in last week and was very impressed with the staff and Dr. Butler. The place was super busy right before the long weekend but they were still kind and professional and answered all of my many questions. I was overwhelmed but they made me feel better about the whole thing! Also happy to report that kitten's eye is doing much much better. Many thanks again Xo
Can't say enough about the level of care and service provided by Dr Butler, Oliver and Victoria. We now have a dog who looks and acts 4 years younger. We originally brought her in to have her nails clipped (other vet would not do it because she was too 'agitated') and teeth cleaning, but were also concerned about a couple of lumps on her side and leg area. Dr Butler said the teeth and gums were in rough shape and the masses could be removed at the same time. We were a bit concerned about anesthetic given the dogs age (16) but Dr Butler was very reassuring. We were given an estimate (that did not include possible additional costs) and when we came to get our dog after the surgery, the fee was actually less than the original estimate! Oliver was also kind enough to carry her out to the car. Recovery was quick and no complications, and our dog is now taking her regular walks again and is happy, pain-free and able to sit again. Thanks so much VAH!
Misdiagnosis that cost me $165 and potential health complications. Brought my cat in for what I thought was a URI and an ear infection. The vet assistants that saw me before my appointment were unprofessional and didn’t know how to properly handle a stressed cat. When the vet finally did come in she already had decided that my cat had allergies, claiming that most, if not all, cats in the Ottawa valley had seasonal allergies. She didn’t check my cat for other symptoms, rattled off a number of allergy symptoms my cat didn’t even have and hardly gave me a chance to get anything in edgewise. If she had actually listened to me I could have told her that these symptoms had a sudden onset and seemed to be acute not chronic (as with allergies). She sent me on my way with a recommendation for antihistamines, cat shampoo and sedatives for baths. Something didn’t feel right but I gave it ten days, as she recommended and saw no changes which made me anxious. So I looked for another clinic. Glebe pet hospital patiently checked her symptoms and gave her excellent care. Turns out she does have an ear infection and an URI just as I expected. Looking at the reviews for this clinic, I’m not alone in having my pet misdiagnosed with allergies by this vet. I’m upset that this misdiagnosis kept my cat in such discomfort for an extra two weeks and will certainly never recommend this place. As a student $165 is a considerable fee, and that is what this vet’s ignorance cost me.
The staff at Vanier are incredible. I brought my cat in who was coughing irregularly. Dr. Butler told me it was an allergic reaction to pollen season. She recommended cleaning his coat and some other suggestions and my cat has been much more comfortable since following her advice. She pointed out a tooth that was getting bad and gave me websites so that I could also refer back and see what was the issue myself.
I’m a first time cat owner with a 6 month old kitten. Because of Covid, most vets weren’t taking on new patients so it was a relief to get an appointment. I had lots of questions but the vet was obviously trying to rush our visit. She didn’t try to listen and I walked out realizing I’d need to go to another clinic. I was also out nearly $200 because they didn’t read the kittens medical history and gave him some shots twice.
If I could give a -10, then that is what this vet is. I brought my cat to get 2 growths removed. Kelly Butler only listened to his heart beat . For $250.00 I payed for her to say my cat has asthma, examine his body for lumps or anything …
Finally, a vet that cares about our pet and not how much they can charge us. Very professional and knowledegable. I feel 100% confident and trust my doctor. My Boston Terrier is well looked after. Thank you Dr. Butler for your amazing work.
We've had great experiences each time we've been. Victoria and Dr. Butler are always extremely kind and helpful. They tell it like is it from a knowledgeable and well researched background. I trust them to give the best care for my dog and would recommend them to anyone.
I brought my 5 month old kitten in due to cough and congestion. The team member I initially spoke with was friendly and professional, and patiently helped me book an appointment around my work schedule. Dr. Butler was kind and thorough. She provided vaccinations, a dental care kit, allergy shampoo, deworming medication, and a careful examination from head to tail, including checking for ear mites. After listening to her cough and examining her with a stethoscope, she prescribed treatment for an upper respiratory infection and encouraged me to contact her with any updates. All of this was done for an extremely fair and affordable price. I would recommend this clinic to anyone, especially those with new pets.
First time taking my rescue cat to a vet; she started experiencing worrying symptoms of conjunctivitis. They were able to fit me in immediately and let me just say this place is amazing. All the staff were incredibly empathetic towards me (I couldn't stop crying from the stress and guilt of not taking her in sooner) and they continued to reassure me that I did the best thing by bringing her in and taking the situation seriously. Dr. Butler was amazing, she was so sweet to my baby and took her time explaining to me my cats condition as well as giving me the confidence and encouragement to be proactive in my cats care. It was a wake up call that was needed but there was no judgement what's so ever and Dr. Butler and her staff took their time with me, answered all my questions repeatedly and just gave me so much support to make sure my cat is at her healthiest and happiest. This place is amazing and we will be going back. Thank you so so much to the entire team and Dr. Butler.
Our cat got good treatment at this hospital! They don't charge extra. The vets here are very patient and happy to solve all problems for you! Perfect pet hospital!
I’ve been to many vets over many different animals. This is by far the best care any of animals have ever received. She was calm cool collected. Taught me some great tricks on how to control my large jumpy puppy. At no point was my puppy scared. This is huge because she had shots, blood drown, and stuff up the nose. She was good go to the point before we left she wanted to show off her tricks to the staff. Thank you for taking time and not rushing. Keep up the great work. You all are amazing. I walked in as a not confident worry wart left feeling like a got this ????.
I am so very Happy with the Staff and Dr. Butler!!! What an Amazing and Wonderful Lady Veterinarian! Dr. Butler was so Fabulous with Mya (my large breed dog). I applaud Dr. Butlers Honesty and Professionalism. I Thank Her for putting up with a Crazy Dog Mommy! I totally recommend this Vet Clinic!
Dr. Butler and her right hand woman Victoria are amazing. The always take the time and effort to make sure my dig is healthy, happy and supported. They always make time for us even when we are very impromptu. They are kind, generous, and very skilled at what they do. I would reccomebd this place to anyone who cares about their animals and wants a vet and vet assistant that will do the same. Thank you both so much for everything you do. You are appreciated!
I'm a new Mum of a six month old male mini schnauzer. Dr. Kelly (and her lovely staff) have already shepherded me through initial vaccinations, neutering and preventative measures. When my pup had a bit of post operative bleeding (not related to the surgery, but rather he used his neck cone to scratch), Dr. Kelly immediately checked it out and then followed up with multiple after hour calls, mostly to assure me, the nervous Mum. I can't say enough good things about this clinic.
Our first visit to the Vanier Hospital this week couldn't have gone better. I'd taken my cat to the emergency vet a few days earlier and he still wasn't right after, so I desperately want to have him rechecked. They were able to take me on very short notice and the talked me through everything. Dr. Butler was able to quickly diagnose my cat's breathing issues as kitty asthma and he's now on the mend. They provided me with a ton of reading material to help me better understand how to help him going forward. For a sassy, formerly feral little guy that loathes going to the vet - this was the easiest visit to a vet we've ever had in his 10 years. I really can't thank the techs and Dr. Butler enough for their help and kindness when I was feeling helpless for my little guy. Vanier Animal Hospital has.a new client in us.
I have recently moved to Ottawa and unfortunately our dog had been diagnosed with cancer a while back. …
Staff is all super friendly and their prices are the best. The vet is super friendly,patient and informative. She loves kids and gets them involved in the procedure when applicable. Even came put to have my daughter listen to the cats heart. Best ever.
Vanier Animal Hospital is a reliable and trustworthy vet clinic run by Dr. Butler, Oliver (RVT) and staff. Dr. Butler is extremely passionate about veterinary medicine and genuinely cares about your pet's health. She makes a sincere effort to "check in" on all of her sick patients, even days later. Her experience in preventative medicine is clear, as she takes the necessary time to explain proper pet care to new owners (to prevent future vet bills). Oliver and Dr. Butler work behind the scenes, in order to provide clients with the most cost effective treatment plans. In addition, Oliver ensures that all pets are cared for on surgery day and that they should always remain under supervision. (With warm blankets and lots of cuddles). Cannot recommend this clinic enough.
Dr. Butler is the best Veterinarian I have ever had in my 45 years with showdogs. I was positively thrilled when she opened her practice in Vanier. It is an hour from my home, but I would travel any distance to receive the best care for …
Great experience!! Amazing staff that made us feel very comfortable despite my best friend being very excited I definitely recommend this hospital and will be returning !!! ❤
First time around about two years ago, I came in with my kitten who was extremely sick and dehydrated. I was very nervous, and Dr. Butler barely even took a look at my kitten and told me she was a lost cause, and that if I really wanted to spend money, to go to the ER. I left to the ER, they gave her simply fluids and anti-biotics and felt much better not even a week later. If it weren’t for my girlfriend convincing me to go to the ER and see another vet my pre mature born kitten who simply needed fluids would have been dead due to her negligence and lack of ability to treat animals. Never wanting to go again, I had no choice as my cat now had caught ear mites and I wanted her to get treated ASAP. Hoping they would prove me wrong, I went to them again and had to tell them I was there for my cats ear mites about three times and not vaccines or because of “allergies” that she tried convincing me of constantly. I had to almost convince Dr. Butler to give her a mite test “just to be sure”, even though she was telling me it was allergies. Sure enough, they had found mite eggs in her ears. She seemed too surprised, and told me, “We all learn something new everyday” ... Had a bad experience. Be wary before your next visit. Not trying to be petty; literally for your animals sake. For reference, this is my cat who she claimed was a “lost cause” who is perfectly healthy despite her ear mite situation.
I brought my older cat here for his care, and he always comes home happy and relaxed, and absolutely loves both the vet and the staff here. I made the mistake of taking my younger kitten elsewhere due to an emergency, and really regretted it, but was able to switch to Dr Butler who did an amazing job. Absolutely love this place, they treat the animals with the utmost love and respect and really care about every animal that comes into their care. Keep doing the amazing work you're doing!
The best vet experience I've ever had! They were so good to me and to the community cat that I brought in. They clearly have a love for the animals in their care and I am so thankful for their hospitality and kindness. I highly recommend!
Vanier Animal Hospital was incredibly helpful and accommodating when my cat needed an emergency refill of his meds when my normal vet was closed due to flooding. They were able to work with my vet to fill his prescription when no other vet in the area got back to me. The staff were lovely to work with, they were communicative, quick and professional. 10/10.
My dog has PTSD when it comes to Vets. We had to switch to this location due to restrictions on travels from and to Gatineau (which is where his original Vet is at). However, the Vet and the nurses were extremely pleasant, knowledgeable and accomodative towards my dog. My dog was shockingly calm during the whole process. Thank you ????
We newly adopted our cat Mimi and this clinic assisted us with everything we needed to help her live her best life. Dr. Butler is very knowledgeable, thorough and has a high level of respect for her veterinary team who are also all very kind and excellent at their jobs. Our cat has received additional vaccinations, has a weight loss plan, and has been treated for her sudden carpet scooting. We feel equipped for managing any further symptoms and will be back for further care and for when she needs a tooth extraction in the future. Updates: -Our cat had her tooth extraction here. It went very well and we are glad we could trust this clinic with her -We are graduate students with part time jobs and consider the prices extremely fair. This vet team puts a lot of effort into educating families about preventive care and how it saves money + extends the lifespan of your pet -When we initially adopted our pet, the vet she was taken to the week before we got her said she had NO problems. This was completely incorrect - our pet was overweight and obviously needed a diet at minimum, never mind all her other issues. I am skeptical of the (few) reviews where a second opinion on a pet being "fine" are mentioned because of our experience...There are definitely vets in Ottawa who will let you pay them to say your cat is fine. Dr. Butler is not that type of vet! She and Victoria will make sure everything is being done for your pet to be healthy. Update 8.15.21: we have been continuing to see Dr. Butler a few times this spring/summer for our cat's allergies. Every time we take in Mimi, she has been extremely happy when she gets home due to no longer being uncomfortable. One week this summer, Mimi got very blocked up with allergies, to the point that she was requiring a lot of coaxing in order to eat. We were able to see Dr. Butler almost immediately to treat her. We knew that Dr. Butler had solved the problem because the second Mimi got home she ate a full meal and was acting herself again. We are completely committed to following the preventive care and advice that this clinic prescribes, especially when it is so obvious that it elevates the quality of life of our pet. Again, this clinic knows their stuff and we are so thankful! Dr. Butler and Victoria have been fantastic to communicate with and are stellar at their jobs. We are lucky to have found an amazing vet hospital that cares so much for animal wellbeing.
I have always had positive experiences at the Vanier Animal Hospital. The staff is so friendly, and helpful. My pup had an eye infection and they made room for me to come in right away and get it checked out. My dog loves going there and the staff are so good with him. Absolutely recommend them if you want to have a positive experience for both your pet and yourself.