What to Expect at Your Veterinary Visit
As a new client to our practice, you can expect our full dedication to the health of your pet. When you arrive you will be greeted warmly as we check you in. Knowing what to expect at your first appointment with us can help make the process more pleasant for both you and your companion.
1. Get Settled
Please arrive about 10 minutes early to fill out our New Patient Form. To save some time, you can complete the New Patient Form online in advance.
2. Veterinary Examination
Once you are checked in you will move into the exam room and our team will bring your dog or cat to our treatment room to be weighed.
A veterinarian will see you next to gather a complete history, examine your companion and answer any questions or concerns you may have.
3. Diagnosis & Treatment
Any recommended diagnostic tests and treatments will be performed in the treatment room in the back for the safety and comfort of your dog or cat.
After your visit, we will create a report of our diagnosis and your pet's treatment. We will keep this information on hand for whenever it is needed.
Our Pet Care Philosophy
At Gloucester Veterinary Hospital, we are committed to providing pets with the best veterinary care possible. We are passionate about animals, and will treat your cat or dog as if they were our own.
Our team aims to provide a warm, friendly, and inviting atmosphere. We often develop close relationships with our patients and their owners, so you can have faith that your pet will get the level of care they deserve.
Hospital FAQs
Learn more about our office by reading through some of our hospital FAQs.
- What types of payment options are available?
Payment in full is expected at the time services are provided or upon discharge of your dog or cat. We accept payment by cash, cheque, Visa, MasterCard and American Express.
- Will I be provided with an estimate of costs?
We will provide a good-faith estimate of the cost of our services prior to treating your companion. However, unforeseen circumstances may arise that impact your final bill.
We will always discuss our written estimate with all clients before they leave our facility, and require a deposit based on our estimate prior to any further treatment.
- Should I call ahead to book an appointment?
Yes, please call ahead to book an appointment to ensure we have room in our schedule to see your furry friend.
In the event that your dog or cat needs emergency care during our regular business hours, please contact us right away.
- What is your appointment cancellation policy?
If you need to cancel or reschedule an appointment, please let us know as soon as possible so that we can offer the space in our schedule to other clients.
- How long will we wait to see the veterinarian?
It is our goal to make sure all of our clients and patients are seen on time, however, there will be times when there are unexpected delays due to emergencies or because we are providing care for a patient who needs a little more time.
Please accept our apologies should this ever occur, and understand that the same dedication and courtesy will be provided to your pet should they ever require it. We will do our part to minimize these delays as much as possible.
- What types of animals do you treat?
We take care of dogs and cats.
- Can you help with my pet insurance?
We’re happy to help you fill out pet insurance forms.