Service 05 of 08
Urgent same-day visits
For when your pet needs to be seen today, but it isn't an emergency. We hold open spots in every day's schedule for vomiting, limping, ear infections, eye trouble, itchy skin, and the 'something's off' feeling. Call in the morning for the best chance of a same-day spot.
What's included
Every visit, every time.
- Same-day spots held every day we're open
- Seen by a veterinarian, not just triaged by phone
- Bloodwork and X-rays in-house, so answers come faster
- A clear plan and a written estimate before treatment
- A follow-up call the next day
What it usually costs
| Item | Price or range |
|---|---|
| Urgent same-day exam | $130 |
| Typical visit with medication | $180 to $350 |
| With bloodwork or X-rays Estimate given before any test | $350 to $750 |
| Recheck within 30 days | $65 |
Canadian dollars. Ranges vary with your pet's size, age, and health. Anything beyond an exam gets a written estimate before we start. Full fee table
How it works
What happens, step by step.
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Call or book online
Call us, or book an urgent visit online. Morning calls get the most choice of times.
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A few quick questions
We ask about your pet's signs to make sure this isn't an emergency. If it is, we'll tell you where to go right away.
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Seen today
An exam, then tests only if they'll change what we do. You hear the cost before each step.
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Plan and follow-up
Medication and written instructions to go home, and a call the next day to see how things are going.
Don't book online if you see this
These are emergencies. A phone call is faster than any booking form.
- Trouble breathing, choking, or nonstop coughing
- Collapse, or unable to stand or walk
- Retching without bringing anything up, especially in large, deep-chested dogs
- A male cat straining to pee or crying in the litter box
- Suspected poisoning: chocolate, xylitol gum, grapes or raisins, lilies (cats), rodent bait, human medications
- Hit by a car, a bad fall, or any major injury, even if they seem fine
For emergencies, call the 24-hour emergency hospital: (613) 555-0199. During our hours you can also call us first at (613) 555-0142.
Who you'll see
Any of these vets.
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Dr. Maya Okafor
Practice owner + lead veterinarian
In clinic: Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri
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Dr. Sam Whitfield
Surgery + dentistry lead
In clinic: Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat
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Dr. Priya Raman
Veterinarian, feline medicine + behaviour
In clinic: Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat
"Called at 8 a.m. because Lucy was limping badly. She was seen by ten, X-rays done in-house, and we went home with a plan and a follow-up call booked."
Questions we hear
Fair questions, plain answers.
What's urgent and what's an emergency?
Urgent means your pet needs to be seen today but is stable: eating a little, breathing normally, and able to walk. An emergency is anything on the list above, or anything that's getting worse fast. For emergencies, call the 24-hour emergency hospital.
What if there are no same-day spots left?
We'll tell you honestly. If your pet can safely wait until tomorrow morning, we'll book you first thing. If they can't, we'll send you to the 24-hour emergency hospital and call ahead for you.
If it can't wait
During our hours: call us first at (613) 555-0142 and say it's an emergency. We'll tell you whether to come straight in.
Nights, weekends, holidays: call the 24-hour emergency hospital, Capital 24-Hour Animal Emergency Centre, (613) 555-0199 ยท 88 Carling Court, Ottawa.
Open nights, weekends, and holidays. No appointment needed. Call ahead if you can, so their team can get ready for you.
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Ready when you are.
Book an urgent visit online in about a minute, or call (613) 555-0142 and Rosa will find you a time.
Emergency right now? Don't book online. For emergencies, call the 24-hour emergency hospital, Capital 24-Hour Animal Emergency Centre, at (613) 555-0199.