Big Bay Animal Hospital is a full-service veterinary medical facility, located in Barrie, Ontario. The staff at Big Bay Animal Hospital seeks to provide the necessary medical care, surgical care and dental care for their highly-valued patients.
Reviews
Andrea Smith
16 Mar 2023
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This facility runs as smooth as a Swiss watch! The doctors, and staff are incredibly dedicated to treating our beloved pets. Their attention to detail is unmatched, that is a fact. I have never met... Read More
This facility runs as smooth as a Swiss watch! The doctors, and staff are incredibly dedicated to treating our beloved pets. Their attention to detail is unmatched, that is a fact. I have never met people this kind anywhere else. I highly recommend Big Bay Animal Hospital. They take pride in providing excellent care! I love these people! Read Less
Kristin McLean
22 Sep 2020
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We have gone to Big Bay for almost 20 years. It has been a welcoming and friendly business. In recent years I have been more disappointed in their services. My last 3 annual visits have all been runni... Read More
We have gone to Big Bay for almost 20 years. It has been a welcoming and friendly business. In recent years I have been more disappointed in their services. My last 3 annual visits have all been running late. One I waited almost 3/4 of an hour for and ended up having to leave and had to rebook and come another day. Last appointment was rescheduled and then they missed doing the nail trim for my dog (was not charged for it, but still inconvenient...they offered to come back but it meant yet another visit to the office and more inefficient use of my time). They are operating under COVID friendly protocols so for appointments you need a cell phone in order to communicate with them while you wait in the parking lot. If you are interested, they have new Care Plans where you can pay monthly fees (in addition to an initial payment fee) that cover various visits depending on the plan you choose. Overall, friendly staff. Just not sure I would continue to use their services in the coming years. Read Less
racheal mcdonald
30 Jun 2018
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Best vet I’ve been to. They really go above and beyond when it comes to the care of your pet. They have great hours and lovely staff!
Keri Crosby
3 Jun 2018
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Our last 5 dogs have been cared for, and 3 of them have been helped over the rainbow bridge, by the caring, amazing staff at Big Bay Animal Hospital. Every single member of the team is amazing, and tr... Read More
Our last 5 dogs have been cared for, and 3 of them have been helped over the rainbow bridge, by the caring, amazing staff at Big Bay Animal Hospital. Every single member of the team is amazing, and treats our pets as their own. I don’t worry about needless tests or procedures, but also know that if something is recommended, it is the best course of action for our fur babies. They give lots of information to help us make informed decisions. When there is an issue, we get regular phone calls to check on how the patient is doing between appointments. Can’t say enough about them. I recommend them wholeheartedly. Read Less
Melissa Bernier
3 Jun 2018
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Our dogs run into the Big Bay Animal hospital every time we are there. At other vets, they stood at the door and would not go in unless they were picked up. This is a sign of an amazing place, with go... Read More
Our dogs run into the Big Bay Animal hospital every time we are there. At other vets, they stood at the door and would not go in unless they were picked up. This is a sign of an amazing place, with good people who really do love animals. Maurice the cat who lives there always loves a Pat and a treat. We tried another get closer to us and came back to BBAH because of the staff. Read Less
Wanda Frechette
2 Jun 2018
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Friendly and knowledgeable staff. Everyone there always takes the time to make us feel welcome and they genuinely care about your pet(s). Great place to take your fur babies.
Tracey Brunelle
6 May 2018
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The Veterinarians and staff at Big Bay Animal Hospital are absolutely the kindest and most compassionate people. They have been nothing but caring , accommodating and wonderful in caring for my belov... Read More
The Veterinarians and staff at Big Bay Animal Hospital are absolutely the kindest and most compassionate people. They have been nothing but caring , accommodating and wonderful in caring for my beloved kitty. I highly recommend their services in caring for all types of pets. Read Less
jackie murray
5 May 2018
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We are a family that love our dogs as if they were our children. Big Bay Animal Hospital demonstrates the same love and compassion as if our dogs were their own. Recently we had to lay our family d... Read More
We are a family that love our dogs as if they were our children. Big Bay Animal Hospital demonstrates the same love and compassion as if our dogs were their own. Recently we had to lay our family dog to rest and the staff at Big Bay were outstanding in meeting our needs even before we asked. Read Less
elizabeth le sarge
10 Apr 2018
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I've always had the best service here. I don't even live in Barrie anymore but I still drive to Barrie anymore. But I still drive from Orillia to see them. I've been going to them now for approximatel... Read More
I've always had the best service here. I don't even live in Barrie anymore but I still drive to Barrie anymore. But I still drive from Orillia to see them. I've been going to them now for approximately 9 years. It's hard to find a good vet. And someone that you trust. Their care team is amazing. Read Less
Aaron Schrijver
7 Apr 2018
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I've taken various cats of mine over the years to this vet and have always received the very best care and concern from the staff for their well being. Very friendly, very caring, always interested in... Read More
I've taken various cats of mine over the years to this vet and have always received the very best care and concern from the staff for their well being. Very friendly, very caring, always interested in going the extra mile to make sure that all questions are answered and all concerns discussed. I would recommend their service to anyone and everyone who needs their pets taken care of. Read Less
Katrina Patton
7 Apr 2018
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Knowledgeable, compassionate and friendly! Everyone there knows their stuff and loves all the animals that come in the door. They check up on my two dogs after we've been for a visit, and remind us w... Read More
Knowledgeable, compassionate and friendly! Everyone there knows their stuff and loves all the animals that come in the door. They check up on my two dogs after we've been for a visit, and remind us when we need to do something. My dogs actually love going to the vet!! Read Less
Carol m
7 Apr 2018
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I am very happy to have received a recommendation from a business owner in Barrie to bring my pet here. I had a hard time finding a vet service for reptiles, and the staff here are very caring and kno... Read More
I am very happy to have received a recommendation from a business owner in Barrie to bring my pet here. I had a hard time finding a vet service for reptiles, and the staff here are very caring and knowledgeable. They even phoned a couple days later to check how Leahh was doing. I highly recommend this hospital:) Read Less
Nickkrodriguesxo _
7 Apr 2018
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I have been going to big bay animal hospital for just over 8 months, after being treated like garbage by a previous vet in the area. Big bay has an amazing staff with big hearts and have always treate... Read More
I have been going to big bay animal hospital for just over 8 months, after being treated like garbage by a previous vet in the area. Big bay has an amazing staff with big hearts and have always treated my pups with love and kindness! The vets are very knowledgeable and polite, and the receptionist are always great when calling in. Recommend this vet to anyone looking for quality care and service :) Read Less
Caitlin
16 Feb 2018
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When no one else would take my very sick rabbit on short notice, Big Bay squeezed us in. Not only was the doctor thorough and knowledgeable about exotic pets, you could tell that he really cared. It w... Read More
When no one else would take my very sick rabbit on short notice, Big Bay squeezed us in. Not only was the doctor thorough and knowledgeable about exotic pets, you could tell that he really cared. It was enough to bring me back with my other bunny to have her spayed by the other doctor there, who was lively, vivacious and passionate. Such a wonderful dynamic here and I highly recommend it! Read Less
Nicole Cunnington
21 Jan 2017
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Very nice staff and willing to work with you and good at explaining exzactly what there saying
Andrea Rudan
25 Oct 2016
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They've given really good care to my pets for the past five years. They do their best to accommodate me and I really appreciate that.
Robyn Cowey
15 Oct 2016
REPORT
Big Bay Animal Hospital never fails to deliver top notch service to not only the owners but to our beloved pets! I have been bringing my dog to Big Bay for over 2 years and among those two years I hav... Read More
Big Bay Animal Hospital never fails to deliver top notch service to not only the owners but to our beloved pets! I have been bringing my dog to Big Bay for over 2 years and among those two years I have never been anything but blown away with their attentive genuine care for my pet. Even after my dog had been attacked and injured, I never felt like they were pushing unnecessary services to make a penny. Many times I have called the hospital last minute to see if my dog can be seen in an emergency and they are always willing and happy to squeeze us in at some point during that day. I often receive a follow up call to see how my dog is doing!! Where else will you receive this level of service in Barrie? No where.
My dog like many others gets really nervous and scared when we have to come to the vet. He is a handful and not always the easiest little guy to deal with it when he has visited. However knowing this, from the moment we walk in to the moment we leave everyone from reception, the techs, and vets make you and my dog feel very comfortable and show that they understand with patience.
I live in the very north end of barrie and used to take my dog to a 24 hour hospital in letitia heights. Being disappointed after every visit left me searching for a new vet which reviews like this one lead me to Big Bay and I've never looked back. Don't let the drive to the south end deter you from your pet receiving the absolute best care possible in Barrie.
Thank you Big Bay for everything that you have done for Pretzel, I am truly grateful for everything that your clinic has done for us in the last two years! I speak directly with hundreds of clients a day at my work and whenever pets are brought up I always make sure to recommend Big Bay Animal Hospital!! Read Less
Paisley Shakell
13 Oct 2016
REPORT
awesome staff! very caring for the animals and their owners.
Thank-You for helping my sweet bunny !
Bailey Thompson
8 Jul 2016
REPORT
I am so grateful for the service provided by Big Bay Animal Hospital. Every member of the team is incredibly caring and compassionate - treating your pets as they would their own. The doctors are incr... Read More
I am so grateful for the service provided by Big Bay Animal Hospital. Every member of the team is incredibly caring and compassionate - treating your pets as they would their own. The doctors are incredibly knowledgeable and thorough. I wouldn't trust my animals with anyone else. I am especially impressed by the amount of time the doctors take to explain things so that the owner can be fully aware of what's going on. Read Less
Big Bay Animal Hospital is a full-service veterinary medical facility, located in Barrie, Ontario. The staff at Big Bay Animal Hospital seeks to provide the necessary medical care, surgical care and dental care for their highly-valued patients.
This facility runs as smooth as a Swiss watch! The doctors, and staff are incredibly dedicated to treating our beloved pets. Their attention to detail is unmatched, that is a fact. I have never met... Read More
This facility runs as smooth as a Swiss watch! The doctors, and staff are incredibly dedicated to treating our beloved pets. Their attention to detail is unmatched, that is a fact. I have never met people this kind anywhere else. I highly recommend Big Bay Animal Hospital. They take pride in providing excellent care! I love these people! Read Less
Kristin McLean
22 Sep 2020
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
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We have gone to Big Bay for almost 20 years. It has been a welcoming and friendly business. In recent years I have been more disappointed in their services. My last 3 annual visits have all been runni... Read More
We have gone to Big Bay for almost 20 years. It has been a welcoming and friendly business. In recent years I have been more disappointed in their services. My last 3 annual visits have all been running late. One I waited almost 3/4 of an hour for and ended up having to leave and had to rebook and come another day. Last appointment was rescheduled and then they missed doing the nail trim for my dog (was not charged for it, but still inconvenient...they offered to come back but it meant yet another visit to the office and more inefficient use of my time). They are operating under COVID friendly protocols so for appointments you need a cell phone in order to communicate with them while you wait in the parking lot. If you are interested, they have new Care Plans where you can pay monthly fees (in addition to an initial payment fee) that cover various visits depending on the plan you choose. Overall, friendly staff. Just not sure I would continue to use their services in the coming years. Read Less
racheal mcdonald
30 Jun 2018
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
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Best vet I’ve been to. They really go above and beyond when it comes to the care of your pet. They have great hours and lovely staff!
Keri Crosby
3 Jun 2018
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☆☆☆☆☆
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Our last 5 dogs have been cared for, and 3 of them have been helped over the rainbow bridge, by the caring, amazing staff at Big Bay Animal Hospital. Every single member of the team is amazing, and tr... Read More
Our last 5 dogs have been cared for, and 3 of them have been helped over the rainbow bridge, by the caring, amazing staff at Big Bay Animal Hospital. Every single member of the team is amazing, and treats our pets as their own. I don’t worry about needless tests or procedures, but also know that if something is recommended, it is the best course of action for our fur babies. They give lots of information to help us make informed decisions. When there is an issue, we get regular phone calls to check on how the patient is doing between appointments. Can’t say enough about them. I recommend them wholeheartedly. Read Less
Melissa Bernier
3 Jun 2018
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☆☆☆☆☆
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Our dogs run into the Big Bay Animal hospital every time we are there. At other vets, they stood at the door and would not go in unless they were picked up. This is a sign of an amazing place, with go... Read More
Our dogs run into the Big Bay Animal hospital every time we are there. At other vets, they stood at the door and would not go in unless they were picked up. This is a sign of an amazing place, with good people who really do love animals. Maurice the cat who lives there always loves a Pat and a treat. We tried another get closer to us and came back to BBAH because of the staff. Read Less
Wanda Frechette
2 Jun 2018
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
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Friendly and knowledgeable staff. Everyone there always takes the time to make us feel welcome and they genuinely care about your pet(s). Great place to take your fur babies.
Tracey Brunelle
6 May 2018
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
The Veterinarians and staff at Big Bay Animal Hospital are absolutely the kindest and most compassionate people. They have been nothing but caring , accommodating and wonderful in caring for my belov... Read More
The Veterinarians and staff at Big Bay Animal Hospital are absolutely the kindest and most compassionate people. They have been nothing but caring , accommodating and wonderful in caring for my beloved kitty. I highly recommend their services in caring for all types of pets. Read Less
jackie murray
5 May 2018
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
We are a family that love our dogs as if they were our children. Big Bay Animal Hospital demonstrates the same love and compassion as if our dogs were their own. Recently we had to lay our family d... Read More
We are a family that love our dogs as if they were our children. Big Bay Animal Hospital demonstrates the same love and compassion as if our dogs were their own. Recently we had to lay our family dog to rest and the staff at Big Bay were outstanding in meeting our needs even before we asked. Read Less
elizabeth le sarge
10 Apr 2018
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
I've always had the best service here. I don't even live in Barrie anymore but I still drive to Barrie anymore. But I still drive from Orillia to see them. I've been going to them now for approximatel... Read More
I've always had the best service here. I don't even live in Barrie anymore but I still drive to Barrie anymore. But I still drive from Orillia to see them. I've been going to them now for approximately 9 years. It's hard to find a good vet. And someone that you trust. Their care team is amazing. Read Less
Aaron Schrijver
7 Apr 2018
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
I've taken various cats of mine over the years to this vet and have always received the very best care and concern from the staff for their well being. Very friendly, very caring, always interested in... Read More
I've taken various cats of mine over the years to this vet and have always received the very best care and concern from the staff for their well being. Very friendly, very caring, always interested in going the extra mile to make sure that all questions are answered and all concerns discussed. I would recommend their service to anyone and everyone who needs their pets taken care of. Read Less
Katrina Patton
7 Apr 2018
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
Knowledgeable, compassionate and friendly! Everyone there knows their stuff and loves all the animals that come in the door. They check up on my two dogs after we've been for a visit, and remind us w... Read More
Knowledgeable, compassionate and friendly! Everyone there knows their stuff and loves all the animals that come in the door. They check up on my two dogs after we've been for a visit, and remind us when we need to do something. My dogs actually love going to the vet!! Read Less
Carol m
7 Apr 2018
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
I am very happy to have received a recommendation from a business owner in Barrie to bring my pet here. I had a hard time finding a vet service for reptiles, and the staff here are very caring and kno... Read More
I am very happy to have received a recommendation from a business owner in Barrie to bring my pet here. I had a hard time finding a vet service for reptiles, and the staff here are very caring and knowledgeable. They even phoned a couple days later to check how Leahh was doing. I highly recommend this hospital:) Read Less
Nickkrodriguesxo _
7 Apr 2018
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
I have been going to big bay animal hospital for just over 8 months, after being treated like garbage by a previous vet in the area. Big bay has an amazing staff with big hearts and have always treate... Read More
I have been going to big bay animal hospital for just over 8 months, after being treated like garbage by a previous vet in the area. Big bay has an amazing staff with big hearts and have always treated my pups with love and kindness! The vets are very knowledgeable and polite, and the receptionist are always great when calling in. Recommend this vet to anyone looking for quality care and service :) Read Less
Caitlin
16 Feb 2018
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
When no one else would take my very sick rabbit on short notice, Big Bay squeezed us in. Not only was the doctor thorough and knowledgeable about exotic pets, you could tell that he really cared. It w... Read More
When no one else would take my very sick rabbit on short notice, Big Bay squeezed us in. Not only was the doctor thorough and knowledgeable about exotic pets, you could tell that he really cared. It was enough to bring me back with my other bunny to have her spayed by the other doctor there, who was lively, vivacious and passionate. Such a wonderful dynamic here and I highly recommend it! Read Less
Nicole Cunnington
21 Jan 2017
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
Very nice staff and willing to work with you and good at explaining exzactly what there saying
Andrea Rudan
25 Oct 2016
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
They've given really good care to my pets for the past five years. They do their best to accommodate me and I really appreciate that.
Robyn Cowey
15 Oct 2016
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
Big Bay Animal Hospital never fails to deliver top notch service to not only the owners but to our beloved pets! I have been bringing my dog to Big Bay for over 2 years and among those two years I hav... Read More
Big Bay Animal Hospital never fails to deliver top notch service to not only the owners but to our beloved pets! I have been bringing my dog to Big Bay for over 2 years and among those two years I have never been anything but blown away with their attentive genuine care for my pet. Even after my dog had been attacked and injured, I never felt like they were pushing unnecessary services to make a penny. Many times I have called the hospital last minute to see if my dog can be seen in an emergency and they are always willing and happy to squeeze us in at some point during that day. I often receive a follow up call to see how my dog is doing!! Where else will you receive this level of service in Barrie? No where.
My dog like many others gets really nervous and scared when we have to come to the vet. He is a handful and not always the easiest little guy to deal with it when he has visited. However knowing this, from the moment we walk in to the moment we leave everyone from reception, the techs, and vets make you and my dog feel very comfortable and show that they understand with patience.
I live in the very north end of barrie and used to take my dog to a 24 hour hospital in letitia heights. Being disappointed after every visit left me searching for a new vet which reviews like this one lead me to Big Bay and I've never looked back. Don't let the drive to the south end deter you from your pet receiving the absolute best care possible in Barrie.
Thank you Big Bay for everything that you have done for Pretzel, I am truly grateful for everything that your clinic has done for us in the last two years! I speak directly with hundreds of clients a day at my work and whenever pets are brought up I always make sure to recommend Big Bay Animal Hospital!! Read Less
Paisley Shakell
13 Oct 2016
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
awesome staff! very caring for the animals and their owners.
Thank-You for helping my sweet bunny !
Bailey Thompson
8 Jul 2016
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
I am so grateful for the service provided by Big Bay Animal Hospital. Every member of the team is incredibly caring and compassionate - treating your pets as they would their own. The doctors are incr... Read More
I am so grateful for the service provided by Big Bay Animal Hospital. Every member of the team is incredibly caring and compassionate - treating your pets as they would their own. The doctors are incredibly knowledgeable and thorough. I wouldn't trust my animals with anyone else. I am especially impressed by the amount of time the doctors take to explain things so that the owner can be fully aware of what's going on. Read Less