Business Details
15 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Veterinarian in Edmonton, Alberta
Charwick Hill Animal Hospital was founded in August 2011 by Sharon, Andrea, and Lorna, a team of veterinary professionals with over five years of collaborative experience. We operate as a small animal practice in Edmonton's West End, prioritizing personalized care that places patients and their guardians at the heart of every decision. Our mission emphasizes compassionate, individualized veterinary medicine, treating clients as family members rather than transactional partners. With a focus on quality medicine and ethical treatment, we maintain open communication channels and respect client preferences regarding their pets' care. Our values center on teamwork, mutual respect, and continuous improvement in veterinary services.We offer comprehensive care including wellness exams, vaccinations, surgical procedures, and diagnostic imaging. Our facility features in-house laboratory capabilities and access to specialized veterinary networks. We actively educate pet owners through resources like newsletters and informative articles. Our open hospital policy allows owners to accompany pets during medical procedures. We maintain transparency in pricing and payment expectations while delivering care that aligns with our core belief that 'our clients' worst day should never be our best day.'
Services
Wellness Exams
Vaccinations
General Surgery
Dentistry
Nutritional Consultations
Details
- Year established: 2011
Highlights and features
- We offer over five years of collaborative veterinary expertise
- Our personalized service treats clients as family members
- We provide comprehensive care from wellness exams to specialized diagnostics
- Our open hospital policy allows owner participation in pet care
- We maintain network access to board-certified veterinary specialists
What people say
Kindness and compassion
Professional staff
Personalized service
Top-rate care
Trusted veterinary team
Services
Wellness Examinations
Our comprehensive wellness exams assess pets' overall health through physical evaluations, weight monitoring, and early disease detection. These regular check-ups help maintain optimal health and establish baseline metrics for future care. Our veterinarians provide tailored recommendations for preventive care and lifestyle adjustments.
Vaccinations
We administer core and elective vaccines to protect pets against common infectious diseases. Our vaccination protocols follow current veterinary guidelines while considering individual risk factors and lifestyle needs. We provide documentation for legal requirements and travel purposes.
General Surgery
Our surgical services include spaying/neutering, mass removals, and trauma repairs using modern anesthetic monitoring equipment. Pre-operative bloodwork and post-operative care instructions ensure patient safety throughout the surgical process.
Dentistry
We offer complete dental services including cleanings, extractions, and oral health assessments. Digital dental radiography helps identify hidden issues beneath the gumline. Our team provides home care guidance for maintaining oral hygiene between professional cleanings.
Nutritional Consultations
Personalized nutrition plans address pets' specific dietary needs based on age, breed, and health conditions. We evaluate current feeding practices and recommend appropriate food choices to optimize health outcomes and manage weight.
People
Dr. Sharon Charles
Veterinarian
Dr. Sharon Charles leads our veterinary team with extensive experience in small animal care. She emphasizes compassionate treatment while maintaining high medical standards. Her approach focuses on building long-term relationships with pet owners through clear communication and personalized attention.
Questions
What types of pets do you treat?
We specialize in small animals including dogs, cats, and select exotic species.
Do you handle emergency cases?
Yes, we accept emergencies during regular business hours with prior notification.
What payment methods are accepted?
We accept cash, debit cards, MasterCard, and Visa for veterinary services.
Can I stay with my pet during procedures?
Our open hospital policy allows owners to accompany pets during basic medical procedures.
Do you offer after-hours care?
We provide urgent care during regular business hours but don't operate 24/7.
How do you handle specialized treatments?
We maintain network access to board-certified specialists for advanced veterinary care needs.
Reviews (6)
Jennifer A.
Jan 17, 2022
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You can tell that the ladies who work here really love animals! They treat our dog so well and are always happy to answer any questions we have. Our dog is always excited for a visit (and some treats)! And better yet, they always follow up a few days later with a phone call to check how he is improving.
Deborah Parkes
Aug 19, 2021
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Our dog, Money has been to no other vet clinic, since we adopted him in early 2011. He loved the ladies at Charwick. As soon as I would ask if he wanted to go see the girls, he would start whining, even before leaving the house. These ladies are so caring and loving, treating everyone with utmost respect. You know you have a caring Dr., when she is in tears having to deliver bad news. Thank you to Dr. Sharon, Andrea and Lorna, for sharing our last moments with Money. We miss him terribly. You will always be our Vet Clinic!!!!
Sheri Baker
Jul 09, 2021
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I have been coming to Charwick Hill Animal
Hospital for over 5 years, mostly to get my cat food and have my cats nails trimmed. They do a very good job. Today I mixed up the nail trim appointment by 10 minutes and I was told I was not able to bring her in. Ironically I have had to wait for them for several minutes in previous appointments, which I dont mind doing. It was my error, however there was no understanding whatsoever. I wasnt even past my 10 minute allotment and I was told I could not come to the clinic despite living less than 2 minutes away. Not impressed and I will
Hospital for over 5 years, mostly to get my cat food and have my cats nails trimmed. They do a very good job. Today I mixed up the nail trim appointment by 10 minutes and I was told I was not able to bring her in. Ironically I have had to wait for them for several minutes in previous appointments, which I dont mind doing. It was my error, however there was no understanding whatsoever. I wasnt even past my 10 minute allotment and I was told I could not come to the clinic despite living less than 2 minutes away. Not impressed and I will
Marlene Dawson Villumsen
Mar 19, 2021
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They are a caring team for there patients, it’s pretty bad when we turn the corner and our dog knows where she is and is read to jump out of the car she gets so excited that she runs into the office right to the scale to be weighted. And gets her treat
We love Sharon,Andrea and Lorna
We love Sharon,Andrea and Lorna
Adam Deck
Feb 02, 2021
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Amazing staff, I was hesitant to drive that far for a vet; but by the end of our first check up for our new kitten, I would've happily driven over twice that distance. Staff is informative and personable, my family couldn't be happier with them.
Christopher Volk
Sep 23, 2020
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Typically a British Bulldog owner needs a vet with experience in that breed. We moved to this vet out of convenience after an emergency with one of our dogs; 5 minutes from the house versus 60 to 90 minutes from the house for our previous bet. I dont believe they were that experienced with the breed and albeit not many they resolved every issue we had and we felt confident that what they may not have known they investigated and found solutions. We were never rushed in appointment and I believe their rates were more than reasonable. They are were very straightforward with no BS. They are exceptionally
