The best Vancouver vets for your pets
No matter their size or shape, pets are part of the family and deserve quality medical care. The right vet for your pet will depend on many factors, but clinics that are clean, professional and reasonably priced are a great start. When your pet needs medical attention, these vets can help them get back on their paws.
Oak Animal Hospital
3888 Oak St, Vancouver, BC V6H 2M5The vets at the Oak Animal Hospital are cat and dog specialists who use only the latest technology and procedures. They offer all of the usual vet hospital services, including surgery options and regular checkups, but it’s their puppy and kitten programs that truly set them apart. Each program is designed to provide your new pet with all the shots and care they need when starting out. They even offer nutritional counselling, and sell trusted brands of pet food right in the clinic.
Granville Island Veterinary Hospital
1635 W 4th Ave, Vancouver, BC V6J 1L8The Granville Island Veterinary Hospital is the official clinic for Vancouver police dogs and the vets here bring the same level of professional and quality care to all their animals. With five vets on staff, the clinic is a highly collaborative environment that can address a wide range of animals and issues. They also keep longer, more convenient hours than many other animal hospitals, so you can book appointments that fit in with your busy schedule. The attached pet supply shop adds even more convenience, so you can get all your pet needs met under the same roof.
Vancouver Feline Hospital
2299 Burrard St, Vancouver, BC V6J 3H9The Vancouver Feline Hospital is completely dedicated to the health and wellbeing of cats. Previously a brick-and-mortar hospital, Dr. Nicky Joosting and her assistant Thomas now only do house calls. The service is less stressful for your feline, who gets to stay in the comfort of its own home, and Dr. Joosting’s sole focus on cats makes her one of the best specialists in the city. She isn’t currently taking young cats for vaccinations, etc., but is still available to help sick felines.
Vancouver Veterinary Hospital
1541 Kingsway, Vancouver, BC V5N 2R8The staff at Vancouver Veterinary Hospital cares about pet owners almost as much as they do about pets. Recognized by numerous publications as one of the best in Vancouver, the hospital will frequently stay open late, take extra time to help out clients and, in the event of a loss, have been known to send flowers and condolences. Every vet on staff stays up to date with the latest in veterinary medicine, and the clinic utilizes only the latest technology. They specialize in furry friends, but can happily provide referrals for reptiles, birds or other pets.
VetCare Canada Inc
7555 Cambie St, Vancouver, BC V6P 3H6The Cambie Veterinary Hospital is more than a clinic, it’s a complete animal services centre. Besides the usual veterinary services, including house calls, the centre offers grooming and boarding to keep your animal happy and healthy. Dr. Ubi works with a network of local vets and animal specialists and won’t hesitate to point you to a specialist if he thinks it’s the best course of treatment for your pet. Mandarin and Cantonese-speaking staff make this a convenient choice for pet owners who may face language barriers at other practices.
VCA Canada Vancouver Animal Wellness Hospital
105 Broadway E, Vancouver, BC V5T 1W1Specializing in a wide variety of alternative treatment methods, the Vancouver Animal Wellness Hospital is not your average veterinary clinic. Their many services include homeopathy, chiropractic care and acupuncture, on top of the usual services you’d expect from a vet. If you’re interested in alternative medicine options for your pet, this hospital has the expertise and skills to help you make the best choices for your furry family member.
Night Owl Animal Hospital
1956 West Broadway, Vancouver, BC V6J 1Z2A specialist hospital, Night Owl Bird Hospital provides regular and emergency veterinarian services for Vancouver’s bird lovers. Dr. MacDonald and the other vets are caring, compassionate and can help you with treatment costs through generous payment programs. Plus, having a dedicated avian vet means your animal will get the specialized care it deserves.
Amherst Veterinary Clinic
260-2083 Alma St, Vancouver, BC V6R 4N6A specialist hospital, Night Owl Bird Hospital provides regular and emergency veterinarian services for Vancouver’s bird lovers. Dr. MacDonald and the other vets are caring, compassionate and can help you with treatment costs through generous payment programs. Plus, having a dedicated avian vet means your animal will get the specialized care it deserves.
