Dewdney Animal Hospital

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Owner Review Summary

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👍What Pet Owners Praised

Owners consistently praised the clinic’s compassionate, thorough care and the way veterinarians and staff treat pets and people with empathy, especially during difficult end‑of‑life moments. Many highlighted strong medical skill across species, noting knowledgeable exotics care (birds, reptiles, and small mammals), clear explanations, and honest advice without unnecessary tests or upselling. Reviewers also appreciated how often the team squeezed in urgent and same‑day appointments and followed up attentively. Long‑term clients reported years of reliable care and frequently recommended the clinic to others.

💬Common Feedback & Suggestions

Reviews are overwhelmingly positive, with a few recurring points to note. Some owners found certain services or in‑house medication dispensing fees pricey, while others described costs as fair or reasonable. A small number mentioned communication issues, brusque interactions, or scheduling/appointment mishaps, and a couple noted the clinic can be very busy with limited waiting room/parking. There are a handful of sharply critical outliers about medical judgement (including for reptiles), but these are far outweighed by numerous reports of successful outcomes and expertise with exotics.

🏥Clinic Specialties

  • Exotic and avian medicine
  • Reptile care and surgery
  • Small mammal care (rabbits, rats, ferrets, hamsters)
  • Emergency and urgent care
  • End-of-life and euthanasia support
  • Dentistry and dental extractions

🏷️Keywords

#compassionateCare#exoticPetExpertise#avianAndReptileCare#smallMammalCare#emergencySqueezeIns#endOfLifeSupport#honestAdvice#noUpselling#thoroughExams#friendlyStaff#longTermClients#fairValue#someHighCosts#busyClinic#cleanFacility

Overall Ratings

🐾Tips for Pet Owners

  • Book ahead and arrive a bit early—reviews note the clinic is busy and the waiting room/parking can be limited.
  • For urgent issues, call early; many reviewers said the team was able to squeeze them in the same day for emergencies.
  • If your pet needs medication, consider asking for a written prescription so you can compare prices with a pharmacy.
  • Bringing an exotic pet (bird, reptile, small mammal)? Confirm species details when booking and bring husbandry information to help the vet assess care.
  • If facing a difficult end‑of‑life decision, let the team know your preferences; reviewers describe very gentle, supportive care and options being discussed (including, in at least one case, a home visit).
📊 **Overall Ratings** - Medical Expertise: 93% satisfied - Service Attitude: 95% satisfied - Convenience: 90% satisfied - Pricing: 81% satisfied - Cleanliness: 92% satisfied - Recommendability: 95% satisfied 👍 **What Pet Owners Praised** Owners consistently praised the clinic’s compassionate, thorough care and the way veterinarians and staff treat pets and people with empathy, especially during difficult end‑of‑life moments. Many highlighted strong medical skill across species, noting knowledgeable exotics care (birds, reptiles, and small mammals), clear explanations, and honest advice without unnecessary tests or upselling. Reviewers also appreciated how often the team squeezed in urgent and same‑day appointments and followed up attentively. Long‑term clients reported years of reliable care and frequently recommended the clinic to others. 💬 **Common Feedback & Suggestions** Reviews are overwhelmingly positive, with a few recurring points to note. Some owners found certain services or in‑house medication dispensing fees pricey, while others described costs as fair or reasonable. A small number mentioned communication issues, brusque interactions, or scheduling/appointment mishaps, and a couple noted the clinic can be very busy with limited waiting room/parking. There are a handful of sharply critical outliers about medical judgement (including for reptiles), but these are far outweighed by numerous reports of successful outcomes and expertise with exotics. 🏥 **Clinic Specialties** - Exotic and avian medicine - Reptile care and surgery - Small mammal care (rabbits, rats, ferrets, hamsters) - Emergency and urgent care - End-of-life and euthanasia support - Dentistry and dental extractions 🏷️ **Tags** #compassionateCare #exoticPetExpertise #avianAndReptileCare #smallMammalCare #emergencySqueezeIns #endOfLifeSupport #honestAdvice #noUpselling #thoroughExams #friendlyStaff #longTermClients #fairValue #someHighCosts #busyClinic #cleanFacility 🐾 **Tips for Pet Owners** - Book ahead and arrive a bit early—reviews note the clinic is busy and the waiting room/parking can be limited. - For urgent issues, call early; many reviewers said the team was able to squeeze them in the same day for emergencies. - If your pet needs medication, consider asking for a written prescription so you can compare prices with a pharmacy. - Bringing an exotic pet (bird, reptile, small mammal)? Confirm species details when booking and bring husbandry information to help the vet assess care. - If facing a difficult end‑of‑life decision, let the team know your preferences; reviewers describe very gentle, supportive care and options being discussed (including, in at least one case, a home visit).

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Conditions commonly treated here

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Abortion, Spontaneous (Early Pregnancy Loss)-Cats

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Abortion, Spontaneous (Early Pregnancy Loss)-Dogs

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Abortion, Termination of Pregnancy

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Cryptorchidism

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Contact

Official website
dewdneyvet.com/

Opening Hours

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Map

Clinic Address

11965 228 St, Maple Ridge, BC V2X 6M1

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Parking

Brickwater Parking Lot

349m
22640 119 Ave, Maple Ridge, BC V2X 2Z6, Canada

Frequently Asked Questions

Here are the questions pet owners ask most often — tap a question to read the full answer. For other concerns, please consult a licensed veterinarian.

Dewdney Animal Hospital is located at 11965 228 St, Maple Ridge, BC V2X 6M1. No public-transit station data was provided, so check Google Maps or the local transit agency for current bus routes; if you are driving, Brickwater Parking Lot is nearby, about a 4-minute walk from the clinic.

Dewdney Animal Hospital’s opening hours were not provided in the source data. Please call ahead or check the clinic’s website before visiting to confirm current hours.

A phone number was not provided in the source data. You can contact Dewdney Animal Hospital through its website at http://dewdneyvet.com/.

To book an appointment at Dewdney Animal Hospital, use the clinic’s website or call the clinic to enquire about availability. Reviews suggest the clinic can be busy, so booking ahead and arriving a little early may help.

Veterinary consultation fees vary by clinic in Canada and are not regulated by a government-published fee schedule; provincial health insurance does not cover pets. Call the clinic for a current quote, and for procedures, ask for an itemized written estimate; after-hours or urgent-care fees are typically higher where those services apply. Pet insurance and third-party payment-plan options may help some owners, but confirm any clinic-specific options directly.

Most Canadian veterinary clinics commonly accept Interac debit, Visa/Mastercard, and tap-and-go payments such as Apple Pay or Google Pay. Some clinics may also support pet-insurance direct claims or third-party payment plans, so call ahead to confirm what Dewdney Animal Hospital currently accepts.

Dewdney Animal Hospital is associated with exotic and avian medicine, reptile care and surgery, small mammal care for pets such as rabbits, rats, ferrets, and hamsters, urgent care, end-of-life and euthanasia support, and dentistry including dental extractions.

Dewdney Animal Hospital is rated 4.6 out of 5.0 from 496 reviews. Pet owners often praise the compassionate staff, thorough exams, exotics knowledge, honest advice, urgent appointment help, and end-of-life support, while some mention higher costs, busy scheduling, and limited waiting room or parking space.

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Last updated: July 28, 2026