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465 E Columbia St, , BC V3L 3X6
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👍What Pet Owners Praised
Owners consistently praised the compassionate, patient team and veterinarians who explain options clearly and follow up after visits. Many highlighted great results for seniors and anxious or reactive pets, gentle low-stress handling, and transparent discussions of costs. The clinic’s dental care (including a specialist) and the grooming team’s kindness and skill were mentioned often, as was their willingness to squeeze in urgent cases.
💬Common Feedback & Suggestions
A minority of reviewers raised concerns about upselling or pressure toward costly tests or surgery, unclear lab-result communication, and occasional rudeness or cold interactions at the front desk. Booking can be difficult at times with waits or full schedules (especially for grooming or large dogs), and a few people cited higher prices or unexpected admin fees. There were isolated mentions of inconsistent grooming outcomes, record information not carrying over between visits, and pay parking on nearby main roads.
🏥Clinic Specialties
- Dentistry and dental procedures (with specialist)
- Senior and end-of-life care
- Fear-free handling for anxious and reactive pets
- Full-service dog and cat grooming
- Small mammal care (rabbits and guinea pigs, nail trims)
- Same-day and urgent squeeze-in appointments
🏷️Keywords
#compassionateCare#gentleWithAnxiousPets#thoroughExams#clearExplanations#costTransparency#followUpCalls#dentalExpertise#seniorPetCare#groomingServices#smallMammalFriendly#emergencySqueezeIns#appointmentDelays#upsellingConcerns#pricingMixed#cleanFacility
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🐾Tips for Pet Owners
- Book early—appointments (especially grooming or large-dog grooms) can fill up or have waits.
- Ask for a written estimate and itemized costs up front and discuss options to avoid tests you don’t feel are necessary; confirm any admin or prescription fees in advance.
- Bring previous medical records and share your pet’s history ahead of time to ensure continuity and reduce repeat testing.
- If your pet is anxious or reactive, let staff know when booking—they’re noted for low-stress handling and can accommodate special needs.
- Allow extra time for parking; there’s pay parking on main roads but free options on nearby side streets.
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Conditions commonly treated here
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Abortion, Spontaneous (Early Pregnancy Loss)-Cats
Abortion, Spontaneous (Early Pregnancy Loss)-Dogs
Abortion, Termination of Pregnancy
Breeding, Timing
Cryptorchidism
Eclampsia
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Parking
Impark - Douglas College Parking (Carnarvon parkade) Lot 71
130m720 Carnarvon St, New Westminster, BC V3M 1E9, Canada
Impark - Front Street Parkade Lot 602
167m550 Columbia St, New Westminster, BC V3L 1A4, Canada
The Point Parking - Lot #55
168m619 Carnarvon St, New Westminster, BC V3M 1E3, Canada
Impark - Douglas College New West Lot 273
246m700 Royal Ave, New Westminster, BC V3M 5Z5, Canada
Impark - 511 Columbia Street Lot 880
268m511 Columbia St, New Westminster, BC V3L 1B2, Canada
Frequently Asked Questions
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Royal City Paws Pet Centre is located at 660 Columbia St, New Westminster, BC V3M 1A9. No public-transit station data was provided, so check Google Maps or the local transit agency for current bus and rail routes; if you drive, nearby paid parking includes Impark - Douglas College Parking (Carnarvon parkade) Lot 71, about a 2-minute walk away.
Royal City Paws Pet Centre's opening hours were not provided, so call ahead or check the clinic website before visiting.
A phone number was not provided for Royal City Paws Pet Centre. Pet owners can visit the clinic website at http://www.pawspetcentre.com/ for current contact details.
Book an appointment by contacting Royal City Paws Pet Centre through its website or current clinic contact details. Appointments, especially grooming and large-dog grooming visits, can fill up, so booking early is recommended.
Consultation fees vary by clinic and are not regulated by a government-published veterinary fee schedule in Canada, and provincial health insurance does not cover pets. Call the clinic for a current quote, and for procedures ask for an itemized written estimate; pet insurance and third-party payment-plan options may be worth asking about in general terms.
Most Canadian veterinary clinics commonly accept Interac debit, Visa/Mastercard, and tap-and-go options such as Apple Pay or Google Pay, but payment methods were not specified for Royal City Paws Pet Centre. Call ahead to confirm accepted payments, direct insurance-claim options, or any third-party payment plans.
Yes, nearby paid parking options were listed close to Royal City Paws Pet Centre. Impark - Douglas College Parking (Carnarvon parkade) Lot 71, Impark - Front Street Parkade Lot 602, and The Point Parking - Lot #55 are each about a 2-minute walk from the clinic.
Royal City Paws Pet Centre is noted for dentistry and dental procedures with a specialist, senior and end-of-life care, fear-free handling for anxious or reactive pets, full-service dog and cat grooming, small mammal care for rabbits and guinea pigs, and same-day or urgent squeeze-in appointments when available.
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Last updated: July 28, 2026