325 reviews
5001 24 St, , BC V1T 8X7
#compassionateCare#knowledgeableVets#endOfLifeSupport+13
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👍What Pet Owners Praised
Owners consistently praised the caring, compassionate team—from front desk to vets—for treating pets like family and explaining options clearly. Many noted thorough care with follow-up calls, help in urgent situations (including same-day and even Saturday appointments), and strong support through difficult end‑of‑life decisions. Reviewers also highlighted success with anxious pets and solid handling of small/exotic animals.
💬Common Feedback & Suggestions
While the tone is largely positive, several reviewers reported difficulty booking, long waits, busy phone lines, and no after‑hours service. A number of comments raised pricing concerns—unexpectedly high bills, perceived upselling, or quotes that didn’t match final costs—and some mentioned limited payment flexibility. A small subset described disappointing outcomes or misdiagnoses (including post‑vaccine reactions or surgeries without improvement), plus occasional communication lapses such as missed call-backs, medication oversights, or kennel mix‑ups. Cleanliness was generally praised, with only a rare note about a smelly washroom.
🏥Clinic Specialties
- End-of-life and euthanasia support (with cremation options)
- Exotic and small mammal care (rabbits, guinea pigs, hamsters, rats)
- Avian checkups and care
- Spay/neuter and soft-tissue surgery
- Urgent and same-day care when possible
- Assisted whelping and reproductive care
🏷️Keywords
#compassionateCare#friendlyStaff#clearExplanations#followUpCalls#emergencyFitIns#exoticsFriendly#avianCare#endOfLifeSupport#longWaits#hardToBook#phoneHoldTimes#pricingConcerns#upsellingComplaints#noAfterHours#reasonablePrices#communityTrust
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🐾Tips for Pet Owners
- Book well in advance—appointments can fill up and phones may be busy; ask about Saturday availability if that helps.
- Request a written, itemized estimate and discuss alternatives before proceeding to avoid surprise costs.
- If you have an exotic pet or a bird, ask to schedule with a vet who regularly sees that species.
- Before leaving, confirm you’ve received all prescribed medications and clear aftercare instructions.
- If you need timely attention when bookings are tight, ask about their drop‑off option for care.
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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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Frequently Asked Questions
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Vernon Veterinary Clinic is located at 805 Kalamalka Lake Rd, Vernon, BC V1T 6V4. No public transit station data was provided, so check Google Maps or the local transit agency for current bus routes; if driving, parking is not confirmed, so call the clinic or check local signage before your visit.
Vernon Veterinary Clinic's opening hours are not listed in the provided data. Please call ahead or check the clinic's website before visiting, especially if you need a same-day or Saturday appointment.
You can contact Vernon Veterinary Clinic through its website at https://vernonvetclinic.com/. No phone number was provided in the source data, so use the website or Google Business Profile to confirm the best current contact method.
To book an appointment at Vernon Veterinary Clinic, contact the clinic through its website or current Google Business Profile details. Reviews suggest appointments can fill up and phone lines may be busy, so book in advance and ask about same-day, Saturday, or drop-off options if your pet needs timely care.
Consultation fees vary by clinic and are not regulated by a government-published veterinary fee schedule in Canada. Provincial health insurance, such as public medical coverage, does not cover pets, so call the clinic for a current quote and ask for an itemized written estimate before procedures; pet insurance and third-party payment-plan options may be available in Canada generally, but confirm directly with the clinic.
Most Canadian veterinary clinics commonly accept Interac debit, Visa or Mastercard, and tap-and-go payments such as Apple Pay or Google Pay, but the source data does not list Vernon Veterinary Clinic's specific payment methods. Call ahead to confirm accepted payments, pet-insurance claim options, or any third-party payment-plan availability.
The provided review summary mentions urgent and same-day care when possible, but also notes no after-hours service. If your pet needs urgent help, contact the clinic to ask whether they can fit you in that day or direct you to an appropriate emergency veterinary hospital.
Vernon Veterinary Clinic is associated with end-of-life and euthanasia support with cremation options, exotic and small mammal care, avian checkups, spay/neuter and soft-tissue surgery, urgent same-day care when possible, and assisted whelping or reproductive care. If you have a bird or exotic pet, ask to book with a veterinarian who regularly sees that species.
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Last updated: July 28, 2026