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PO Box 42038, 2200 Oak Bay Ave, Oak Bay, BC V8R 6T4
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Harbour Veterinary Clinic (formerly called the spay and neuter cruiser)
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👍What Pet Owners Praised
Owners consistently praised the clinic’s affordability without sacrificing care, often noting prices at a fraction of other local vets for spays, neuters, and even dental work. Reviewers highlighted compassionate, friendly staff and knowledgeable veterinarians who provide clear pre- and post-op instructions, quick updates, and patient answers to questions. Many mentioned smooth, efficient visits and the clinic’s willingness to fit in urgent cases, with pets recovering well after procedures. Several people said it was worth the drive from out of town and called the clinic an invaluable community resource.
💬Common Feedback & Suggestions
While the reviews are overwhelmingly positive, a few concerns came up. Some reported communication issues such as unreturned calls, confusion around a third‑party call centre, and one mix‑up where a microchip was initially missed but corrected promptly. A small number cited negative interactions with a vet (rude or impersonal) and procedural oversights, including presurgical concerns not being addressed and one serious post‑spay complication (retained tissue leading to infection and continued heats). These appear to be isolated experiences amid many successful surgeries and satisfied clients.
🏥Clinic Specialties
- High-volume spay and neuter surgeries
- Affordable dentistry and dental extractions
- Vaccinations and microchipping
- Urgent surgical care for pyometra and emergencies
- Coordination with primary vets and specialists for routine treatments
- Adoption support and kitten care
🏷️Keywords
#affordablePricing#compassionateCare#friendlyStaff#knowledgeableVets#clearInstructions#responsiveCommunication#efficientProcess#skilledSurgery#postOpSupport#urgentAppointments#worthTheDrive#cleanFacility#communityResource#occasionalMiscommunications#callCentreConfusion#rudeVetEncounter#surgicalComplication
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🐾Tips for Pet Owners
- If you need extra concerns checked in addition to a surgery, confirm them in writing when booking and again at drop‑off so they’re noted on the file.
- Ask for the written pre‑ and post‑op instructions they provide and follow them closely for a smooth recovery.
- Clarify optional add‑ons (vaccines, microchip, pain meds) at booking or drop‑off to avoid mix‑ups.
- For urgent issues, call ahead—they sometimes accommodate same‑day needs; if phones are busy, try email or text based on reviewers’ experiences.
- If you’re travelling from out of town, plan extra time for the trip—many reviewers said the savings and care were worth the drive.
Other areas this clinic treats
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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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Opening Hours
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Parking
1925 Blanshard St Parking
323m864 Pembroke St, Victoria, BC V8T 1H9, Canada
864 Pembroke St Parking
345m864 Pembroke St, Victoria, BC V8T 4J2, Canada
Work parking
372m2524 Douglas St, Victoria, BC V8T 4M1, Canada
Frequently Asked Questions
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Harbour Veterinary Clinic is located at 811 Bay St, Victoria, BC V8T 2C6. No public transit station data was provided, so check Google Maps or the local transit agency for current bus routes; if you are driving, nearby parking options include 1925 Blanshard St Parking, about a 4-minute walk away, and 864 Pembroke St Parking, also about a 4-minute walk away.
Harbour Veterinary Clinic’s opening hours were not provided, so please call ahead or check the clinic’s website before visiting.
A phone number was not provided in the source data. You can contact Harbour Veterinary Clinic through its website at https://www.spayandneutercruiser.ca/.
To book an appointment at Harbour Veterinary Clinic, use the clinic’s website or call to enquire about availability. Reviews suggest confirming any optional add-ons, extra concerns, vaccines, microchipping, pain medication, or surgery-related questions in writing when booking and again at drop-off.
Veterinary 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 surgeries or dental procedures, ask for an itemized written estimate before treatment. Emergency or urgent care, when available, can cost more than routine appointments, and some pet owners also ask clinics about pet insurance or third-party payment-plan options in general terms.
Specific payment methods were not provided for Harbour Veterinary Clinic. Canadian veterinary clinics commonly accept Interac debit, Visa/Mastercard, and tap-and-go options such as Apple Pay or Google Pay, but call ahead to confirm accepted payment methods, pet-insurance claim support, or third-party payment-plan options.
Harbour Veterinary Clinic is known for high-volume spay and neuter surgeries, affordable dentistry and dental extractions, vaccinations, microchipping, urgent surgical care for pyometra and emergencies, coordination with primary vets and specialists for routine treatments, adoption support, and kitten care.
Harbour Veterinary Clinic is rated 4.7 out of 5.0 from 104 reviews. Pet owners often praise the clinic’s affordable pricing, compassionate staff, knowledgeable veterinarians, clear surgical instructions, efficient visits, clean facility, and post-operative support, while a smaller number mention communication issues, call-centre confusion, and isolated concerns about bedside manner or surgical complications.
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Last updated: July 28, 2026