Valley Veterinary Services
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How to Save on Veterinary Costs at Valley Veterinary Services
Preventive care
Routine wellness exams can help identify health issues early, often before they become more serious or expensive to treat. Regular checkups are one of the most effective ways to manage long term veterinary costs.
Compare prescription pricing
Some pet medications prescribed at veterinary clinics may also be available through local or online pharmacies. It can be helpful to compare pricing when appropriate to reduce ongoing medication costs.
Consider pet insurance
Pet insurance may help cover a portion of eligible veterinary expenses depending on the plan, including accidents, illnesses, and in some cases preventive care. Coverage details, reimbursement levels, and deductibles vary by provider.
Why Pet Insurance Information Appears on This Page
Looking for information about Valley Veterinary Services? This page also includes pet insurance resources to help pet parents understand how to prepare for unexpected veterinary expenses.
Veterinary care costs can vary widely depending on the type of visit, treatment, or emergency. Many pet parents explore pet insurance before they need it so they are better prepared when unexpected situations arise.
How to Choose a Pet Insurance Provider
Pet Insurance Review helps pet parents compare insurance providers using verified customer reviews and real-world experiences. Our tools make it easier to evaluate providers based on claims experience, service quality, and overall satisfaction.
We have collected more than 220,000 reviews from pet parents, creating one of the largest independent databases of pet insurance feedback available.
How rankings are determined
Unexpected veterinary expenses can happen at any clinic. The providers below are ranked using verified reviews submitted by real pet parents through Pet Insurance Review. Results reflect overall satisfaction, claims experience, and value based on real world feedback. Rankings are updated regularly as new reviews are submitted.
| Rating | Provider | Total Review |
|---|---|---|
| 1.0 | Desjardins | 1 |
| 4.1 | Fetch Canada | 1,551 |
| 4.9 | Furkin | 351 |
| 5.0 | OVMA | 1 |
| 3.3 | Peppermint | 3 |
| 4.0 | Pets Plus Us | 884 |
| 2.5 | Petsecure | 226 |
| 4.1 | PHI Direct | 33 |
| 4.2 | Sonnet | 5,628 |
| 4.7 | Spot Canada | 277 |
| 4.8 | Trupanion Canada | 27,190 |
Compare Pet Insurance Plans
You can compare coverage options from multiple providers to find a plan that fits your budget and your pet’s healthcare needs.
Getting to Know Your Veterinarian
Choosing a veterinarian is an important decision for pet parents. A strong vet relationship is built on trust, communication, and understanding your pet’s individual needs.
Experience
Ask whether the clinic has experience treating your specific type of pet, since care can vary between dogs, cats, and pocket pets.
Emergency Care Procedures
It’s helpful to understand how the clinic handles after-hours emergencies, including whether they provide emergency services or refer to nearby emergency hospitals.
Communication Preferences
Ask how the clinic communicates with pet parents, including updates, test results, and follow up questions.
Breed Specific Health Considerations
Some breeds may be more prone to certain health conditions. Early awareness can help with prevention and early treatment.
Facility Tour
If available, touring the clinic can help you and your pet feel more comfortable before the first visit.
Final Note
Pet care decisions often involve both medical and financial considerations. Having access to trusted veterinary information alongside pet insurance comparisons can help pet parents feel more confident when planning for their pet’s health and wellbeing.
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Reviews from Google
130 reviews
My pets and I have always had a great experience at Valley. All the vets and staff have gone above and beyond to take care of my pets. My dog has been sick since she was a baby and they have been there every step of the way to improve health comes and give her a long happy life. Thanks for all your compassion and care. Lots of love from Sidney, Snacks & Marbles.
Dec 15, 2024
Just awful experience. My dog was having respiratory problems and my usual vet could not get her in till the following day so they said they'd phone their sister vets to see if they could get her in. Fearing she may get worse I agreed and they phoned back to say Valley Vet could see her. They didn't seem interested in addressing the problem we came in for. Instead all she did was talk about my dogs teeth saying they were loose and had to be pulled and how they wanted to do a cleaning. She proceeded to try and cram a tongue depressor into my dogs mouth which my dog then snapped in half. If my dogs teeth weren't loose before they'd probably be now. Then she put one of those little muzzles on her to try and look in her mouth again. My dog did not like either the vet or her assistant. They were not very gentle or caring. I wish I had read the reviews before going there. I will never take any animals of mine there again and will tell other people to stay away from them too.
Jul 24, 2024
Dr. Steinebach and his staff are awesome! He is very knowledgeable and explains issues carefully and thoroughly, without talking down to you. His staff are all courteous, caring and very friendly.
Aug 1, 2024
I was hesitant to leave a review but after seeing all the reviews mentioning Dr. Steinebach and our sudden exit from Valley Veterinary due to our mistrust in his knowledge and abilities I decided to leave one. We were loyal clients of VVS for almost 7 years. About 2 years go we noticed a change. Dr. Steinebach recommended an urgent surgery on a senior dog with a history of illness that was being treated with medications. We got a second and third opinion as we were hesitant to go through with it. We found out our girl did not need a surgery at all. Reading all other reviews suggesting that Dr. Steinebach recommends treatments that are not necessary or needed I can attest to that. Dog food is over the top cost wise at VVS. I found other resources to buy for half the cost.
Jul 29, 2024
I was seeking a specific treatment for my dog, that he's been receiving for 10+ years. We have a general vet that we like very much, but they don't have the equipment for this treatment. We were directed to Valley because they had the equipment. From the first, they were trying to talk us into things we didn't ask for, or want. They were told very clearly that we have a primary care vet, but they kept pushing. Today, only 1.5 hours before my appointment, I was called and informed that we wouldn't be provided this treatment without an exam, which of course has an additional cost. I took time off work and arranged a ride to get to this appointment, that was going to stretch my finances as it is, being right before the holidays, only to be told less than 2 hours before my appointment that it was now going to cost more. I believe they did this to back me into a corner and attempt to force me to say yes. I had to cancel because I can't afford both the exam and the treatment. Now my dog doesn't get the treatment he needs for a 10+ year chronic, stable, condition. Without that treatment, his back legs could become paralyzed. Also, the treatment has no risk of complications, so it couldn't possibly hurt him. I was told an exam was necessary because the treatment we need is like getting a prescription, and the doctor wouldn't authorize it without an exam. I could understand that if what we were seeking would put him in some risk. It would not. It's a cold laser inflammation reduction, and can't possibly hurt him if it's administered correctly. Absolutely no reason why he would need additional testing or an examination. Literally just needed exactly the same treatment he got last time, which is in his records. This was railroading. Clearly Valley cares more about the money they can squeeze out of me than my dog. I will not be returning. Frankly, I'm disgusted.
Dec 12, 2023
Veterinarians in Chilliwack, British Columbia
Central Veterinary Clinic
45910 Hocking Ave, Chilliwack, BC V2P 1B4, Canada(604) 792-9234
Cheam View Veterinary Hospital
8337 Young Rd, Chilliwack, BC V2P 4N8, Canada(604) 795-5721
Cottonwood Veterinary Clinic
45793 Luckakuck Way #101B, Chilliwack, BC V2R 5S3, Canada(604) 824-5848
Family Pet Hospital
7319 Vedder Rd Unit 3, Chilliwack, BC V2R 4E4, Canada(604) 824-0005
Greenbelt Veterinary Services Ltd
8451 Harvard Pl, Chilliwack, BC V2P 7Z5, Canada(604) 792-1501
Little Mountain Veterinary Clinic
46793 Yale Rd, Chilliwack, BC V2P 2S5, Canada(604) 792-2844
Menzies Pet Hospital
9701 Menzies St, Chilliwack, BC V2P 5Z6, Canada(604) 792-3399
Sardis Animal Hospital
7236 A Vedder Rd, Chilliwack, BC V2R 5K7, Canada(604) 858-4415