Mountain View Kitty Cottage & Pet Services
5 (12) 7898 Beaver Creek Rd, Port Alberni, BC V9Y 8N3, CanadaHours:
Monday: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 4:00 – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 4:00 – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM, 4:00 – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 4:00 – 5:00 PM
Friday: 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM, 4:00 – 5:00 PM
Saturday: 4:00 – 5:00 PM
Sunday: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 4:00 – 5:00 PM
How to Save Money at Mountain View Kitty Cottage & Pet Services
Schedule Regular Vet Visits
One of the best ways to save on vet bills is to prevent expensive health issues before they develop. By scheduling regular wellness checkups, your vet can detect health issues early, helping you to avoid costly treatments and surgeries down the road.
Price Shop for Pet Prescriptions
Oftentimes our fur babies are prescribed human drugs off-label. Your vet is apt to charge more for these medications than you would pay at your local pharmacy. In fact, big-box or chain pharmacies can offer steep discounts. So it’s best to price shop.
Pet Insurance
Most pet insurance providers will pay between 80% and 90% of the vet bill. You can even get coverage for routine care and things like vaccinations and dental cleanings. If you do the math, you’ll most likely find that pet insurance makes financial sense in the long run as well as gives you peace of mind.
How Do You Choose the Right Pet Insurance Provider?
Pet Insurance Review makes it incredibly easy for pet parents to select an insurance provider they feel good about. You can use our handy comparison tool to get the gist of what a company offers. We’ve also collected over 150,000 reviews of insurance companies from real pet parents like you to rank the top providers in the market. Here is the current ranking of each:
| Rating | Provider | Total Review |
|---|---|---|
| 4.9 | Fetch Canada | 166 |
| 4.9 | Furkin | 348 |
| 4.1 | Pets Plus Us | 863 |
| 4.3 | PHI Direct | 31 |
| 4.8 | Spot Canada | 149 |
| 4.8 | Trupanion Canada | 25,888 |
| 1.0 | Desjardins | 1 |
| 5.0 | OVMA | 1 |
| 3.3 | Peppermint | 3 |
| 2.5 | Petsecure | 226 |
| 0.0 | Sonnet | 0 |
Or, you can simply get a fast quote from multiple providers and go from there.
Thinking of insuring your pet?
Get Quotes & CompareGetting to Know Your New Vet: Essential Questions to Ask
Choosing a new veterinarian is an important decision for any pet owner. You want to find someone who is competent, compassionate, and a good fit for you and your fur baby. To help you get the most out of your first appointment, here's a list of essential questions to ask your new vet:
Tell me about your experience with [pet type].
Different vets have different areas of specialization. Some are experts with cats, some dogs, some pocket pets, and some horses. Knowing that your vet has vast experience treating your specific type of pet can bring you peace of mind.
How do you handle emergencies?
You must know what to do in case of a pet medical emergency. Inquire what after-hours policy the clinic has, whether they have on-site emergency care available, and if they have a relationship with any nearby emergency animal hospitals.
How do you communicate with pet owners?
Good communication is key to building a trusting relationship with your vet. Ask how they prefer to communicate (phone calls, emails, online portal) and how often you can expect to hear from them.
Are there any breed-specific health concerns I should be aware of?
Some breeds are predisposed to certain health conditions. Knowing what to watch out for can help you catch problems early and get your pet the treatment they need.
Do you have any questions for me about my pet?
This is a great question to ask because the answer will show that the vet is interested in getting to know your pet as an individual and is willing to listen to your concerns.
Bonus question: Can I take a tour of your facility?
Getting a feel for the clinic's environment can help you and your pet feel more comfortable during your visits. Remember, you’re not just looking for a veterinarian, you’re looking for a partnership. Do not be afraid to ask these questions and any others you can think of. Any vet worth their salt will be happy to answer them. Because the more informed you are, the better equipped you'll be to make decisions about your pet's care! And that should be every vet’s top priority.
Reviews from Google
I can't say enough great things about this business, Sheena goes above and beyond to take care of her furry clients and their owners. She is so knowledgeable and always willing to give tips and suggestions to help your pet live its best life. I am so thankful for Sheena helping our Mango the Main Coon look and feel her best!
posted: 06/11/2024
Sheena is so friendly & knowledgable. It’s great to know someone like her in town. She’s been a huge asset for our kitties, and I’m very lucky to know her . Thanks Sheena!
posted: 10/13/2024
We don't normally leave reviews online, but wanted to do so for Sheena because we were so impressed! We found Mountain View Kitty Cottage online when looking for somewhere for our one year old cat Gus to stay for four days while we were in Tofino over xmas. Gus had never even spent one night away from us prior to staying at the cottage and so we were very nervous about our trip. Sheena helped us through this by sending us regular updates and pictures (and even a video) of how he was doing (see below for just a few of the pics of Gus during the stay). She took the time to get to know his personality and treated him with love and care even though he is slow to warm with strangers and he can't always give much back. We were able to relax and enjoy the holiday knowing he was safe and well cared for. The cottage is very clean, new, and bright inside with lots of large windows. The cat rooms have tall ceilings and look a lot like our house at home- with vinyl plank floors and a regular house door (with a window in it), a window sill to lounge on. There are little cat doors between rooms and since the room next to Gus was empty Sheena opened the adjoining cat door so that he had two rooms and two windows. She didn't charge us extra for this, and she even gave Gus a little bag of presents (which he loved) to celebrate Christmas. Sheena was super communicative and fast to respond to messages. Drop off and pick up times were flexible. When we had to change the time we picked up Gus because the roads were getting snowy and we needed to leave earlier than expected, she was nothing but kind, understanding, and accommodating. Thanks Sheena! We will be recommending this business to anyone looking for a great place for their cat to stay. -Gill and Ryan
posted: 01/03/2022
Sheena is just the absolute best. I cannot begin to describe the high level of care and knowledge she has. The care she has given to my sweet 19 year old cat is awesome and so heartwarming ❤️!
posted: 06/19/2023
I have known Sheena for many years and was delighted when she opened Mountain View Kitty Cottage & Pet Services. I was in the midst of moving and my four kitties stayed with her for the chaos night of packing and setting up my new place. It gave me such piece of mind that I knew my kitties were in a safe and calm space while I dealt with all my stuff. When I picked up my kitties from their sleepover, they were relaxed and calm and ready for their new home. Sheena kept me updated throughout the evening and it was absolutely wonderful knowing my fur babies were content. I will absolutely bring my kitties there again when the opportunity arises that I can travel and have a night away. My senior lady requires medication daily and as Sheena is also fully capable of administering meds, this was an added bonus. The facility is new and well thought out with comfortable sleeping zones and play areas. Sheena has paid close attention to detail and all things that make kitties comfortable.
posted: 12/26/2020
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Mountain View Kitty Cottage & Pet Services
7898 Beaver Creek Rd, Port Alberni, BC V9Y 8N3, Canada(250) 735-1153