Lions Park Animal Hospital
4.6 (98) 2850 Shaughnessy St #2129, Port Coquitlam, BC V3C 0A4, CanadaHours:
Monday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Sunday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
How to Save Money at Lions Park Animal Hospital
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 | 862 |
| 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
Kind, caring Doctors and staff. We are happy to have found them for our dog and cat. Very willing to answer all our questions and spend time explaining things in detail. Service is excellent with no pressure to add on tests ect. Prices are very reasonable, but mostly we are grateful for the compassion shown with our pets.
posted: 10/20/2024
I’m very grateful with Dr. Naresh Joshi who performed an emergency dental surgery to my little Franchi last month. She was in too much pain during the weekend and I couldn’t find a Vet Hospital in Vancouver for her. Dr Naresh and Ms Priyanka took care of Franchi and now she is enjoying her life again. Thank you 🙏
posted: 07/04/2023
We went there at the last minute, and Dr. Sherma and the staff were incredibly helpful and kind. Thank you for taking such great care of my dog.
posted: 10/30/2024
Very friendly neighbourhood vet! Both the doctors always really thorough and take the time to listen to your concerns. They also make sure you understand any follow up care. I’ve been taking my puppy here and always feel like they’re in good hands.
posted: 09/26/2022
So thankful that Dr. Joshi has opened up a clinic in Port Coquitlam, since we used to drive quite a ways out to make sure we could see him. It can be stressful taking our 3 year old Bernese mountain dog to the vet, since he is quite big and hyper, but Dr. Joshi’s genuine patience, concern, and care, make it a pleasant experience, and eases any of the concerns and issues we have. The new clinic also has a really pleasant and modern vibe. Thank you again!
posted: 12/20/2022
Veterinarians in Port Coquitlam, British Columbia
Burke Mountain Animal Hospital
3357 Coast Meridian Rd, Port Coquitlam, BC V3B 3N6, Canada(604) 474-0402
Lions Park Animal Hospital
2850 Shaughnessy St #2129, Port Coquitlam, BC V3C 0A4, Canada(778) 369-1518
Oxford Animal Hospital
2020 Oxford Connector #202, Port Coquitlam, BC V3C 0A4, Canada(604) 942-7381
PoCo West Animal Hospital
2748 Lougheed Hwy. #108, Port Coquitlam, BC V3B 6P2, Canada(604) 554-1255
Port Coquitlam Animal Hospital
2655 Lougheed Hwy., Port Coquitlam, BC V3B 1B5, Canada(604) 464-6666
Riverwood Veterinary Clinic
855 Village Dr #130, Port Coquitlam, BC V3B 0L4, Canada(604) 945-4949
Tricity Animal Hospital
2755 Lougheed Hwy., Port Coquitlam, BC V3B 5Y9, Canada(604) 942-2225