Pacific Coast Veterinary Hospital
4 (45) 975 Chamberlin Ave, Prince Rupert, BC V8J 4J4, CanadaHours:
Monday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at Pacific Coast Veterinary 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
We are from out of town and had an accident with our pup over the weekend. We had them come in as an emergency and they were there within 10 minutes. Amazing people who really took care of our dog Sage. They did an amazing job talking us through what they were doing. Thank you so much for being there for our dog, and also us. Truly appreciated.
posted: 06/18/2023
Most unethical gouging vet I've ever heard of. Charged more than 10x my vet back home, and with less aptitude. $1200 to put down a day old paralyzed kitten. Someone with a heart needs to open a vet in Rupert so people don’t have to drive hours to go somewhere decent. They clearly pay to have bad reviews removed ?
posted: 10/11/2024
I was visiting Prince Rupert for a few days in December and of course my puppy decided to leap off a chair, break his leg, and start screaming. We rushed to this vet clinic and they took us in right away, set the leg and put it in a splint, gave us medicine, and referred us to a hospital in Calgary who could do the surgery my puppy needed. Really grateful to have that kind of emergency care just showing up out of nowhere in a town I was visiting! Puppy is all better now 😁
posted: 03/06/2024
The vet was absolutely amazing with my fur baby however the low score is for the price point. I have been doing regular vaccines for my pup and the price point has always been the same, $140 to $150 depending on what my little one needs. (this is in Terrace and my family pays the same for their large dog in Smithers) Now the next set of shots came up, exact same...I have a print out telling me what is needed and when...so I thought I would stay local as that would be nice to do, however the bill I received was $237. Quite the difference....the exam charge made the largest difference. I am sorry to say but I will go to Terrace for my next appt.
posted: 02/03/2022
Paula Wiebe was so kind and gentle with our little dog and it was his first visit. He didnt mind her even poking him with a needle. Thank you Paula and your assistant.
posted: 03/16/2023