West Kootenay Animal Hospital
4.6 (133) 8450 Green Gables Rd, Trail, BC V1R 4W5, CanadaHours:
Monday: 8:15 AM – 12:00 PM, 1:00 – 6:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:15 AM – 12:00 PM, 1:00 – 6:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:15 AM – 12:00 PM, 1:00 – 6:00 PM
Thursday: 8:15 AM – 12:00 PM, 1:00 – 6:00 PM
Friday: 8:15 AM – 12:00 PM, 1:00 – 5:00 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at West Kootenay 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
Amazing staff, incredible with their patients and extremely passionate and caring. Thank you for getting us in so quick and helping our sweet little Pryia we are so very grateful 🥲😇 Dr April your so kind and great Thank you again 🥹
posted: 10/09/2024
Dr. April Hahn is wonderful. She cares deeply about my dogs and I trust her judgement for their care.
posted: 11/05/2024
We have been clients of West Kootenay Animal since April of 2023, our puppy Tobi and our kitty Pablo have always received more than 5 star care from the entire team! Everyone is always so kind and patient with our sometimes nervous dachshund puppy, they are very good with him and have helped us socialize him to various things during visits. I highly recommend this office for anyone in the area, especially those with nervous pets that don’t particularly love vet trips.
posted: 11/30/2023
Updated: April 2024 Still excellent in every way! All the vets and staff are friendly and professional. Consistently 5 stars (End update) We have been clients of West Kootenay Animal Hospital since 2016 and our Wirehaired Pointing Griffon has received 5 star care at each and every visit. Over the years he has been through a few rough spots and treatments are not always pleasant, but his little brain just knows that he is receiving the best care, and that the doctors and staff are loving and sincere. Dexter is happy and continues to wag his tail when he visits West Kootenay Animal Hospital. They turn on the "spotlights" to get a correct diagnosis without recommending unnecessary treatment.
posted: 04/11/2024
I have used these guys since my dog was just a wee puppy. They have always been fantastic and responsive. We had to put our beautiful angel to rest just after New Year's and Dr. Chris made one of the worst days of our lives easier and with the utmost compassion. We are extremely grateful for the entire team. Thank you so much ❤️
posted: 01/10/2023