Kerrisdale Veterinary Hospital
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How to Save on Veterinary Costs at Kerrisdale Veterinary Hospital
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 Kerrisdale Veterinary Hospital? 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
117 reviews
I really wish I could give more than 5 stars to Dr. Chen and assistants at KVH. I can’t even count how many times we have had our puppy in over the past 8 months and every experience with them has been wonderful. Our dog actually gets excited to go to the vet! We honestly do too, we learn so much from our calls with Dr. Chen. She takes the time to really listen to your observations before offering treatment options. She also asks for update emails to track progress. Her service standards are so above and beyond anyone else. The pricing is fair and you’re not automatically given the most expensive treatment plan, although it is presented as an option. I feel like Dr. Chen provides a lot of value added during her exams. It’s also nice to have a vet with a border collie since they are a “special” kind of breed :) If you can handle a phone call on speaker phone in your car, the covid policies are not inconvenient. We love KVH!
Jun 4, 2022
We take both our cat and dog here. Our cat, who is a very anxious little guy, and doesn't like most people, absolutely loves everyone in the clinic, and I fully trust them with him. Our dog is 10 months old, and recently caught kennel cough, and they were able to get me in for a quick appointment, and were so kind and understanding with her. And, Dr. Craven is an absolute gem. We like this vet so much, that we drive in from Burnaby to be able to see them!
Jun 15, 2023
Dr. Chen is simply amazing! We have been coming here with our pets for 5 years and have always felt comfortable and trusting with the care she and the techs provide. They take the time to listen, get to know you and your pet, and offer the best advice and treatments possible. Very thankful Dr. Chen and the Kerrisdale Vet team!
May 12, 2023
Doctors are great except for one rude repceptionist Nicole. I have been here since years and years but SO disappointed today with this particular staff. My dog have been suffering from corneal ulcer and went to emergency last week. I guess she called in to book second visit consultation to have recheck done. However, she was not even clear why she called and even thought she called a wrong number. I was very confused by that time so I called her back asking did you try to book second visit with my dog? After I called back she knew what she was supposed to do. On the consultation day after I have spoke with my doctor, I forgot to ask one question. So all I asked was "when can my dog take a bath and should I keep giving him medication?" and the reply was doctor is busy and just ask the emergency....I was so shocked by her unprofessional reply. Why would I come here and pay for consultation then? Also because she is not trained properly and due to her miscommunication, she charged me $100 more on the invoice. I explained to her I should be just charged for consultation today, then she rolled her eyes and just stood there without explaining anything. I was so upset and asked for another staff who has been always helping me and considering. And problem solved. Please train your staff properly.
Sep 14, 2022
Took my cat to see Dr. Dodds as she was having diarrhea and our regular vet was closed. The receptionist was quite standoffish and didn’t even greet me upon arriving (once the appointment finished I stood at the desk for 10 minutes waiting to pay without even an acknowledgement). Once we got into the appointment it seemed like he had other things to do as it was so rushed. There was no physical exam and no questions/testing even offered to find out the root cause. In and out in 15-20 minutes, there was very little compassion towards my cat and he also didn’t bother to tell me how long the medications would take to be in effect. Decent enough vet, but so rushed and didn’t feel like they even cared.
Dec 12, 2022
Veterinarians in Vancouver, British Columbia
Acadia Veterinary Clinic Ltd
3142 W Broadway, Vancouver, BC V6K 2H3, Canada(604) 706-1332
Amherst Veterinary Hospital
260-2083 Alma St, Vancouver, BC V6R 4N6, Canada(604) 221-7771
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Arbutus West Animal Clinic
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Atlas Animal Hospital & Emergency Vancouver
5696 Fraser St, Vancouver, BC V5W 2Z4, Canada(604) 301-0300
BC SPCA Vancouver Animal Hospital
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Beach Avenue Animal Hospital - Vancouver
1000 Beach Ave #111, Vancouver, BC V6E 4M2, Canada(778) 784-7959
Blue Cross Pet Hospital
2603 E Hastings St, Vancouver, BC V5K 1Z5, Canada(604) 253-1141