Vancouver Island Veterinary Surgery
5 (24) 152 Dallas Rd, Victoria, BC V8V 1A3, CanadaHours:
How to Save Money at Vancouver Island Veterinary Surgery
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
I’ve had to bring my dog to Dr.Sukhiani twice now, both for TPLO surgeries. Both times Dr.Sukhiani and Tara have been extremely thorough and just an absolute pleasure to deal with. Both Dr.Sukhiani and his staff work tirelessly to ensure animals and owners get the best care in and out of their hospital. By keeping in constant contact via email and daily phone calls, I have felt extremely supported through what can be a tough recovery process. Dr. S and his team are amazing at what they do, I am so thankful for them and the care they put into their profession.
posted: 05/05/2024
We were heartbroken to hear that our under 3-year-old Havanese Rizzo needed surgery for her luxating patella. Thankfully two vets both recommended Dr. Sukiani and his amazing team at the Vancouver Island Veterinary Surgery. From pre-operation consulting to the day of surgery and follow-up we have been so appreciative of the care, concern and great attention to details that Rizzo (and we) received. We highly recommend Dr. Sukiana and his team (thank you especially Tara) if your pup is in need of surgery. Thank you again team.. we are 5 weeks post surgery and Rizzo is doing so well, you'd never know she had surgery!
posted: 05/13/2023
At only a year old our Mini Australian Shepherd Boomer needed MPL surgery for his luxating patella, we were devastated. Prior to Boomer's surgery Dr. Sukiani spent a significant amount of time going over all the details of the surgery and answering our many questions and concerns. Both Dr. Sukiani and Tara were both wonderful while Boomer was in their care for his surgery in April 2022. A few months post op I've reached out to them again to ask further questions about Boomer's recovery and they've both been so helpful and happy to address my concerns. Thank you, thank you!
posted: 08/23/2022
Dr. Sukhiani and his team are amazing. A great deal of time was spent both pre and post operatively explaining everything to us regarding what to expect with our dog Parker's surgery. He is doing well, and we are so grateful for the care given. I highly recommend VIVS if your pet is in need of surgery.
posted: 05/24/2024
Dr. Sukiani & Tara are awesome! Our dog Sophie just had her second knee fixed. They work after hours. Dr Sukiani has called me on weekends to check on her & says don't hesitate to call if any concerns. He takes time to explain everything before and after surgery. We really appreciate the top quality care Sophie has received. When we drop her off we know she is in good hands!
posted: 07/25/2021
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