Business Details
25 Years
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Emergency
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Your Courtenay Veterinary Hospital for Compassionate Pet Care
Van Isle Veterinary Hospital has been dedicated to providing compassionate veterinary care for small animals in the Comox Valley since 2001. Our mission centers on fostering open communication with clients, empowering them to participate in their pets' healthcare decisions. We prioritize building trust through individualized treatment for every patient, whether large or small. Located in Courtenay, BC, our hospital expanded to seven-day operations in 2014 to better serve the community. Our team of veterinarians and support staff shares medical records and emergency responsibilities to ensure continuity of care after hours.Recognized as a Readers Choice Best Veterinary Hospital for nine years and awarded Business of the Year 2020 by the local Chamber of Commerce, we maintain state-of-the-art facilities and a collaborative team environment. Our Healthy Start Program offers structured care for puppies and kittens, while our online store provides convenient access to pet supplies. We combine technical expertise with a commitment to community impact, offering virtual tours and photo galleries to showcase our services and positive atmosphere.
Services
Cat Services
Dog Services
Puppy & Kitten Care
Ultrasound Referrals
Online Pet Store
Pet Health Exams
Vaccinations
Dental Care
Emergency Services
Surgical Procedures
Details
- Year established: 2001
Highlights and features
- We maintain a state-of-the-art facility for advanced veterinary diagnostics and treatment.
- Our team shares medical records to ensure seamless after-hours emergency care.
- Awarded Best Veterinary Hospital nine consecutive years by local readers.
- Healthy Start Program bundles essential puppy/kitten care at a discounted rate.
- Seven-day availability with extended weekday hours for client convenience.
Associations and certifications
- CVBC Accredited Clinic
What people say
Award-winning care
Experienced team
24/7 emergency service
State-of-the-art facilities
Healthy Start Program
Services
Cat Services
Our cat services provide comprehensive healthcare tailored to feline patients. From routine wellness exams to specialized treatments, our experienced veterinarians address unique feline health needs. We emphasize preventive care through vaccinations, dental checkups, and nutritional counseling to ensure long-term wellness.
Dog Services
Van Isle offers complete medical and surgical care for dogs of all breeds and ages. Our services include vaccinations, parasite prevention, orthopedic procedures, and chronic condition management. We focus on maintaining mobility and quality of life through early detection and customized treatment plans.
Puppy & Kitten Care
The Healthy Start Program delivers essential care for new pets through four pre-scheduled visits. This includes vaccinations, deworming, spay/neuter consultations, and developmental assessments. Bundled pricing provides cost-effective access to critical early-life veterinary interventions.
Emergency Services
We provide on-call emergency veterinary care until midnight daily for established clients. Our team maintains access to patient records for continuity during after-hours crises. Services include trauma treatment, poisoning response, and urgent medical stabilization.
Ultrasound Referrals
Dr. Judy McFarlen offers specialized ultrasound services for veterinary practices across Vancouver Island. This non-invasive diagnostic tool evaluates internal organs, detects abnormalities, and guides treatment decisions for complex cases requiring advanced imaging expertise.
People
Dr. Madison Audeau
Veterinarian
Dr. Audeau brings extensive small animal experience to our team, focusing on compassionate patient care and client education. She emphasizes preventive medicine while maintaining expertise in surgical procedures.
Dr. Victoria Knight
Veterinarian
Dr. Knight specializes in feline medicine and wellness planning, combining technical skill with gentle handling techniques to reduce patient stress during examinations and treatments.
Dr. Connor Silverthorn
Veterinarian
Dr. Silverthorn focuses on canine orthopedics and sports medicine, utilizing advanced diagnostic tools to develop rehabilitation plans that maximize mobility and joint health for active dogs.
Dr. Isaac Mills
Veterinarian
Dr. Mills provides comprehensive care with particular interest in geriatric pet management, offering tailored solutions to maintain quality of life for senior animals.
Dr. Thomas Crook
Veterinarian
Dr. Crook contributes expertise in emergency medicine and critical care, ensuring continuity of treatment for urgent cases during after-hours operations.
Questions
What veterinary services do you offer?
We provide medical, surgical, and preventive care for cats and dogs, including vaccinations, dental services, diagnostics, and emergency treatment.
Do you offer after-hours emergency care?
Yes, we provide on-call emergency services until midnight daily for established clients with access to complete medical records.
What are your operating hours?
Monday-Friday 8:00am-7:00pm, Saturday 8:00am-4:30pm, Sunday 9:00am-5:00pm with after-hours emergency coverage until midnight.
What is the Healthy Start Program?
This puppy/kitten program bundles four essential wellness visits with vaccinations, deworming, and developmental checks at a discounted rate for new pet owners.
Reviews (4)
Tamara Estrada
Jan 08, 2022
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I am SO impressed with this vet clinic and staff here . We recently moved to the island and have Had a hard time finding a vet . A couple of nights ago we noticed our baby was having issues with her bum and skin , called around a few vets and no one would take her in even though it was very important for her to be seen . Thankfully Van isle made… room for our Lexi , and worked with us even though we were almost half hr late due to bad roads . Dr knight was super informative and friendly with all of our concerns and our girl got the antibiotics and medicine she needed . Girl at the reception
Kaitlyn Lepine
Sep 12, 2021
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Absolutely amazing experience with Van Isle Vets! They were quick to get us in for our emergency C section. They were beyond kind, and kept us updated though the process. I’m super grateful for the experience and services provided. Highly recommended!
Charmaine Pietrzak
May 28, 2021
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A huge RAVE to Van Isle Veterinary Hospital!!! To Candace the Manager for keeping us updated in times when the doctors were busy, The doctors and techs and the staff for all of their knowledge and support. A special shout out to Dr. Emma Devai who came in after hours, in the middle of the night and was quick thinking and saved our sweet boys… life.... Dr. Christensen who kept us in the loop at all times so we knew exactly how he was doing! Thank you all for taking such amazing care of Onion!!! He is now home and happy and recovering after 3 days with them. They sent us home with a care package
Casandra Rogers
Feb 10, 2021
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Everyone is just so friendly here! Thunder and Dahlia get spoiled with love (and treats) whenever we go!
