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Your Trusted Veterinarian in Castlegar, BC
Castlegar Veterinary Hospital is a full-service animal hospital dedicated to providing high-standard veterinary care for cats and dogs in Castlegar and the West Kootenays. Our Fear Free certified team prioritizes preventive care, early diagnosis, and comprehensive treatment plans tailored to each pet's unique needs. With AAHA accreditation, we uphold rigorous standards in medical practices, facility hygiene, and client service. Our services span wellness exams, vaccinations, dental care, internal medicine, geriatric care, surgical procedures, and emergency services.We emphasize nutritional counseling, parasite prevention, and compassionate end-of-life care, supported by an in-house diagnostic lab for rapid results. Our wheelchair-accessible facility offers free parking and a relaxed environment to minimize stress for pets and owners. We partner with local emergency providers for after-hours care and maintain transparent communication to ensure pet owners make informed decisions about their companions' health.
Services
Wellness Exams
Emergency Care
Dental Services
Internal Medicine
Geriatric Care
Surgical Procedures
Nutritional Counseling
Vaccinations
Parasite Prevention
Microchipping
Highlights and features
- Fear Free certified veterinary team to reduce pet anxiety
- AAHA-accredited hospital ensuring high medical standards
- In-house diagnostic lab for rapid test results and treatment
- Wheelchair-accessible facility with free parking
- Multi-pet appointment options for household convenience
Associations and certifications
- AAHA Accreditation
- Fear Free Certification
What people say
Fear Free certified
AAHA accredited
Clean facility
Compassionate care
Thorough explanations
Services
Wellness Exams
Routine wellness exams focus on preventive care and early disease detection. Our veterinarians perform comprehensive physical assessments, update vaccinations, and provide tailored health advice. These exams help maintain long-term pet health through proactive monitoring of weight, dental condition, and organ function.
Emergency Care
We prioritize emergency cases during regular hours and partner with regional providers for after-hours support. Services include trauma treatment, poisoning response, and critical care stabilization. Our team provides immediate attention for symptoms like severe bleeding, breathing difficulties, or seizures.
Dental Services
Our dental care includes cleanings, extractions, and oral surgery. We address periodontal disease, tooth fractures, and oral infections using modern equipment. Regular dental exams prevent systemic health issues linked to poor oral hygiene in pets.
Internal Medicine
We diagnose and manage complex conditions like diabetes, heart disease, and cancer. Our in-house lab supports rapid bloodwork and urinalysis. Treatment plans may include medication, dietary changes, or referrals for advanced therapies like chemotherapy.
Geriatric Care
Senior pets receive specialized exams focusing on age-related issues like arthritis, kidney disease, and cognitive decline. We recommend bi-annual checkups, joint supplements, and pain management strategies to maintain quality of life for aging companions.
Questions
What veterinary services do you offer?
We provide wellness exams, vaccinations, dental care, internal medicine, geriatric care, surgeries, emergency care, and nutritional counseling using Fear Free-certified methods.
Are you open for pet emergencies?
We treat emergencies during regular hours (Mon-Fri 8am-5pm). After-hours cases are referred to regional partners like VetWise Virtual Support for urgent care.
Do you care for senior pets?
Yes, our geriatric care includes bi-annual exams, arthritis management, and early detection of age-related conditions like kidney disease or diabetes.
Is your facility accessible?
Our hospital is wheelchair accessible with free parking, designed to minimize stress for pets and owners through Fear Free-certified practices.
How do I schedule an appointment?
Call (250) 365-2344 during business hours or use our online contact form to book wellness exams, vaccinations, or urgent care visits.
Reviews (6)
Steve Fisher
Jan 21, 2022
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This is the last time I will ever call these people!! I have a very sick dog, they said they are not taking new patients. They said this last year as well. All the lady did was referred me to a hospital in Kelowna. What a lack of concern for almy dog. You at least could have made an emergency appointment. What a crule vet
Jennifer Burton
Dec 01, 2021
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The team here are compassionate and work in a timely manner, I feel very lucky that my fur baby is looked after by this amazing clinic.
Kelly Heyd
Nov 18, 2021
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Great service. Quite expensive for shots and spay and neuter of my kittens. Due to covid local vets are not taking new clients so I was fortunate to get them looked after here. 3 stars due to cost.
Terry Forlin
Jun 26, 2021
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We have been bringing our cats to Dr. Kristy for over 15 years. She is wonderful with our cat. She has given us everything we need in care and health support. I would recommend this hospital for your pet. Our little Maggie has been her patient for these 15 years and hopefully for many more.
Reg McClelland
Mar 27, 2021
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We couldn't be happier with the service and care we received here. Fast response in an emergency, great after care....... total thumbs up for everyone we talked to at this location.
Miraquarius
Mar 23, 2021
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Well staffed and state of the art clinic providing animal health care in Castlegar. We have been clients here for almost two years now. Dr Amy and the nurses are all very kind and caring. Dr Amy explains everything in detail and they follow up phone calls to see how we are doing. They are a bit more expensive than other vet clinics we've been to but the care they provide is excellent. Would recommend for sure!
