Small Creatures Pet Clinic

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32 Years

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Your Trusted Veterinarian in Langley

Small Creatures Pet Clinic has been dedicated to delivering excellence in veterinary medicine and customer service since 1994. Our team of passionate animal lovers prioritizes compassionate care tailored to each pet's unique needs, leveraging the latest technology to ensure optimal health outcomes. We actively engage with the Langley community through animal welfare initiatives, partnerships with shelters, and educational programs that promote responsible pet ownership. With decades of combined experience, our veterinarians and staff approach every case with empathy, integrity, and a commitment to strengthening the human-pet bond.

Our holistic treatment philosophy and transparent communication have established us as a trusted partner for pet owners seeking personalized care. By maintaining rigorous professional standards and fostering lasting relationships, we strive to be recognized as leaders in small animal veterinary care while continuously improving our services and workplace environment.

Services

Veterinary Surgery Dental Care Laboratory Testing Pet Vaccinations Emergency Services Microchipping Spay & Neuter Geriatric Care Nutrition Counseling Humane Euthanasia

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Year established: 1994

Highlights and features

Personalized treatment plans tailored to your pet's unique health needs
Board-certified veterinary expertise with 43 years of clinical experience
Holistic approach combining preventive care and advanced diagnostics
Active community involvement in local animal welfare initiatives
After-hours house calls for compassionate euthanasia services

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Services

Veterinary Surgery

Our surgical services address both routine and complex medical conditions in small animals. Using modern anesthetic protocols and monitoring equipment, we perform spay/neuter procedures, soft tissue surgeries, and emergency interventions with precision and care. Each surgical case receives individualized attention from pre-operative assessment through post-operative recovery, with detailed home care instructions provided to ensure optimal healing. Our facility maintains strict sterility standards to minimize infection risks.

Dental Care

Comprehensive oral health services include professional cleanings, extractions, and periodontal treatments under veterinary supervision. We utilize digital dental radiography to identify hidden issues and perform scaling/polishing procedures under general anesthesia for thorough treatment. Preventive education focuses on home care techniques and diet modifications to maintain dental health between professional cleanings, which are recommended annually for most pets.

Laboratory Testing

In-house diagnostic capabilities enable rapid bloodwork, urinalysis, and parasite screening for timely treatment decisions. We partner with board-certified veterinary pathologists at True North Veterinary Diagnostics for specialized testing, with results typically available within 24-48 hours. Diagnostic imaging includes digital radiography and ultrasound services performed by certified specialists who visit our facility regularly.

Humane Euthanasia

Compassionate euthanasia services are available both in-clinic and through after-hours house calls. Our gentle protocol includes pre-sedation to ensure comfort, followed by intravenous administration of euthanasia solution. We provide private consultation time for decision-making and offer aftercare options including communal/private cremation and clay pawprint memorials. Staff receive specialized training to support families during this difficult process.

Preventive Care

Annual wellness examinations focus on disease prevention and early detection through comprehensive physical exams and tailored vaccination schedules. Our 30-minute appointments allow thorough discussion of nutrition, parasite control, and behavior concerns. Individualized health plans consider each pet's age, breed, and lifestyle factors, with senior pets receiving enhanced screening protocols for common age-related conditions.

People

Dr. Jim Snyder

Lead Veterinarian

Board-certified in veterinary reproduction with 43 years of clinical experience. Founded Small Creatures Pet Clinic in 1994 after practicing in Ontario, Saskatchewan, and BC. Active in veterinary community service and animal welfare advocacy.

Christine

Veterinary Hospital Assistant

Veterinary Hospital Assistant since 2011, graduated with honors from Surrey College. Committed to compassionate animal care and creating positive client experiences through attentive support and technical expertise.

Christina

Veterinary Hospital Assistant

Veterinary Assistant since 2016, trained at Granville College. Focuses on client communication and patient comfort, drawing from lifelong experience with companion animals to provide empathetic care during veterinary visits.

Mikayla

Veterinary Hospital Assistant

Graduated from Douglas College in 2021 with honors. Animal welfare advocate with shelter volunteering experience. Specializes in patient handling and client education about preventive care practices.

Hailey

Veterinary Hospital Assistant

Recent graduate from Vancouver Career College with honors. Combines veterinary expertise with elite athletic discipline to provide focused patient care and efficient clinic operations management.

Questions

What species do you treat at Small Creatures Pet Clinic?

We provide veterinary care for dogs, cats, rabbits, and small mammals. Our team has specialized experience with both common and exotic companion animals.

Do you offer after-hours emergency services?

While we don't provide 24/7 emergency care, we offer after-hours house calls for humane euthanasia and refer urgent cases to The Animal Emergency Clinic of the Fraser Valley.

How do you handle fearful or aggressive pets during visits?

We use gentle handling techniques and can prescribe pre-visit sedation when needed. Our staff receives specialized training in low-stress handling to make visits more comfortable for anxious animals.

What preventive care services do you recommend?

We recommend annual wellness exams, age-appropriate vaccinations, parasite prevention, and dental care. Senior pets benefit from enhanced screening protocols during bi-annual checkups.

Can I schedule longer appointments for complex medical issues?

All appointments are booked for 30 minutes to allow thorough discussion and examination. Additional time is allocated when needed for complex cases or multiple concerns.

Do you provide referrals to veterinary specialists?

Yes, we maintain relationships with board-certified specialists in various fields and will coordinate referrals when advanced diagnostics or treatments are required.

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Ian Kromm

Dec 02, 2021 Report

We have reached out to Small Creatures and Dr. Snyder specifically to discuss our unsatisfactory experience via email about 2 weeks ago and have not yet heard a response - even after a follow up email was sent with a request for acknowledgement. We didnt want to reach out via social media but if our email is ignored or missed we wanted to provide an opportunity for you to respond. Here is a picture of the damage that happened to my cat. Now I know accidents happen but to blatantly call us out as being bad pet parents and just being so aggressive towards us because we re upset that you slashed

D. Mc

Feb 27, 2021 Report

One of the best vet clinics in the Fraser Valley. We moved from Alberta to BC and tried a couple different local vets who were either heavy on upselling or didn't read our dog's 9-year history. Dr. Snyder at Small Creatures Pet Clinic was kind, patient, and thorough! He took the time to collect and review our dog's medical history from 3 prior vets. Our dog has had ongoing skin issues where she would scratch until she bled or caused an inflamed ear. I am so grateful to have found this clinic. They also clip nails ! It's been a great experience.

Holly Cliffe

Dec 20, 2020 Report

There was a time when I took my pets to this clinic. I have a new pup now and most def will not go to Small Creatures. The Vet seemed good enough, but every single time I went there the upsell was overpowering. I began to not trust his advice because it felt like he was prioritizing $$$$ over veterinary services.

Laura Lumb

Nov 13, 2020 Report

Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Reliability,Responsiveness,Value
Ive had a few different Vets for my two cats over the past 12 years and since moving to Langley 4 years ago Jim and his gang have been the best. Jim is so thorough about every detail and really cares for your pet. Christine & Christina are also very caring and knowledgeable, I highly recommend!!