Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Veterinarians in Vancouver Since 1946
Since 1946, Kerrisdale Veterinary Hospital has been a trusted provider of comprehensive veterinary care in Vancouver. As a family-run clinic led by Dr. Michael Dodds and a team of experienced veterinarians, we combine decades of expertise with a deep commitment to animal welfare. Our services span routine checkups, vaccinations, advanced surgeries, and emergency care, supported by state-of-the-art facilities and diagnostic tools.We prioritize preventive care, nutrition, and life-stage wellness, ensuring pets receive personalized attention from initial visits through long-term health management. With a focus on transparency, client education, and compassionate treatment, we serve as a reliable partner for pet owners across British Columbia and beyond.
Services
Checkups
Vaccinations
Surgeries
Dental Care
Radiology
Lab Work
Emergency Care
Boarding
Grooming
Nutritional Counseling
Details
- Year established: 1946
Highlights and features
- We have over 75 years of experience in veterinary care.
- Our family-run clinic prioritizes personalized, compassionate treatment.
- We offer advanced surgical and diagnostic services on-site.
- Our team includes certified veterinarians with specialized expertise.
- We provide 7-day emergency care availability during clinic hours.
Associations and certifications
- Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (MRCVS)
Services
Pet Vaccinations
We provide essential vaccinations to protect pets from preventable diseases like rabies, distemper, and leptospirosis. Our protocols follow updated guidelines to ensure long-term immunity. Vaccinations are tailored to each pet's lifestyle and risk factors, including indoor vs. outdoor exposure.
Animal Surgeries
Our hospital offers spaying, neutering, and advanced soft tissue and orthopedic surgeries. Procedures are performed using isoflurane anesthesia with continuous monitoring of vital signs. Post-operative care includes pain management and recovery supervision by experienced staff.
Dental Care
We provide comprehensive dental services, including cleanings, extractions, and oral health assessments. Digital X-rays and COHAT (Comprehensive Oral Health Assessment and Treatment) ensure thorough diagnosis and treatment of dental issues to prevent systemic health problems.
Emergency Care
We accommodate emergencies during clinic hours for critical conditions like trauma, poisoning, or severe illness. Our team stabilizes patients with immediate interventions, including diagnostics and hospitalization when necessary, ensuring rapid response to life-threatening situations.
Lab Testing
In-house lab facilities enable bloodwork, urinalysis, and cytology for quick diagnosis. We utilize telemedicine to consult specialists for complex cases, ensuring accurate results for conditions like diabetes, infections, or organ dysfunction to guide effective treatment plans.
People
Dr. Michael Dodds
Veterinarian
Dr. Dodds graduated from the University of Glasgow with a BVMS degree and joined the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons in 2000. He leads the clinic with expertise in companion animal medicine and surgery.
Dr. Janette Craven
Senior Associate
Dr. Craven specializes in equine and companion animal care, bringing extensive experience from mixed veterinary practice. She focuses on internal medicine and surgical procedures for cats and dogs.
Dr. Michelle Chen
Veterinarian
Dr. Chen earned her veterinary degree from the University of Melbourne with distinction. She specializes in companion animal care, emphasizing preventive medicine and client education for optimal pet health.
Questions
What services does Kerrisdale Veterinary Hospital offer?
We provide checkups, vaccinations, surgeries, dental care, radiology, lab testing, emergency care, boarding, and nutritional counseling for cats, dogs, and other pets.
Do you offer emergency veterinary care?
Yes, we accommodate emergencies during clinic hours for critical conditions like trauma, poisoning, or severe illness. Call ahead for urgent cases.
Why are pet vaccinations important?
Vaccinations prevent life-threatening diseases like rabies, distemper, and leptospirosis. We follow updated protocols to ensure immunity and comply with legal requirements for pet safety.
What are your boarding facility requirements?
Pets must be up-to-date on vaccinations and flea control. Our facility offers climate-controlled spaces with supervised outdoor access for dogs during their stay.
How do I schedule an appointment?
Call us at 604-266-4171 to book an appointment. We also accept walk-ins for emergencies during clinic hours.
Reviews (4)
Robin Jones
Dec 29, 2021
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Covid protocols are a bit of a pain. Can't accompany pet into clinic. Line up outside. Dr calls on phone after exam. Then you pick up pet. Running about 15 minutes late from appointment time, so cold wait. Can be long lineups. Street parking. Dr seemed competent on phone, but as 1st time client would have been nice to meet. No problem entering clinic and mingling to pay bill lol. Kool-aid drinkers?
David Drezdoff
Oct 25, 2021
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Long standing member of the kerrisdale community. Great service, excellent care for our pets. Would highly recommend.
Ritsa Vlahos
Aug 17, 2021
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I love this place! Its been there forever! Very kind and helpful staff. My cat loves getting her nails done.
Nate T.
Oct 29, 2020
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Very thorough explanation. Staff and Vet super friendly. My puppy Bandit had a great experience there.
