Emergency & Critical Care

Posted On: April 5, 2023

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Emergencies

Posted On: April 5, 2023

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In case of emergency  Supported by veterinary specialists Our emergency veterinary team consists of highly experienced practitioners that together bring a diverse skill set to our department. The intensive care doctors and the emergency veterinarians, along with our team of dedicated and highly-trained technicians, ensure that an appropriate team of doctors is available to provide […]

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Pet Owners

Posted On: April 5, 2023

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Our mission at Canada West is to provide the best possible outcome for each patient entrusted to our care. We serve the small animal community of the West Coast with some cases coming to us from as far as Yukon and Alaska. We will try at all times to respect the emotional well-being and financial […]

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Terms of Use

Posted On: April 5, 2023

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Terms and conditions of use By accessing this site, you signify your agreement with and understanding of the following terms of use and legal restrictions relating to both this website and the material within it. This website is provided by Canada West Veterinary Specialists and Critical Care Hospital (referred to as ‘Canada West’, ‘we’, ‘us’ […]

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RVT Month – October 2019

Posted On: October 7, 2019

Categories: Pet Care

October is Registered Veterinary Technicians month, a time of year when the veterinary community recognizes Veterinary Technicians and their contributions and commitment to compassionate, high-quality veterinary care. This is a valuable time to acknowledge our hard working support staff and to help you learn more about the important role Vet Techs play in veterinary medicine. […]

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When The Vet’s Dog Has Cancer – Part 2

Posted On: July 7, 2014

Categories: Case reports, Oncology

By Dr. Laurence Braun, ER + Critical Care Specialist [Editor’s Note: Earlier this year, Canada West Veterinary Specialists’ Dr. Laurence Braun experienced first-hand the range of emotions and considerations that our clients encounter as pet-owners of an animal in need of advanced care when her own dog was diagnosed with a fast-growing form of cancer. […]

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When The Vet’s Dog Has Cancer – Part 1

Posted On: June 17, 2014

Categories: Case reports, Oncology

By Dr. Laurence Braun, ER + Critical Care Specialist [Editor’s Note: Earlier this year, Canada West Veterinary Specialists’ Dr. Laurence Braun experienced first-hand the range of emotions and considerations that our clients encounter as pet-owners of an animal in need of advanced care when her own dog was diagnosed with a fast-growing form of cancer. […]

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Palm’s recovery

Posted On: November 2, 2010

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Palm was at our hospital yesterday to get her sutures removed from the 2nd surgery.  We are happy to report that the surgery was successful.    The key to success in such wounds is to go back to surgery when the underlying tissues are not infected.  This is problematic when the skin is not intact […]

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Guide dog dragged by skytrain sustains severe injuries

Posted On: October 3, 2010

Categories: In the Media

Authored by Dr Laurence Braun Palm, a blind woman’s guide dog, was involved in a tragic accident last Thursday. When she was suddenly caught by the automatic closing door,  Palm was dragged by the Skytrain to the end of a station, striking a pole. Fortunately, a staff member from Burquitlam Animal Hospital happened to be […]

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Pet Transportation

Posted On: March 13, 2024

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Canada West Veterinary Specialists and Critical Care Hospital uses Peace of Mind Pet Transport to transport patients from hospital to hospital, to and from the ferries, and to and from the airport as needed. Peace of Mind is owned and operated by certified Animal Health Care Technician Julie Bryson and is fully equipped for transport of […]

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1988 Kootenay Street, Vancouver, B.C. V5M 4Y3
T: 604.473.4882 | F: 604.473.4898

We are located in Greater Vancouver beside the Trans Canada Highway (Highway 1) — one block south of the 1st Avenue exit (EXIT 27) from Highway 1

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