Juan De Fuca Veterinary Clinic

Every interaction we have had with members from this Vet has been outstanding! From our first time dropping in to register our family/pup, to coming in to get his nails trimmed, to the amazing puppy package (12 and 16 week shots, etc.) everyone was friendly and helpful. Our vet, Blythe, was amazing with our young puppy. He didn't even make a sound as she gave him his shot. Blythe was very helpful for first time puppy owners like us. The technician who trimmed our puppy's nails was also incredibly gentle and kind. Amazing experiences. I would recommend this place to anyone and everyone!!! Read Less

Best Veterinary Clinic on the Westshore!! Have used Juan de Fuca Vet for several years. We had our precious "Minnie" cat for 17 years before we had to have her put down. They were very compassionate and went the extra mile during the loss of our pet. We now have 2 rescue cats "Piper & Moka" and we also take them there. We know they will receive excellent care. All of the veterinarians & staff are very friendly, courteous & caring. Love dealing with Juan de Fuca Vet! Read Less

Love this vet. Been there a few times with both our cat and dog. We have dealt with multiple staff and vets and have never had a bad experience. Our cat recently became ill after hours and we had to take it to the vet hospital rather then this clinic. The hospital charged over 3X what this clinic did and did not fix the problem with our cat. 2 days later we took the cat to this clinic. This clinic kept the cat for half the time the other place did, charged us less then a 3rd of the cost and our cat is doing 20X better just one day later. We didn’t realize how lucky we were with this vet office until we were forced to go somewhere else. Both my husband and I HIGHY recommend this clinic to anyone. Read Less

Our very fragile 18 year old cat, Willow, became dramatically ill at 9:30 pm on a Friday night. We did not have a local vet and on a friend's recommendation, I called the Clinic at 8:30 am Saturday. The front desk staff were wonderful and told us to bring her in without an appointment and to have her file from across the city faxed to them. Wonderfully caring, gentle and pragmatic Dr. Sara MacTavish saw Willow by 9:30 that same morning. She was scanned, given sub q's, an antibiotic and anti-nausea injection. We were home by 12:00 and she raced for her food bowl. They could have turned us away. They could have given us an appointment later in the day or next week. Instead, they fit us in right away even though it was our first visit. We may not have been clients before but we are now. Thank you to all the staff at Juan de Fuca Veterinary Clinic.Read Less

Mixed experiences with different staff. One vet told us one thing, another vet told us the complete opposite. The first vet we saw seemed very inexperienced. It felt like she was regurgitating textbook answers at me for every question I have. Read Less

We recently took two pets (Cat & Dog) for their 1st check-up at this veterinary clinic. We were very impressed with the staff and their treatment of our pets. Mostly we loved that there was no pressure to up-sell unnecessary vaccinations (ie. kennel cough treatment for our dog that is rarely around other dogs). Previously, we had a 14 year old cat was very sick and we suspected was near it's end. The vet that we dealt with didn't push expensive tests that he felt likely would not change the prognosis. Nice to have this business close to home. Read Less

My family has been taking our fur babies here for as long as I can remember, and they treat us like family. I can't express the amount of happiness and sadness they have seen us through; they're the shoulder when you need it, the laughter when you couldn't find it in yourself, the light at the end of the tunnel, and the voice of reason when your heart is irrational. Most recently, they took my Simba and made him feel like his old self when I was afraid I'd lose him. If you go to any other vet, you're insane.Read Less

If your pet is as important to you as ours are to us you wouldn't think of taking them anywhere else. If it's something serious they will make the time to get you in. Axel love them all and he has seen several vets there.Read Less

I took my cat Angel to the vet tonight for a check up. When we were leaving she got out of her crate and got underneath my car. Three staff spent nearly 30 minutes trying to help find her and get her back in her crate. I can't thank them enough for their time and effort. Very much appreciated. Read Less

Love the veterinary office but find it can be a little overwhelming to have different vets meeting with your animal over the same issue. Our dogs love the vet there, and we have always had our issues resolved and addressed thoroughly, will return for sure :)Read Less

I cannot get over the generosity and love that Juan de Fuca Veterinary Clinic has given Yota and us. Unfortunately Yota's injury was really badly timed and we were unable to pay the full cost for surgery. They covered approx. $800 of our vet bill (also thanks to Cat's Protection League) for Yota's front leg amputation. When we picked up Yota yesterday after his surgery and some time to calm down (he reacted badly to the meds and was fighting causing his new wound to bleed) they gave us 7 cans of high end cat food (the vet, Dr. Margaret Cairns, told the receptionist to charge it to her account) that is specially made to help healing cats. As of about 5 minutes ago the Clinic called me to say that Cat's Protection League has donated another full case of this cat food to us. It makes me so overwhelmingly happy that people out there care for complete strangers and this poor little cat. You always hear bad, skeptical things about vet clinics trying to rip people off, etc, but Juan De Fuca Veterinary Clinic really cares. I highly 100000% recommend them to anyone under any circumstances.Read Less

I absolutely love the vets here very caring and if you have any questions or concerns they will answer them and help you with your concerns.Ashley the lady that deals with weight management is awesome and my kahlua loves her she has been very helpful with Kahlua's weight issues and has been able to see Kahlua on a monthly basis to make sure he is on track .They are also very reasonably priced for there services.I will definitely be continuing to come to this vet hospital and will be giving there number to friends that need a vet. Read Less

These professional folks are so caring and gentle. Each visit our dog has been cared for fast and very professionally. Today our little guy had an eye abrasion and ear infections, we did'nt have an appointment scheduled, they accommodated Teddy within an hour! Amazing service by Dr. Bill Krc, I am very highly recommending this clinic and the staff for your pet. Read Less

Juan De Fuca Vet has taken such great care of my Nala, as well as easing my mind on an almost daily basis. They did a mature spay on her to deal with her pyometra, as well as everyone putting up with my daily phone calls to ask a new question. Nala is now expected to make a full recovery and I can finally get a good nights sleep knowing she's been given the best care! All of our pets are always treated like royalty there and we couldn't be more thankful for the great care that they always give. The vets, vet techs, receptionists.. all of you are beyond amazing, thank you for everything! Read Less

Phenomenal. I took my 5 yr-old Doberman to Juan De Fuca Vet Clinic for the first time to address what I thought was a torn ligament in his hindquarter. Dr. Gayfer saw K.O. and immediately brought him in for x-rays. He went over the x-rays with me informing me of the different issues occurring in his hind leg, including the development of an incredibly aggressive type of cancer. I was absolutely devastated to say the least. He and his staff were exceptional in showing compassion to our situation, and guided me through my options, and the next steps. Upon leaving, Dr Gayfer even offered to personally help get K.O. into the car. Over the next few days, I discussed amputating the leg and putting K.O. on chemo with Dr. Gayfer. He called me between my home and work, went over the costs (openly and honestly, which was greatly appreciated), and the fact that there was no guarantee of time. He advised me do an additional xray to ensure the cancer had not spread. He booked us in immediately. He sent the x-rays off to a specialist to ensure K.O. was cancer free in his lungs. Again, he called me personally to let me know the results came back clear and his amputation was booked. Dr. Gayfer and his staff were incredibly helpful, informative and treated our delicate case with sensitivity and empathy. The day after the surgery, both Dr. Gayfer and his on-site Technician called me separately to check in on K.O., and after viewing several photos I had emailed, Dr. Gayfer arranged his technician to personally drop off medication to my home. Later that evening, Dr. Gayfer called again, from his home, on his day off, to request to see K.O. to ensure his discomfort was being fully addressed. He opened up his clinic at 5:00pm that very evening, which happened to be Christmas Eve and did all that he could to help my dog. Regardless of my K.O.s success on his treatment plan, I know he is being treated by the best veterinary team. I couldnt speak more highly of Juan De Fuca Vet Clinics professionalism, expertise, and above all else commitment to the well-being of animals. They are everything a vet should be and I would without question, recommend their clinic to any animal lover. Thank you for all you have done for my family!Read Less