The Bow River Veterinary Centre is a long-standing practice located in the beautiful community of Canmore, Alberta. Our team has worked diligently to provide high quality and compassionate veterinary care for cherished pets in the Bow Valley and surrounding areas. For over 20 years, our clients and patients have travelled to us from Canmore, Banff, Calgary, and nearby B.C. towns to receive the pet care they know they can depend on.
We understand that your pet is an extended member of your family. For this reason, our team of experienced veterinary practitioners and knowledgeable support staff are dedicated to providing you and your four-legged friend with the best veterinary care possible.
We understand that your pet is an extended member of your family. For this reason, our team of experienced veterinary practitioners and knowledgeable support staff are dedicated to providing you and your four-legged friend with the best veterinary care possible.
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Moving into spring with warmer temperatures we begin to think about your pet's increased parasite risks. This is often an invisible problem where infection isn't detectable to the naked eye, low infection levels cause subclinical disease and environmental contamination is invisible. With recent changes to restrictions on businesses, we have made some important updates to our operating policies.
For after-hours emergencies, please contact McKnight 24 Hour Veterinary Hospital by calling 403.457.0911. They are located at 34-5010 4th Street NE, Calgary, Alberta, T2K 5X8. For booking inquiries, please specify your preferred dates & times and provide any information that will help us better serve you and your pet! OR If you wish to book an appointment, please give us a call or use our Request an Appointment Form.
At Bow River, we are happy to see pets of all shapes and sizes! Please call us about booking an appointment for your pocket pets. We are happy to see your furry friends for annual wellness exams as well as sick exams. Signs that your pet may need an appointment include sneezing, coughing, not eating, diarrhea, poor hair coat or lumps.
In recent years, smaller pocket pets such as rabbits have become more popular with animal lovers in all places, including our community here in Canmore. Although they are considered "less maintenance" than their feline and canine counterparts, rabbits still require constant care and treatment to maintain their health.
Congratulations on becoming a first-time pet owner! Along with the excitement and happiness that a new pet brings into the home, a new pet also comes with a huge responsibility. Whether you recently got a new puppy/kitten or adopted a pet in-need of their forever home, Bow River Veterinary Centre is here to help you navigate your experience as a dog or cat owner.
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S.
Nov 08, 2021
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David(my cat) was born in July 16 of 1997 In Canmore Alberta his home town. He is survived by his dad Steven David passed away peacefully in Canmore at the veterinary clinic on June the 02 , 2018, He was 21 years of age. Thanks to His former family Dr Dave Brace, all the new staff
David was able to continue his life fighting many health battle over the years. Aldo been living in Banff for the last 5 years David has peacefully passed away at the Canmore veterinary clinic under the supervision of Dr Carol Blake and his Daddy at his side till the very end. DAVID DAD WILL ALWAYS LOVE YOU FOR ETERNITY
David was able to continue his life fighting many health battle over the years. Aldo been living in Banff for the last 5 years David has peacefully passed away at the Canmore veterinary clinic under the supervision of Dr Carol Blake and his Daddy at his side till the very end. DAVID DAD WILL ALWAYS LOVE YOU FOR ETERNITY
Jhef Guevarra
Oct 16, 2021
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Lauren Turner
Sep 12, 2021
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I have been a pet owner for most of my life therefore I have ample vet experience. I would like to say that if you have a pet that you want the best and most thorough care as well as great customer service then Bow River Vet Centre is the place to go! Owner respect and consideration is just as important as pet care. Bow River Vet Centre is great on communication- clear and concise, as well as they are very upfront regarding their charges. I absolutely recommend this centre to all pet owners!
Kristie Schneider
Sep 11, 2021
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After moving to Canmore we needed a vet and couldn’t be happier with the treatment my dog received at Bow River Vet. The staff was kind, patient and above all, compassionate. My chi x hurt her back somehow and was in a world of pain. I am grateful to have found such a wonderful group of people to care for my little one.
Zoe O.
Aug 31, 2021
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These ladies are great, their pre and post care is unmatched.
They always call to check in and really treat your pet as their own!
We’ve had a few really bad experiences with vets but since coming here it’s been nothing but great!
We live in Golden BC and travel the 2 hours for all our dogs care, that’s how much we love these ladies !
They always call to check in and really treat your pet as their own!
We’ve had a few really bad experiences with vets but since coming here it’s been nothing but great!
We live in Golden BC and travel the 2 hours for all our dogs care, that’s how much we love these ladies !
Devin Bartley
Aug 16, 2021
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Paul Murphy
Apr 28, 2021
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Totally understand the policies related to COVID and having to drop our pup off for its shot. However, this was our first visit and it would have been nice to have at least been introduced to the vet who took great care of our puppy. We only know who the vet was based on the name on the invoice but it would have been nice to at least have been introduced and we could have thank the individual personally. Other than that very good service.
Pamela Milthorp
Apr 19, 2021
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Positive: Professionalism, Quality, Reliability, Responsiveness
My boy had a major knee surgery and the staff, surgeon and veterinarians have been absolutely amazing. He is always bouncing with happiness to see them and he is taken such great care of. They are all so professional and toleratant of his craziness and energy. Thankyou for healing our boy.
My boy had a major knee surgery and the staff, surgeon and veterinarians have been absolutely amazing. He is always bouncing with happiness to see them and he is taken such great care of. They are all so professional and toleratant of his craziness and energy. Thankyou for healing our boy.
Kristin
Apr 12, 2021
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Efficient and friendly. It was my first time bringing my cat in and they made the experience easy. I also has the misfortune of needing to call them afterhours and the person I spoke with was forthcoming about the expected 6-8h wait time and offered to provide me with phone numbers for other options to check for quicker emergency services.
Ryan Costley
Dec 14, 2020
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I was able to get my dog in on short notice because I noticed an issue with her that I was concerned about. The staff and the Dr. at the clinic were extremely accommodating, were able to do everything they needed to do to properly diagnose and treat her during her visit and before the weekend. I was given a descriptive explanation of what was wrong with my dog so I would understand what was going on. She was sent home with antibiotics and triggers to look for if the medications were not addressing the issue. She is in great shape today and I attribute it to the fast and thorough care she was given
Princy Waghdhare
Sep 14, 2019
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Hershel L.
May 14, 2019
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Stephanie Duranceau
Dec 25, 2018
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Nearly 7 years ago, I moved to Canmore with my dog. I slept in a park and giving her up was not an option. I went there crying and desperate... They gladly helped me with boarding and later helped me with other procedures like the amputation of her deformed paw. They treat clients and animals like family and THAT is the spirit at Bow River Vet. I am forever grateful to them and I always recommend their clinic to anyone searching for an awesome vet.
Cyndi Laird
Aug 31, 2018
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Tabi N.
Aug 15, 2014
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I love the Bow River Vet Centre,
I've had two dogs who I took here within the last 10 years and I only have positive feed back.
When my dog was 3 months old she was always lethargic and low energy, wouldn't go for walks or anything. Would only eat and sleep and I took her to the Canmore Veterinary Centre after my old dog had died thinking I wanted to see how the other vet office would be. But after continuously taking her there the guy vet didn't know what was wrong with her and kept prescribing all this random medication that I don't know what it was and none of it worked
I've had two dogs who I took here within the last 10 years and I only have positive feed back.
When my dog was 3 months old she was always lethargic and low energy, wouldn't go for walks or anything. Would only eat and sleep and I took her to the Canmore Veterinary Centre after my old dog had died thinking I wanted to see how the other vet office would be. But after continuously taking her there the guy vet didn't know what was wrong with her and kept prescribing all this random medication that I don't know what it was and none of it worked
Esther L.
Aug 12, 2010
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We had to go away for a 2 week trip and boarded our dog at Bow River. We've been to the vet here and our dog has stayed here before for day care. Everyone here is so friendly. Our dog, has no problem going in, sniffing around and making himself at home. The first time he stayed here, he tried to climb out of the crate, so they let him wander around (in the back, not in the store front). He's very social and he learned to love everyone. A great place, but book well in advance. They fill up quickly.