Dawson Street Veterinary Clinic is proud to have been serving the health needs of pets and their pet-parents in the Burnaby BC area since 2012. Pets who visit our clinic are cared for by Dr. Darla Cabanas, a caring, compassionate, and experienced veterinarian. Our clinic team is small and just like an extended family to our patients and their families.
We treat our patients with positive attention and compassionate care at every visit.
We treat our patients with positive attention and compassionate care at every visit.
Services
Health Certificates: for travel or daycare, See Pet Export for International Health Certificates. Pet Food: Royal Canin Veterinary Diet, Hill's Prescription Diet, Purina Veterinary Diet, Rayne, etc. Other pet foods may be available by special order; please call for more information. Our appointment book is computerized which allows us to efficiently make appointments for you and your pet.
When you are looking for a veterinary care clinic you should be able to count on compassionate care and excellent service. We at Dawson Street Veterinary Clinic in Burnaby BC have assembled a caring team of veterinary professionals to bring you excellent healthcare for your pet. We have a clean, comfortable, and inviting veterinary facility.
Payment is due when services are rendered, if an estimate has been provided, you you may also pre-pay for medication, and even food/treat orders for an easy pick-up process. We have the ability to accept payments over the phone for credit cards. Yes, reimbursement from pet insurance usually occurs after you have paid the clinic in full and depends on whether the issue is covered based on any pre-existing conditions and your policy.
With any pet, comes the responsibility of care throughout its lifetime. Sometimes unexpected costs arise and an option to help owners with these expenses is having pet health insurance. There are different types of plans with each pet insurance company, so it will be beneficial to you to look into which plan best suit your family's needs.
Having to find a boarding facility to leave your beloved pets may be difficult, but what better way is there than having them stay with your local veterinary clinic? We will be honoring our current requests but unfortunately, we will no longer be accepting any new boarding requests.
At Dawson Street Veterinary Clinic, not only can you be assured that your pets will receive the love and care from fellow animal lovers but as well as professional veterinary treatment if any unexpected situations should occur.Our staff have the compassion, knowledge and ability to take care of your pets.
At Dawson Street Veterinary Clinic, not only can you be assured that your pets will receive the love and care from fellow animal lovers but as well as professional veterinary treatment if any unexpected situations should occur.Our staff have the compassion, knowledge and ability to take care of your pets.
Reviews (10)
Ravneet Grewal
Jan 14, 2022
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I have had both good and bad experiences here.
The good: Dr Darla and her staff are every nice and welcoming. For routine visits like shots I have no complaints and would give 5 stars. Dr Darla is patient and answered all my questions.
The bad: I have brought my dog in a few times now with issues and my concerns were always dismissed as "everything looks normal". A few times now I have spent upwards of $100 per visit just to be told there is nothing wrong and have to visit another vet for diagnosis and treatment.
The good: Dr Darla and her staff are every nice and welcoming. For routine visits like shots I have no complaints and would give 5 stars. Dr Darla is patient and answered all my questions.
The bad: I have brought my dog in a few times now with issues and my concerns were always dismissed as "everything looks normal". A few times now I have spent upwards of $100 per visit just to be told there is nothing wrong and have to visit another vet for diagnosis and treatment.
Izzy Sato
Nov 27, 2021
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Critical: Professionalism, Reliability
We used the vet for a few years but changed our vet recently. One of our dogs had a spot removal there, but the spot came back straight away. The other vet said Dawson vet didn't remove the spot properly. The other dog had a stone inside her tummy, but they didn't tell us when we took her to a checkup. Also, they always mess up bills.
We used the vet for a few years but changed our vet recently. One of our dogs had a spot removal there, but the spot came back straight away. The other vet said Dawson vet didn't remove the spot properly. The other dog had a stone inside her tummy, but they didn't tell us when we took her to a checkup. Also, they always mess up bills.
Amanda Wong
Sep 23, 2021
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Absolutely phenomenal service. I switched to Dawson street clinic from another vet and I was blown away by how nice the receptionist and vet were. The vet took LOTS of time to go over everything with me as a first time dog owner during my puppy’s shots and health check up. She answered all my questions, gave me recommendations, and was very transparent about the costs of different options. The vet did not push me to get unnecessary testing done
Turgut Akmete
Aug 23, 2021
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They made mistakes in the paperwork we requested, waited and paid for. When the government agency veterinary called them and pointed out their mistakes, I and my wife were blamed. We were rudely turned down when we demanded prompt action on their part, having to wait 2 more days. Instead of any apology, we were denied service for having called them out. We had paid almost 300$ for the paperwork. We had to change flights and our family was forced to be separated as we move to another country, while we complete and correct the work at another vet. Not mentioning additional costs of changing itinerary
Judy Zhong
Jul 31, 2021
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Best vet I’ve ever been to. Took my cat Melo there and I was 10 minutes late, but they still treated me with great kindness. The tall receptionist was so polite and asked if I had any other concerns beside an annual check up. Which no one had asked me before. What made this place so wonderful was the doctor does not push what wasn’t needed to be done and answered all my questions in detail. She gave her honest opinions and isn’t there just to grab your money. She base your pet’s lifestyle and living conditions to determine what is needed for them. Not like another vet I’ve been to despite
Belinda Paularose
Jul 30, 2021
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First time I went the brown lady at the front desk was extremely rude. I understand if someone's having a bad day but deal with it on your own time , do not take it out on the clients. The nail trim was $25. I've been to other places where they charge $19 max for both cats and dogs. when is asked her how much it is for a dogs nail trim she said the same amount $25. The next time I went in I got my dogs nail trimmed and it came to $36. I was shocked and mentioned that last time she said it was $25. She didn't seem to care nor do anything to fix the problem. Wont be coming back. Way too over priced
David Chandler
Jun 25, 2021
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I used to bring my dog Waldo to this veterinarian when I lived in the neighbourhood. He was always treated kindly and gently.
We moved to the Sunshine Coast about 2 years ago and so we had to find a new vet in the area.... But it just wasn't the same.
Waldo recently passed away of kidney failure at the age of 11. I'd like to sincerely thank the team for their care.
We moved to the Sunshine Coast about 2 years ago and so we had to find a new vet in the area.... But it just wasn't the same.
Waldo recently passed away of kidney failure at the age of 11. I'd like to sincerely thank the team for their care.
Thunderverna
Jun 09, 2021
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I love this vet and so does my cat. They are so nice and really show their love for animals 🤗 in every thing they do.
There is also a boarding facility here for cats ( and dogs, on a different floor) and my Pooh feels so comfortable that she doesn't want to leave when I come home! I just feel like she is so safe and happy while she is with them... which for a pet parent is HUGE.
Highly recommended.
There is also a boarding facility here for cats ( and dogs, on a different floor) and my Pooh feels so comfortable that she doesn't want to leave when I come home! I just feel like she is so safe and happy while she is with them... which for a pet parent is HUGE.
Highly recommended.
Kristine Acab
May 16, 2021
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Dr. Darla and the receptionists were very kind right when my boyfriend and I came in with our puppy. We were searching for a good vet, and I’m happy I listened to the reviews as Dr. Darla was very patient with our pet and answered all the questions we had. We walked out feeling informed and happy with the appointment! They were also quick to send our pups updated medical record through email afterwards too. Thanks Dr. Darla and the team!
Fereshteh Ayoubzadeh
Apr 19, 2021
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