VCA Canada Central Saanich Animal Hospital

VCA Canada Central Saanich Animal Hospital Proudly an AAHA Accredited Hospital. We see all pets not matter their skin type, color or texture, whether they live on land or in water.

A healthy pet is a happy pet. That's why our team of trained professionals offer quality care for your companion. We know them inside and out, which means we know when things are good and when we need to pay more attention. Our hospital is here for you.

Miss Kenya snuck some quick Holiday Hat photos in this morning before her spay! If you are wanting some holiday photos d...
12/04/2025

Miss Kenya snuck some quick Holiday Hat photos in this morning before her spay!

If you are wanting some holiday photos done, we still have a few spots left on Saturday!

As the holidays approach, we want to notify you of our holiday hours. Please ensure you have adequate supplies of medica...
12/02/2025

As the holidays approach, we want to notify you of our holiday hours. Please ensure you have adequate supplies of medication and food for the holidays, as there are often shipping delays on orders arriving to the clinic due to our suppliers holiday hours. A good rule of thumb is to allow 5-7 business days for refills!

🚨 BREAKING NEWS: We’re Upping the Ante! 🚨Your generousity leading up to tomorrow has been nothing short of amazing, an...
12/01/2025

🚨 BREAKING NEWS: We’re Upping the Ante! 🚨

Your generousity leading up to tomorrow has been nothing short of amazing, and we feel compelled to match your energy!

To keep the incredible momentum going, and ensure every single dollar you give works even harder, we are adding an additional $5,000 to our Giving Tuesday matching pool!

That’s $5,000 more reasons for your dollar to go twice as far for Humane Canada this giving season!

Double your impact for animals 👉 https://bit.ly/4orZVmO

🐾 : Meet Maliki 🐾Maliki came to our VCA Canada Forest Lawn Animal Hospital team after living with a small mass for near...
11/29/2025

🐾 : Meet Maliki 🐾

Maliki came to our VCA Canada Forest Lawn Animal Hospital team after living with a small mass for nearly a year. In the month before his visit, the mass grew rapidly, ulcerated, and reached nearly 20 cm in diameter. By the time he arrived, it required immediate surgical intervention.

The procedure was complex. Myxosarcomas present unique challenges (they lack distinct margins), making complete removal difficult. Our team worked carefully to excise the mass and close the incision without tension, ensuring Maliki’s comfort and recovery.

Since his successful surgery, Maliki has returned for staple removal and is doing well. While the team over at Forest Lawn will continue to monitor the site for recurrence, the encouraging news is that this type of tumor rarely spreads to other locations.

Stories like Maliki’s are possible because of the generosity behind our program. This community giveback fund helps pet parents when they need it most, ensuring that pets like Maliki receive the care they deserve.💙

👁️🐾 Did you know vision loss in pets can be hard to spot? 🐾👁️ and are amazing at adapting! They use their sharp heari...
11/27/2025

👁️🐾 Did you know vision loss in pets can be hard to spot? 🐾👁️

and are amazing at adapting! They use their sharp hearing, powerful sense of smell, and memory of their home to compensate when their eyesight starts to fade. That’s why changes in vision often go unnoticed at first.

Here are some simple ways to make life safer and easier for your furry friend.
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11/21/2025

Ever wonder how your dog says “I love you” without words? It’s in the way they lean against you, follow you from room to room, or bring their favorite toy to you. Sometimes it’s just that look, the one that says you’re their whole world.

These little moments are their love letters. 💌🐶

👉 Watch the reel to spot the sweetest signs your pup is showing love.

Tag a fellow dog parent who knows this feeling! 🐕💙

As Canada faces more frequent , , and , has to include every member of the family — including our .🐾💙VCA Canada ha...
11/19/2025

As Canada faces more frequent , , and , has to include every member of the family — including our .🐾💙

VCA Canada has proudly joined up with Humane Canada, Mars, Incorporated, and Royal Canin to launch ’s first national program. Together we’re working to:

💪 Strengthen the readiness of humane societies and SPCAs across the country

🚨 Provide specialized training for first responders

🐕 Advocate for animals to be included in emergency planning at every level

Our goal is simple: to make sure pets — and the people who love them — are never left behind when emergencies strike.

Learn more about this initiative and how you can get involved👉 https://bit.ly/4i8cTod

Miranda Bailey, our hospital manager’s dog, had a big day today! She is part of Central Victoria Veterinary Hospital’s b...
11/19/2025

Miranda Bailey, our hospital manager’s dog, had a big day today! She is part of Central Victoria Veterinary Hospital’s blood donor program, and got the call today to be a hero! As a young, large breed dog, Miranda is the ideal candidate to be a donor.

As dogs have different blood types, Miranda has had her blood typed and tested for any infectious diseases prior to donating. Dogs can safely donate 10% of their blood volume at a time, and if needed can donate every 3 months. From Miranda’s point of view, it was a good afternoon of cookies and cuddles!

It’s ! 🐶🐱Part of our program, the and are all about making sure families don’t have to face pet parent hardships ...
11/14/2025

It’s ! 🐶🐱

Part of our program, the and are all about making sure families don’t have to face pet parent hardships alone. We bring quality food and veterinary medicine for dogs and cats directly into neighbourhoods, and we do it with empathy. No judgment. No questions asked, just support. Because we know that behind every pet is someone doing their best, and sometimes a little help makes all the difference.

These events are entirely run by VCA Canada staff and qualified volunteers with the support of generous donations from compassionate partners and aligned organizations in the area.

No matter the circumstance, all pets deserve quality food, medicine, and a supportive ear for their families. The human-animal bond, and the connection to the community, are at the core of all we do.

Check out our team at a recent Pantry event in and follow us on Facebook to stay up to date with these initiatives and the next public event .💙

Learn More: https://vcacanada.com/community-support

Cancer is a dominant cause of death in older dogs and cats, but early detection can make a huge difference.Here are a fe...
11/13/2025

Cancer is a dominant cause of death in older dogs and cats, but early detection can make a huge difference.

Here are a few ways you can support your pet’s health:
🕵️‍♀️ Know the signs 🕵️‍♀️
Lumps or bumps, sudden weight loss, changes in appetite, or unusual fatigue.

📅 Don’t miss your regular veterinary check‑ups 📅
Routine exams and screenings help catch problems early.

🖥️ Ask about diagnostic options 🖥️
Radiographs, bloodwork, and ultrasounds can provide clarity if something seems off.

💙 Focus on quality of life 💙
Treatment isn’t just about medicine. It’s about comfort, nutrition, and emotional support.

is about hope, prevention, and compassion. By staying informed and proactive, you give your furry family members the best chance at a long, healthy life.

‘Tis the season! Join us for the VCA Canada Central Saanich Animal Hospital’s annual Holiday Hats Photo Days. On Decembe...
11/12/2025

‘Tis the season! Join us for the VCA Canada Central Saanich Animal Hospital’s annual Holiday Hats Photo Days. On December 5 & 6, we will be photographing your pets in festive hats and holiday attire with all donations supporting Paw It Forward.

Appointments are recommended but drop-ins welcome.
Cats, dogs and exotic pets welcome! We require rabbits to be up to date on their RHD vaccine. Due to recent cases of Avian Influenza on the island, birds are unfortunately not welcome this year.

December 5, 2025 1:00PM - 5:00 PM
December 6, 2025 10:00AM - 2:00 PM.

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1782 Stelly’s X Road
Saanichton, BC
V8M1S8

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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+12506524312

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