Boundary Bay Veterinary Specialty Hospital

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Boundary Bay Veterinary Specialty Hospital

Moments matter! We are located in Surrey BC, and serve metro Vancouver and all of BC.

We offer specialized veterinary care and 24/7 emergency and critical care services to provide peace-of-mind to pet owners and to support primary care veterinarians. Our board-certified specialists offer services in emergency and critical care, surgery, internal medicine, cardiology, neurology, oncology, dentistry, behaviour medicine, diagnostic imaging, and animal rehabilitation. As a certified VE

CCS Level I facility and a Level II VetCOT Trauma Centre, we are capable of handling even the most critical, life-threatening emergencies and trauma, with specialists on staff and on-call to handle any medical or surgical issue your pet may be experiencing. From the time your pet arrives, to the care they receive during their stay with us and the follow-up after they go home, our goal is to get your pets back spending more precious time with you – after all, it’s these moments that matter most.

09/05/2026

Boundary Bay Veterinary Specialty Hospital is open 24/7/365, including holidays and times when other vet clinics may be closed.

As a VECCS Level 1 certified hospital, we're equipped to handle critical emergencies and trauma, with specialists on-staff and on-call around the clock. Emergency walk-ins are always welcome.

📍 Centrally located just off Highway 1, approximately 30 minutes from anywhere in Metro Vancouver

For more information, visit https://bbvsh.com/ or call us at (604) 514-8383.

09/04/2026

Pain is more than a symptom?

Pain serves an important biological purpose. It alerts the body that something is wrong and encourages us—or our pets—to protect an injured area while it heals.

However, pain that is severe, prolonged, or left untreated can become a medical problem of its own.

Scientists now understand that ongoing pain can actually change how the nervous system processes painful signals. Over time, the body can become increasingly sensitive, making pain more difficult to control and recovery more challenging.

This is one reason why veterinary medicine has increasingly focused on preventing pain before it becomes established, rather than simply reacting once a pet is already uncomfortable.

By minimizing pain early, veterinarians can often improve healing, reduce stress, encourage normal movement, and help pets return to their usual routines more comfortably.

To learn more about pain prevention in modern veterinary medicine, visit: https://bbvsh.com/blog/pain-prevention-management-dogs-cats/

09/03/2026

Spotted: Dr. Erika Pugh, one of our board-certified cardiologists at Boundary Bay Veterinary Specialty Hospital 🐾

Here, she's fitting her handsome boxer patient with a take-home cardiac monitoring vest, which records heart activity over an extended period so our team can detect abnormalities that might not show up during a short in-clinic visit.

It is a small step that can make a big diagnostic difference.

09/02/2026

🐕 September is Animal Pain Awareness Month 🐕

Pain is something every pet owner hopes their dog or cat never experiences. Most people think of pain management as something that happens after surgery, following an injury, or once a medical condition has already been diagnosed.

But one of the biggest advances in veterinary medicine over the past several decades has been a shift in thinking: the best pain management often begins before pain becomes established.

During Animal Pain Awareness Month, veterinary professionals around the world are highlighting an important message championed by the International Veterinary Academy of Pain Management (IVAPM): pain should be anticipated, prevented whenever possible, recognized early, and treated appropriately throughout a pet's life.

At Boundary Bay Veterinary Specialty Hospital (BBVSH) Surrey, pain management is not limited to one service or one medication.

Whether a patient is recovering from surgery, receiving cancer treatment, living with arthritis, healing after trauma, or managing a neurological condition, our specialists work together to develop individualized pain management plans that support healing, comfort, and quality of life.

For our full guide on how modern veterinary medicine helps prevent pain in pets, visit: https://bbvsh.com/blog/pain-prevention-management-dogs-cats/

08/28/2026

Spending time with your dog in a pool or lake this weekend?

While Swimmer's Tail isn't always preventable, a few simple steps can reduce the risk.

💙 Gradually increase activity levels at the beginning of summer

💙 Avoid sudden bursts of intense exercise after periods of inactivity

💙 Allow regular rest breaks during long swimming sessions

💙 Keep dogs well-conditioned for athletic activities

💙 Monitor for signs of fatigue during outdoor adventures

Dogs that have experienced swimmer’s tail once may be more likely to develop it again, making prevention especially important.

If your dog develops a suddenly limp tail, appears painful, stops wagging normally, or shows any signs of discomfort after swimming or vigorous activity.

Although swimmer’s tail is usually temporary and resolves well with appropriate care, it is important to ensure that a more serious injury is not being overlooked.

At Boundary Bay Veterinary Specialty Hospital, we know how important summer adventures are for dogs and their families.

While swimmer’s tail itself does not require surgery, it is important to have a suddenly limp tail evaluated by a veterinarian because fractures, dislocations, neurologic disorders, and other painful conditions can appear similar.

If your dog develops a limp tail after a day at the lake, beach, or trail, our team is here to help determine the cause, provide appropriate treatment, and ensure they get back to feeling their best.

08/26/2026

Although first aid cannot replace veterinary treatment, there are several situations where appropriate action can help stabilize a pet before arrival at the hospital.

🐾 Bleeding 🐾

If a pet is bleeding, applying gentle direct pressure with a clean towel, gauze pad, or bandage may help slow blood loss during transport.

Minor nail injuries can sometimes bleed significantly despite appearing relatively small. Applying direct pressure is often helpful while veterinary advice is sought.

🐾 Heatstroke 🐾

If a pet has suffered heat-related illness, move them to a cool environment, apply cool—not ice-cold—water, and seek immediate veterinary care. Ice baths and ice packs are generally not recommended, as they may interfere with effective cooling.

Because heatstroke can continue causing internal injury even after a pet appears improved, veterinary evaluation remains essential.

For additional first aid tips for CPR, eye and wound irritation, why preparation matters and more, visit our Pet First Aid guide: https://bbvsh.com/blog/pet-first-aid-knowing-what-to-do-before-you-reach-the-veterinary-hospital/

08/25/2026

Behind every patient is a whole lot of this 💻

Charting, coordinating, communicating, the work that happens at these computers is just as important as what happens in the treatment room.

Our team keeps things moving around the clock so that every patient gets the care they need, when they need it.

08/24/2026

Most pet owners have heard of tetanus, often referred to as “lockjaw,” but many are surprised to learn that dogs and cats can develop the disease as well.

Fortunately, tetanus is relatively uncommon in companion animals. Dogs and cats are naturally more resistant to tetanus toxin than humans and horses, making the disease less frequently diagnosed. However, when tetanus does occur, it can be a serious and potentially life-threatening neurologic condition that requires prompt veterinary care.

For pet owners in British Columbia, where dogs and cats spend much of the year hiking, exploring trails, visiting parks, and enjoying outdoor adventures, understanding the signs of tetanus can help ensure early recognition and treatment.

Our board-certified team of critical care and neurology specialists are highly trained in diagnosing and treating complex and serious illnesses like tetanus, and are on staff and on-call 24/7 to provide expertise in this type of diagnosis.

To learn more, visit our latest blog, which includes the causes of tetanus, whether cats and dogs are equally affected, the signs of tetanus and more: https://bbvsh.com/blog/tetanus-in-dogs-and-cats-recognizing-the-signs-of-a-rare-neurologic-emergency/

08/22/2026

August 22nd is Take Your Cat to the Vet Day! 🐾

(Calling for an appointment for another day counts!)

Just like how humans should routinely see a dentist or general practitioner, today serves as a loving reminder to bring your cats to their vet for a regular check-up when possible - even if they aren't showing any external signs of pain or illness.

While we don't do regular wellness checks for pets here at Boundary Bay Veterinary Specialty Hospital, we do work closely with our family veterinary community to make sure that we can provide the specialized medicine your pets need when your family vet identifies an issue.

If you ever aren't sure about something related to your pet or their health, call and ask - that's what your friendly neighbourhood vet is there for.

Here are just some of the essentials you may want to consider when asking about your kitty's health routines and vet visit frequencies:
🐱 Physical examinations
🐱 Immunizations
🐱 Lab & bloodwork
🐱 Flea, tick or ear mite prevention

Your cat will thank you!

08/20/2026

Skin Disease Is Not Always an Allergy

Although allergies are common, they are only one piece of the dermatology puzzle.

Some pets develop bacterial or yeast infections that cause significant inflammation and discomfort. Others may suffer from parasitic skin disease, chronic ear infections, or less common immune-mediated disorders in which the immune system mistakenly attacks the body's own tissues.

Hair loss, or alopecia, can present another diagnostic challenge. While some itchy pets lose hair because of inflammation and self-trauma, other patients experience hair loss without significant itching at all.

In these cases, veterinary dermatologists may consider a broader range of possibilities, including hormonal or metabolic disorders, genetic conditions, immune-mediated disease, and other underlying medical problems.

This is why persistent skin disease often requires more than symptom management alone.

For more information, visit When the Itching Won't Stop: A Specialist's Perspective on Skin Disease in Dogs and Cats: https://bbvsh.com/blog/when-the-itching-wont-stop-a-specialists-perspective-on-skin-disease-in-dogs-and-cats/

Address

10436 173rd Street
Surrey, BC
V4N5H3

Telephone

+16045148383

Website

https://www.bbvsh.com/

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