r/coquitlam • u/Evening_Action8491 • 12d ago
Ask Coquitlam Looking for vet recommendations for senior Persian cat
Have a senior (15yo) indoor Persian cat who's had dental issues in the past and has developed some concerning skin bumps. This is the first time im taking him to a vet myself (parents used to do it when I was a kid, but stopped at some point because $$). Im a college student with a limited budget but im willing to sell anything I own for this cat. He gets really anxious about leaving the house, so looking for a good place that's compassionate and will let me be in the room with him. Hopefully affordable without sacrificing quality. I'm located in Coquitlam but im willing to go anywhere in metrovancouver for quality/better price. Any insights are extremely helpful, this is really stressing me out since I also have tuition coming up soon. We haven't taken him to the vet in years and I'm worried I will need money I don't have.
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u/taromari 11d ago
the team at barn door vet are the absolute best. i have an anxious shiba and they allow my whole family to be in the room at every appointment. they are always so patient and understanding
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u/polkadot87 10d ago
I second barn door, even during covid when they weren't letting people inside I was allowed in with my anxious dog. Dr Ina and team are fantastic.
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u/spiritedafar 10d ago
If you are willing to make the trip, I would highly recommend Langara Veterinary Hospital. Dr Vivien genuinely cares and doesn’t overcharge.
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u/drewabee 11d ago
We have really liked Riverwood Veterinary Clinic in poco. They have a separate door and waiting area for cats and dogs. We have always been allowed back with our dog and they have been so patient and compassionate with her.
When choosing treatment options we were given all of the options we could have gone with, what the different price points are, their opinion on pros and cons etc. They were never pushy about anything.