VCA Canada Ross Bay Animal Hospital

Vets in Victoria

This listing veterinary care for dogs and cats with a compassionate, professional team. The clinic is known for attentive staff and experienced veterinarians who prioritize animal welfare during treatment and end-of-life care.

  • Address: 1286 Fairfield Rd, Victoria, BC V8V 4W3, Canada
  • Phone: (250) 381-7767
  • Website: Visit website
  • Rating: 4.4 out of 5 (110 reviews)
  • Category: Vets

Ross Bay Animal Hospital sits on Fairfield Rd near Saxe Point Park—convenient spot if you're in that area already. It's a 4.4-star clinic that gets solid feedback overall, though worth knowing what you're walking into. The vets here (Dr. Harmonie and Dr. Jackson get mentioned specifically) have a track record with end-of-life care and handling emergency situations well. Staff reputation is consistently professional and actually listens when things go sideways, which matters when you're stressed about your dog.

That said, recent reviews flag a shift toward heavy diagnostic testing before prescribing treatment for routine stuff like UTIs and ear infections. One person got frustrated because they wanted straightforward meds for obvious problems but got pushed toward cytology and lab work instead, which added time and cost. If you want quick, clinical judgment calls on common issues, this might not be the move. But if you prefer thorough diagnostics and don't mind the extra testing and expense, they'll give you options and explain everything. Call ahead on hours and availability—they're strict about that.

The location works if you're already heading to Saxe Point or nearby, so it's not a total detour. Bottom line: Ross Bay's competent and genuinely cares about animals, but they lean diagnostic-heavy. Go in knowing that. If the vet recommends extensive testing for something that seems straightforward, ask directly whether treatment without the extra tests is an option—don't just assume it's necessary.

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