TRUSTED RESOURCES FOR PET OWNERS
Our Pet Wellness Library is here to guide you, offering trusted information, tips, and recommendations drawn from our own experience and care. Everything we share is meant to support you and your pet, helping you make informed choices with confidence and peace of mind.
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Afterhours
Emergency Service
Our Vetwise service offers a 24/7 virtual triage service, where Registered Veterinary Technologists assess your pet’s situation and either connect you with a B.C.-licensed veterinarian for a virtual consultation or guide you to the appropriate in-person emergency facility. We recommend VetWise as the first call for after-hours emergencies.
VET WISE 24/7 VIRTUAL PET CARE
Financing
Payment Plans
We partner with iFinance Petcard to help you spread the cost of your pet’s care over manageable monthly payments.
Applications are quick, with approvals in minutes, and iFinance pays Tsolum directly. Use their online calculator to estimate monthly payments, and be sure to select Tsolum Veterinary Hospital (2624 Merville Road) when applying.
All you need to know about the health & wellness of your pets
Vancouver Island Veterinary Emergency Hospitals & Coverage
Mahalo Veterinary Hospital
Location: #3–5767 Turner Rd, Nanaimo, BC V9T 6L8
Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM | Sat–Sun 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Phone: 250-824-1444
Note: Call ahead for urgent care; staff will guide you.
WAVES West Coast Animal Veterinary
Emergency Hospital
Location: 947 Langford Parkway, Victoria, BC
Phone: 778-432-4322
Open 24 hours
Central Island Veterinary Emergency Hospital
Location: 6550 Metral Drive, Nanaimo, BC
Phone: 250-022-0012
Hours: Mon: Open 24h Tue: 12:00 AM – 8:00 AM
Wed–Thu: Closed Fri: 8:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Sat–Sun: Open 24h
Note: Call ahead to ensure prompt attention.
Central Victoria Veterinary Hospital
Location: 760 Roderick Street,Victoria, BC
Phone: 250-475-2495
Open 24 hours
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