Amherst Veterinary Hospital

Our Hospital

Amherst Veterinary Hospital

was established in 1987 and has been providing the highest quality Veterinary care to the the communities of Kitsilano, Dunbar, Point Grey and the west side of Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada throughout that period. We are a full facility hospital with the capability of providing the full range of diagnostic, therapeutic and surgical treatments. Our hospital houses a waiting area, Nutritional centre, Reception desk, 3 exam rooms, a general treatment area, dental suite and Xray, positive pressure surgical suite with electrocautery, direct digital Xray room with state of the art archiving system connecting to the exam rooms, Ultrasound, Pharmacy, Library, Isolation room, Grooming and Kennel areas.Watch our online Virtual Tour to get a better appreciation for our facility.Our Vancouver Animal Hospital is located on the corner of Alma and 4th Avenue, where Kitsilano and Point Grey meet. We gladly welcome clients from the Dunbar area, UBC and surrounding neighborhoods within the lower mainland.

Our History

Amherst Veterinary Hospital originally opened its doors on Dunbar Street in 1987.   We were located on the corner of Dunbar and 26th Avenue and have many fond memories of our days with the Dunbar community.  In 1996 Amherst Veterinary Hospital relocated and expanded its practice to its present location on Alma and 4th Avenue.Although we have moved from Dunbar Street, we have been very fortunate to retain our Dunbar clients and maintain those relationships with our wonderful clientele.Going back in Time – Dr. Grant Cumberbirch started his career as a Veterinarian on Dunbar.  He began practicing as a veterinarian at the Dunbar Veterinary Hospital (on Dunbar and 39th) and spent six and half years there under the tutelage of Dr. Rex Mears.We are saddened to see that the Dunbar Veterinary Hospital is no longer operational. Our Amherst Veterinary Hospital is proud to continue providing Veterinary care to the Dunbar Community and their beloved pets.