Medical grooming at Alta Vista Animal Hospital in Dunbar, Vancouver provides professional grooming services that go beyond the cosmetic. Our medically supervised grooming team performs procedures that require veterinary oversight, including sedated nail trims, medicated baths, dematting, and sedated shave services for dogs and cats who need a safer, more controlled grooming environment.
For pets who become highly stressed or aggressive during routine nail trims, sedated nail trims provide a safe and low-stress alternative. Light sedation allows our team to trim the nails completely and comfortably without causing distress to your pet or risk of injury to staff. Sedated nail trims are available for both dogs and cats. Our team will assess your pet's health before administering any sedation and provide post-sedation monitoring until your pet is fully recovered and ready to go home.
Medicated baths use veterinarian-formulated shampoos to address specific skin conditions in dogs and cats. At Alta Vista Animal Hospital, medicated baths are commonly used for flea and tick management as part of a broader parasite control plan, particularly for pets that cannot tolerate certain topical or oral preventive products. Our team selects the appropriate shampoo based on your pet's skin condition and ensures the bath is performed correctly to maximize its effectiveness. Both dogs and cats can receive medicated baths at our clinic.
Matted fur causes significant discomfort and can lead to skin irritation, infections, and restricted movement. Professional dematting removes mats safely without causing unnecessary discomfort to your pet. Our team works carefully through mats using appropriate tools and techniques, assessing the condition of the skin underneath as they go. Dematting services are available for both dogs and cats. For pets with severe matting, sedation may be recommended to ensure a safe and thorough outcome.
For pets with severe or extensive matting, those who are too anxious for a standard grooming session, or those requiring a full body shave for medical reasons, sedated shave services are available for both dogs and cats. Light sedation allows our team to perform the procedure safely and thoroughly while minimizing stress. The procedure is discussed with you in advance, including sedation risks and benefits, and post-procedure monitoring is provided until your pet is fully recovered.
Book a medical grooming appointment for your dog or cat at Alta Vista Animal Hospital in Dunbar, Vancouver. Call (604) 221-5858 or visit https://altavistaanimalhospital.ca/make-an-appointment/. We are open seven days a week.
