We're Transforming Animal Healthcare!

More than $1 million in new technology is helping the RAPS Animal Hospital catapult vet care into and exciting new era of care.

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These diagnostic and treatment technologies and equipment have been donated to us by some of the world’s foremost animal health technology companies, who are inspired by the RAPS model of community-owned, nonprofit vet care.

Revolutionary new technologies now available include:

• Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT): Exclusive to Metro Vancouver
• Class IV Laser Therapy: For enhanced healing and pain management
• GE Ultrasound System: Real-time internal imaging without radiation, ideal for pregnancy checks, cardiac evaluations, and GI diagnoses
• Heart Monitors & Oxygen Cages: For continuous, stress-free respiratory therapy
• Full-body and Dental X-ray Machines: For thorough diagnostics
• Advanced Anesthesia and Surgical Equipment
• Comprehensive In-House Diagnostic Suite

Our in-house diagnostic capabilities enable rapid, precise evaluations without the need for external labs, empowering us to offer in-clinic:

• Blood Work: Panels for organ function and disease detection
• ​Urinalysis and Fecal Tests: To detect infections, kidney issues, parasites, and more
• Cytology and Microscopy: For identifying infections, tumors, and abnormal cellsr identifying infections, tumors, and abnormal cells
• Radiology & Ultrasound: Imaging for internal injuries, organ health, and heart function
• Electrocardiography (ECG): For diagnosing arrhythmias
• Rapid Snap Tests: Screening for parvovirus, FIV, FeLV, heartworm, Lyme disease, and others
• Coagulation Testing: Crucial for surgery preparation or suspected clotting disorders
• ​We are also among the first hospitals in Canada to install the IDEXX inVue Dx™ Cellular Analyzer. This advanced system provides near-instant, high-precision cellular analysis from a small blood sample—delivering results within minutes and enabling early detection of cancer, inflammation, and infections.

Our veterinary team is also experienced in a wide array of procedures including:

• Soft tissue and orthopedic surgeries (fractures, cruciate ligaments, luxating patella)
• Advanced dental surgeries
• Skin, abdominal, ENT, and ophthalmic procedures
• Microsurgeries: Utilizing precision instruments for intricate operations

We understand the financial strain families face, especially in one of the world’s most expensive regions. At RAPS:

• No one is denied care due to financial hardship
• We offer the only no-interest veterinary payment plan in B.C.
• We've delivered more than $6.5 million in subsidized veterinary care to families in need
• Monthly specials and discounts on surgeries and dental care make treatment more accessible
• Our VIP Program offers exclusive benefits for members
• ​Our MyVetStore online shop offers home delivery of pet food and supplies, with proceeds supporting RAPS programs
• Through mobile “pop-up” clinics, we bring care to underserved communities like Vancouver’s Downtown Eastside, helping both animals and their human companions—especially in cases of homelessness, natural disasters, and crises.

Thank You for Making It All Possible
Everything we’ve achieved—and everything yet to come—is thanks to you, our dedicated supporters. Because of your belief in our mission, RAPS continues to be recognized across British Columbia for excellence in veterinary care, community service, and compassion.

Let’s celebrate this journey together—and continue building a brighter future for animals and the people who love them.