4176 Meridian Street

Bellingham, WA 98226

(360) 758-2200

24/7 Emergency Care​

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BOUNDARY BAY VETERINARY SPECIALTY HOSPITAL

Specialty and emergency veterinary care in Bellingham, WA
Boundary Bay Veterinary Specialty Hospital, located in Bellingham, WA, offers specialty veterinary medicine and 24-hour emergency veterinary care in partnership with Animal Emergency Care. Our mission is to provide peace-of-mind to pet owners and critical care support to primary care veterinarians. We offer services in veterinary surgery, oncology, internal medicine, cardiology, advanced diagnostic and emergency care.

Services

Surgery

Board-certified surgeons and our highly trained team provide advanced surgical care to the highest standards using the most modern technology.

Oncology

Our mission through veterinary oncology is to give pet owners more good days with their beloved companion. You can count on our experienced, board-certified veterinary oncologists to create a customized, effective cancer treatment program for your dog or cat.

Cardiology

We are proud to provide board-certified veterinary cardiology services to dog owners and primary care veterinarians in and near Bellingham and north of Seattle.

Internal Medicine

Using an arsenal of specialized diagnostic tools and modern methods, our internal medicine specialists are trained to treat the most serious diseases and health problems that affect cats and dogs.

Animal Rehabilitation

We offer Animal Rehabilitation (similar to human physiotherapy) sessions with the goal of improving the quality of life for your pet by enhancing their recovery from orthopedic and neurological conditions, reducing and managing chronic pain, and promoting health and wellness.

Diagnostic Imaging

We offer ultrasound and other advanced diagnostics for dog owners, cat owners and primary care veterinarians.

24-Hour Emergency

Our knowledgeable team works together with the expert team of veterinarians at Animal Emergency Care to provide 24 hour emergency care for pet owners in and around Bellingham. No referral is required; walk-ins are welcome.

Hours

Specialty Referrals
  • Monday to Friday
  • 8am to 5pm
  • Closed on all major holidays
24-Hour Emergencies

Boundary Bay Veterinary Hospital Specialty (Bellingham), in cooperation with Animal Emergency Care, is open 24 hours, 7 days a week and we’re open on major holidays.

Directions

Address: 4176 Meridian St, Bellingham, WA 98226, USA (Google Maps)

We are located near the intersection of Westerly and Meridian streets on the northeast side of the intersection. The clinic can be accessed directly via the driveway off of Meridian street if you are traveling north on Meridian street. To access from Westerly street, head east as if going to the Holiday Inn Express. At the top of the hill just past Extreme Sports Grill, turn left into the Animal Emergency Care parking lot. We are in the same building with the same front door as Animal Emergency Care. We have lots of free parking.

Contact

Phone: (360) 982-0166

24/7 Emergency: (360) 758-2200

Fax: 1 (888) 867-6928

Email: bellingham@bbvsh.com

RDVMs: Request a specialty referral

OUR TEAM

Dr. Chamisa Herrera

DVM, MS, DACVIM
Board-Certified Oncologist

Dr. Jessica Knapp

DVM, MS, DACVS-SA
Board-Certified Surgeon

Dr. Geoffrey Hutchinson

DVM, MS, DACVS
Board-Certified Surgeon

Dr. Mark Harmon

DVM, DACVIM (Cardiology)
Board-Certified Cardiologist

Dr. PJ Hamel

DVM, MPH, Dipl. ACVR
Board-Certified Radiologist

Dr. Claire Johnston

DVM, Internal Medicine
Specializing in Internal Medicine

Dr. Allyssa Henderson

DVM, CVA, CCRP
Emergency Veterinarian & Certificated in Animal Physical Rehabilitation

Dr. Denise Petryk

DVM, MBA
Emergency Veterinarian

Dr. Kate Westcott

DVM
Emergency Veterinarian

Dr. Carl Johnson

DVM
Emergency Veterinarian

Dr. Emily Shields

DVM
Emergency Veterinarian

Lisa McElveen

LVT
Ultrasonographer

Tour Our Hospital

CHOOSE US FOR PEACE OF MIND

4 things we’d like veterinarians and pet owners in Washington to know
Open 24/7/365 for Emergencies

BBVSH Bellingham is open 24 hours for veterinary emergencies in cooperation with Animal Emergency Care. No referral or appointment is necessary; walk-ins are welcome.

We’re here when you need us

We are not a substitute for your family vet (in fact, we work with your primary care veterinarian as one team towards a good outcome). However, if your family vet is unavailable or can’t see your pet soon enough, you can count on us to help in times of need.

Specialists on Staff

BBVSH Bellingham has board-certified specialists in surgery, oncology, and cardiology. As well as professionals specializing in internal medicine & ultrasound. Our specialists also collaborate with other specialists in critical care, neurology, radiology and internal medicine.

Skip the drive to Seattle

Stay local, skip the 2 hour drive while ensuring your four-legged companion gets the gold standard of veterinary specialty care for your beloved companion.

More reasons

For referring vets, here are 7 reasons to refer your next case to us. For pet owners, here are 7 reasons to entrust us with the care of your pet.

A MESSAGE TO PRIMARY VETS

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EVERY PET

Gets treated as if they were our own

FINELY TUNED

For your pet's veterinary specialty needs

NO BARRIERS

Between us, primary care vets and pet owners

Reach Out to Us

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Referring Vets​

Primary care veterinarians are invited to request a referral to our specialty veterinary services on behalf of their clients. We view ourselves as an extension of your practice and our promise is to keep you in the loop regarding the care and treatment of your patient.

pet-owners

PET OWNERS​

You are welcome to contact us to inquire about a particular service or procedure and discuss estimates. If you are experiencing an emergency, please call us at (360) 758-2200 or come directly to 4176 Meridian St. No referral is required; walk-ins are welcome.

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Registration / Waivers

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FINANCING OPTIONS

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Alternately, call (360) 982-0166, fax 1 (888) 867-6928 or email bellingham@bbvsh.com

If you have an emergency, please call 360-758-2200.

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