Veterinarians in Bellingham

“The entire staff is extremely kind, thoughtful and thorough. We are so grateful to have found this practice! We will soon add two more dogs to their list of happy clients. Thanks so much!“

“Amazing with our pet! From the moment we walked in, receptionist was friendly. Vet who asissted us was also very firefly and informative. Great place!“

“We’ve been taking our cats to Village Vet for the past few years, along with a few other kitties we’ve found on the street, and every single visit has been a great experience! We’ve come for yearly checkups, vaccinations, blood tests, illnesses, last minute (mild) emergencies, a spay, and more. They also provided us with a recommendation for a foot surgeon when our kitten needed a toe amputated. They are so versatile, while also making the process super easy.

Some of our cats are nervous at first, but the way the techs/VAs make them comfortable, play with them, and give them treats makes appointments go so smoothly. I brought our cat Marvin in a few days ago, and he genuinely had such a fun time, he probably can’t wait to come back!

I find their prices affordable, and we’ve even gotten discounts when bringing in multiple cats for their yearly visits. We also have pet insurance, and Village Vet always provides paperwork and bills in the exact way I need them. I have never felt pressured to pay or purchase anything, and they are very transparent when things aren’t necessary.

Shout out to Lee who has helped us out multiple times, and Annie who has been our VA quite a few times as well. They are both lovely people, hard workers, and individuals who obviously enjoy what they do. We’ve met many of the vets here and all of them have been very helpful and great at explaining everything.

I also love the way they treat pets in general. Pets are given your last name and are treated like family members. One time I arrived half way through an appointment (my partner was with the cats, and I came from work) and they said “your family is waiting in room two.” Obviously the big things are important, but the little things like that are what makes this place so great!

We’ve recommended this vet to many of our friends, and we will continue coming back!“

“After visiting many veterinary clinics in Ferndale, Lynden, Bellingham, Mount Vernon, and the surrounding areas, I can honestly say that Dr. Searle is one of the best veterinarians I have ever met.

Dr. Searle is incredibly thorough during his examinations, and his after-visit summary is by far the most detailed, well-organized, and easy-to-understand report I have ever received. In fact, I have never received an after-visit summary of this quality from any other veterinary clinic. It is educational, comprehensive, and genuinely helpful for pet owners. It goes far beyond simply summarizing the appointment. He includes practical advice on how to care for your pet at home, what to watch for, and how to support your pet’s recovery. His genuine love and compassion for animals are evident throughout every part of the report.

He took the time to answer every one of my questions with patience, kindness, and professionalism. His knowledge and experience gave me complete confidence that my dog was receiving the best possible care.

What impressed me the most is that he truly focuses on what is best for the patient rather than unnecessary costs. He never recommended expensive medications unless they were genuinely needed. Instead, he explained which medications could be purchased elsewhere if that would save money, and he shared practical, effective ways to care for my dog at home. That level of honesty, integrity, and compassion is becoming increasingly rare, and I appreciated it more than I can express.

His fees are also very fair, especially considering the amount of time, attention, expertise, and education he provides. The visit was worth every penny.

The veterinary technicians are just as kind, compassionate, and caring, which speaks volumes about the culture Dr. Searle has created. An exceptional team reflects an exceptional leader.

Thank you, Dr. Searle, and your outstanding team. Your compassion, professionalism, integrity, and dedication to both your patients and their owners truly set your practice apart. I wholeheartedly recommend Dr. Searle to anyone looking for exceptional veterinary care.“

“Took my puppy today for her first vaccines and the staff is wonderful, Dr. Perry was incredibly kind and informative. Very reasonable puppy package for the vaccines!“

“Extremely compassionate and knowledgeable staff here. I have never had a better experience at a vet and appreciate them immensely. Best care and attention to detail my cat has ever received from a vets office (and I’ve been to a lot of different ones!)“

“I can’t recommend this place enough! Honestly it’s the best vet care I’ve ever had for my little dude. If you want vets and staff who listen and treat your pets as members of your family then this is the place to go. A million stars for you guys. Sad to have to move but if in find myself back in the area in will be bringing Forrest back to see you guys. Thank you!!“

“My cat is petrified of vets. It takes every ounce of emotional strength for both of us to go to a veterinary facility. But everytime I have taken Tux to Dr.Day, I have been able to go in with him, calm him down and stay with him until he is sedated and calm. I feel totally comfortable leaving Tux in his care and I love how they care for him. Now, Dr Day's ultrasound imaging is thorough and precise. He covers everything in detail and its easy to understand. He can definitely do a proper job with accuracy and professionalism. I highly recommend Larabee Animal Medicine for your pets ultrasound needs.

Thank you Dr DAY,

Tux's Dad“

“Absolutely would go back again. Our pup jumped out our bedroom window and we are not from here. They took her in that day immediately and gave X-rays finding out she broke her leg and they put a rush on surgery and even made sure the next day that all was stable but it wasn't so they had to go back into surgery free of charge and fix it also they kept her for 4 nights to monitor her and make sure she was well before we brought her home. I would definitely recommend anyone to this vet and would come back again if needed.“

“We were grateful that the Village Veterinary Hospital was able to examine our cat on short notice. Dr. Foote and Annie Muller were thoughtful, knowledgeable, communicative, and caring. We’re visiting the area, and they went out of their way to get our cat’s health history/records from our veterinarian back home and used them to help with diagnosing her problem.“

“I have been bringing my aging dog to Karen for several years now. She is wonderful! So kind, and her treatments really seem to help. I recommend her.“

“Maplewood has been our vet for the last 7 years and we have always been very happy with their level of care and service for our dog. Six years ago we moved an hour away but still made the drive to Maplewood -- until recently when we had to find a local vet for monthly allergy shots. Our dog is currently experiencing leg paralysis and the local vet is scheduling 2 weeks out. We called Maplewood and got an appointment next day. Dr. Dunbar was compassionate, knowledgeable, took her time, and did a thorough examination, including x-rays, and suggested it was a neurological issue, which all made sense. Enter Misti, the most amazing person you'll ever come across at a vet's office. She helped us find a specialist, coordinated with records transfer and referral, all at lighting speed and with the most compassionate heart. She is superwoman rockstar and I'm so grateful for her, Dr. Dunbar, and all the staff at Maplewood.“

“I have a severely reactive dog and I wasn't sure how visits to the vet could ever go well for him. I told the staff at Fairhaven Vet his issues and they put together a game plan. I was very pleased and impressed how smooth the visit went. I took my boy back to get neutered and they handled it so well. The staff is very kind and understanding toward difficult dogs. Life with a reactive dog isn't easy, but Fairhaven Vet took excellent care of him and put me at ease. There's no question I will be going to Fairhaven Vet for all my pet needs.“

“Beyond impressed with the staff here at Bellingham Veterinary. They were able to fit my girl in same day as out of towners when she hurt her leg & had a severe limp. They were very informative during the whole visit & even let me stay in the office while my pup was sedated for xrays. They were understanding when I asked for my vet records to bring to my vet back home & emailed them to me while I was there!“