Medical grooming at PoCo West Animal Hospital in Port Coquitlam is veterinary-supervised grooming for dogs and cats who need a safer, more controlled environment than a standard grooming salon can provide. Pets with significant matting, skin conditions, mobility limitations, or anxiety benefit from having their grooming performed in a clinical setting with sedation options available. Our team prioritizes your pet’s safety, comfort, and dignity throughout every procedure. We serve dogs and cats throughout Port Coquitlam and the surrounding Tri-Cities area.
Severe matting causes real discomfort. Mats pull on the skin, restrict movement, trap moisture and debris, and can conceal underlying skin conditions or parasites. When matting has progressed beyond what can be safely addressed without causing additional pain or stress, veterinary-supervised dematting is the appropriate approach. Our team assesses the extent of your pet's matting and discusses the safest plan, which may include sedation for severely affected animals. We use the least invasive method possible and focus on your pet's comfort throughout. No species restriction applies. We provide dematting for dogs and cats.
For pets with extensive coat concerns, severely matted fur, or medical skin conditions that require close skin access, a sedated shave provides a safe and controlled way to address the coat under veterinary supervision. Sedation ensures that your pet is comfortable and still during the procedure, reducing stress and the risk of injury from unexpected movement. Our team performs the shave carefully, assesses the skin condition once the coat is removed, and provides post-procedure guidance on coat care and monitoring. We perform sedated shaves for dogs and cats.
For dogs and cats who are extremely resistant to nail trims, who have a history of injury during the procedure, or whose nail length has reached a point of causing discomfort, a sedated nail trim provides a safe and effective solution. Under sedation, our team can trim the nails thoroughly, assess the paw pads and nail beds, and address any nail health concerns without causing stress to your pet. We also use the appointment as an opportunity to discuss ongoing nail care strategies to reduce the need for repeated sedated procedures over time.
Medical grooming is performed in a veterinary clinical setting by or under the direct supervision of veterinary staff. This allows us to use sedation safely when needed, to monitor your pet’s vital signs during the procedure, and to address any skin, nail bed, or coat conditions found during the appointment. It is the appropriate choice for pets with significant anxiety, severe matting, or medical skin conditions.
Pre-sedation assessment, which includes a physical examination and often bloodwork, helps us choose the safest sedation protocol for your pet’s age and health. Most healthy dogs and cats tolerate sedation well when properly evaluated first. We discuss any concerns specific to your pet before proceeding.
Book a medical grooming appointment for your dog or cat at PoCo West Animal Hospital in Port Coquitlam. Call (604) 554-1255 or book online at pocowestvets.ca/make-an-appointment/. Veterinary-supervised grooming for pets who need a gentler approach.
