Business Details
17 Years
experience
Emergency
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Your Trusted Partner for Quality Pet Care in Lake Echo, NS
Complete Care Hospital for Pets was founded in 2009 by Dr. Kyra Larkin and her husband Tom, driven by a shared commitment to compassionate animal care. Our mission is to deliver precise, effective veterinary services tailored to each pet's unique needs, emphasizing preventive care and wellness. With a team of experienced professionals, we offer comprehensive services including diagnostics, dentistry, surgery, and hospice care, both in-clinic and through mobile house calls.Our modern facility in Lake Echo, NS, serves the local community and surrounding areas, prioritizing client education and partnership in pet healthcare. We pride ourselves on fostering trust through transparency, personalized attention, and a deep understanding of the human-animal bond. Our dedication to continuous learning and community involvement ensures pets receive the highest standard of care throughout their lives.
Services
Health Care Plans
Dentistry
Surgery
Large Animal Care
House Calls
Hospice Care
Diagnostics
Details
- Year established: 2009
Highlights and features
- We offer 24/7 emergency veterinary services for urgent pet care needs.
- Our team provides personalized health care plans tailored to each pet's unique needs.
- Experienced professionals deliver both routine and advanced veterinary treatments.
- Mobile house call services bring expert care directly to your home or farm.
- We prioritize client education and partnership in managing your pet's health.
What people say
Friendly
Thorough once over
Top notch
Phenomenal patience
Fantastic
Services
Health Care Plans
Our health care plans provide proactive, budget-friendly preventive care for pets, including annual checkups, vaccinations, and screenings. Tailored to different life stages, these plans help prevent illness and ensure early diagnosis. Clients enjoy additional discounts while maintaining their pet's long-term health through structured wellness routines.
Dentistry
Professional dental services address bad breath, gum disease, and oral infections in pets. We offer routine cleanings, extractions, and advanced treatments to prevent systemic health issues from untreated dental disease. Early intervention improves pets' comfort and longevity while reducing future treatment costs.
Surgery
We perform routine and complex surgical procedures with preoperative screening and post-operative care. Our team prioritizes pain management and stress reduction for pets and owners during operations. Services include spaying/neutering, soft tissue surgery, and emergency interventions using modern anesthetic protocols.
House Calls
Our mobile veterinary service delivers comprehensive care directly to clients' homes or farms. This service benefits large animals, anxious pets, or owners with mobility challenges. Mobile visits include diagnostics, treatments, and wellness exams while minimizing stress for animals in familiar environments.
Hospice Care
Compassionate hospice care focuses on comfort for pets with terminal illnesses or advanced age. We provide pain management, nutritional support, and quality-of-life assessments while guiding owners through difficult decisions. The service emphasizes dignity and emotional support for both pets and their families.
People
Dr. Kyra Larkin
Veterinarian & Co-Owner
Dr. Larkin founded Complete Care Hospital for Pets in 2009 after graduating from Atlantic Veterinary College. She specializes in small animal dentistry and large animal care, combining clinical expertise with personal experience as a horse owner and rider.
Amanda
Operations Director
Amanda oversees daily hospital operations with a background in animal science and veterinary technology. Her career spans over a decade in clinical and managerial roles, ensuring efficient, patient-focused care delivery.
Kayla
Registered Veterinary Technician
Kayla joined the team in 2017 after graduating from Maritime Business College. She specializes in laboratory work, surgery assistance, and anesthesia management while maintaining a passion for continuous veterinary education.
Chlo Bramble
Veterinary Technician
Chlo graduated from Dalhousie's Veterinary Technology Program in 2020. Her interests include cytology and challenging medical cases, combining technical expertise with compassionate patient care in a dynamic clinical environment.
Lindsay Warnell
Veterinary Technician
Lindsay has over a decade of veterinary experience, graduating as a vet assistant in 2013 and earning her technician diploma in 2018. She returned to Complete Care in 2024 to focus on hands-on patient care and mentoring junior staff.
Questions
What veterinary services do you offer for large animals?
We provide comprehensive large animal care including routine checkups, vaccinations, dental care, and emergency services for horses and livestock at your location.
Do you offer after-hours emergency pet care?
Yes, our hospital provides 24/7 emergency veterinary services for urgent medical situations outside regular business hours.
How do your pet health care plans work?
Our wellness plans include annual exams, vaccinations, and preventive screenings tailored to your pet's age and health needs, with discounts on additional services.
Can I schedule a house call for my anxious pet?
Yes, our mobile veterinary service brings full diagnostic and treatment capabilities directly to your home or farm for stressed or large animals.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept major credit cards, debit cards, and cash payments for veterinary services at our Lake Echo clinic.
Do you provide end-of-life care for pets?
Our compassionate hospice care includes pain management, quality-of-life assessments, and emotional support for pets and owners during terminal illness.
