Me gusta mucho esta clínica , porque las chicas hablan español y son muy amables. Y los doctores…read moretambién muy amables atentos. Lo recomiendo. I really like this clinic because the staff speak Spanish and are very friendly. The doctors are also very kind and attentive. I recommend it.

A very caring staff doctors are amazing…read more they care for your pet like it's their own. They do understand that all pets have different needs.

We have been customers for a number of years and every single time we end up, waiting a minimum of…read more40 minutes, but normally up to an hour! This last time was the final straw: I got to chatting to some other dog owners and a cat owner in the waiting room and my dog's appointment was scheduled for 10:30 AM and we got there at 10:25 AM. I had to circle the parking lot and go back onto the main road numerous times before my appointment because there was no parking available. I still managed to get there five minutes early for my dogs very simple suture removal appointment. I ended up not leaving until 11:15 AM. While talking with the other pet owners, one lady mentioned that she was early for her appointment and that her dog wasn't supposed to be seen until 11:15 AM, to which the Kat owner said he was also early. Both her dog and the cat got seen before my dog's simple suture removal appointment which was scheduled 45 minutes before their pets!? That is absolutely unacceptable. Will be transferring all records to a more well, run and efficient practice.

I have taken my dog at this vet for 20 years, and they have taken care of the vaccinations as well…read moreas dental cleanings. In the past, they used to offer boarding, but not anymore..

I have been a client for 18 years, 2 chihuahuas, one poodle, one big yellow cat, all well cared for…read morehe is a skilled practioner. He put down the poodle, no issues. The day the cat was dying I called to take him in for the final curtain. An extra charge for 'emergency', the cat died in the garden while I was preparing him for Caring Hands. I thought that was unkind and disrespectful after all those years. I got a new cat from the shelter. She has hot spots, so I swallowed my resentment and called for an appointment. A 'deposit' was required because she is a 'new' animal.. It is 2026, I have been a client since Dec 2008. There are others, the Humane Society, Cares 4 Paws, Caring Hands, so much for him. He is good but not that f-good.

Get rid of the staff, and the Vet in charge! That's how they can improve. I went in because my…read morepuppy had an ear infection and to get his nails cut, the staff took him in the back and 10 minutes later they brought him back to the room where I was waiting, my poor puppy was gasping for breath,he kept pacing and he wouldn't let me comfort him and then he through up all over the floor. It broke my heart, I started to cry and asked them "what did they do to him back there?" Nobody said a word. The vet came back in and said to get him a tranquilizer and then gave my poor puppy a shot to calm him down. After a few minutes he finely started to calm down, and all they said is, "from now on your puppy needs a setitive before he gets his nails cut" I was furious! Then I was told to "pay at the front desk." I couldn't believe that I was charged over $300.00 dollars, because they had the nerve to charge me an outrageous amount for the shot they had to give him and in my opinion for using excessive force on him to cut his nails, and whatever else they did to him in the back. I will NEVER take any of my animals back to this Vet's office again.

-REAL HEROES!- IN AN…read moreEMERGENCY-THIS HOSPITAL IS THE ONLY ONE TO GO TO.... We were making dinner last week when we noticed that our dog was having trouble standing. So we jumped up to check on Him and start the search for what He might have gotten into. We searched the room that He'd come out of and spotted the unopened bag of candy laying on the floor... The candy He'd gotten into was a bag of candy that had Xylitol (Poison for dogs) in it. We were Horrified! So we jumped into action, called the closest Emergency Pet Hospital in Goleta, Ca. they were no help us...nor did they recommend a hospital that would. So we continued the search on our own...frightened that we wouldn't get Him there in time. We finally found a Pet Emergency Hospital in Santa Maria Ca. about 2 hrs away that warned us to get there as quickly as we could and they would wait for us. When we arrived, They had already spoken to Poison control and were all and ready to start on him. When we arrived, the woman behind the front desk was clearly waiting for us. So she alerted the Doctor on call who was ready and handed the bag of the Xylitol candy over to them to see exactly what we found. They were prepared and ready to work on getting the poison out of his system. Before his liver was damaged. We were pretty shaken by the time we arrived but they were amazing... they explained the process that they has to take and assured us that they would keep us apprised of how things were going and what would be next. We were immediately made aware of what was necessary to get him out of danger and what would come next. We were trying to breathe normally and act like grown ups but not sure we pulled it off. So we waited and told often how He was responding and what would be next, with time commitments, et al. The other thing that is really was the most impressive to us was the treatment that we were given throughout the entire visit. We've over the years, had dogs, cats, and not once did we see refreshments for those of us waiting for any news while the time passed. In an emergency situation, the last thing you think about is eating. But, there were chips, cokes, coffee provided to help us all get through the long night. The women here were comforting, positive, and available for any and all questions at any time. Talk about PROFESSIONAL....THEY ALL GET AN A+ So, with humble Gratitude and the ability to breathe without fear...... *TAKE OUR ADVICE! -Don't waste time going ANYWHERE ELSE-You're the MOST SAFE HERE! WITH SINCERE GRATITUDE AND RESPECT KATE, BRIAN AND MILO COWAN CARPINTERIA, CALIFORNIA THANK YOU!

I'm leaving this review because I hope my experience can spare other pet owners unnecessary time,…read moremoney, and stress. After my dog ingested a cord, she developed indigestion followed by significant discomfort when swallowing. To avoid the overcrowding at my local emergency veterinary hospital, I drove her to PETS, hoping she would receive timely, quality care. Unfortunately, my experience at PETS was one I wish I could have avoided. From poor time management and communication to feeling as though maximizing revenue was prioritized over appropriate patient care, the entire visit left me with very little confidence in the team. I understand that veterinarians are obligated to discuss all available treatment options. However, I also believe an experienced and ethical physician should use clinical judgment to recommend what is medically necessary rather than presenting every possible intervention when the ultimate conclusion remains the same. Had I not had a medical background, I believe my visit could have easily exceeded $2,000. I also felt pressured through fear-based conversations. Rather than using her experience to provide reassurance and guidance, Dr. Chu repeatedly emphasized worst-case scenarios and strongly encouraged hospitalization overnight. As the evening progressed and I witnessed repeated delays and poor follow-through, I lost trust in her recommendations and in the team's ability to care for my dog. I arrived around 5:00 p.m. I gave verbal authorization for subcutaneous fluids and chest X-rays early in the visit. However, the X-rays were not performed until nearly 7:00 p.m., and the fluids were not administered until I was preparing to leave around 1:00 a.m.--approximately eight hours after I arrived. Waiting more than five hours for treatment that had already been authorized was unacceptable. The experience left me with more questions than answers. After speaking with my primary veterinarian, I realized much of the uncertainty I experienced appeared to stem from a lack of confidence and clinical judgment rather than the complexity of my dog's condition. This experience added unnecessary stress during an already emotional situation. Thankfully, my nursing background helped me ask the right questions, advocate for my dog, and avoid additional expenses that I did not feel were justified. I hope this review helps other pet owners make an informed decision. No one should have to question whether their pet is receiving timely, appropriate, and trustworthy care during an emergency.

Dr Brenda is very insightful and she understands pet rescues and their financial constraints…read more If you want the best for your pet, go to Orcutt Vet Hospital.

After many years of taking my animals to Evergreen Veterinary Clinic, I eventually decided to get a…read moresecond opinion from Orcutt Veterinary Hospital--and I am SO glad I did. I was shocked when Orcutt Vet told me they could perform the same surgery for one-third of the price I had been quoted elsewhere. That was the moment I realized I had finally found a vet I could trust. Since then, I've brought my newest rescue dog in for an eye surgery, which again was priced very fairly. One thing I appreciate most is their transparency: they always explain which costs are essential and which are optional, and they have never made me feel guilty or ashamed when I've needed to stay within a budget. I have another surgery coming up for my cat, and once again the pricing is extremely reasonable. On top of all that, they gave my senior Cocker Spaniel mix what I call a "miracle shot" that completely stopped her itching. I had tried everything--different foods, shampoos, supplements--and nothing worked until this. If your dog struggles with itchy skin, I can't recommend this place enough. Orcutt Veterinary Hospital has earned my complete trust. They are honest, compassionate, affordable, and genuinely care about both pets and their owners. I'm so grateful to have found them.

Too hard to get an appointment even though we were not new clients. The business is clean.read more

Dr. Thiessen is an excellent vet. He cared for my 2 shih tzu dogs from puppies to their last days…read moreat 14 and 16yrs. He rescued my boy from a terrible skin allergy by actually sniffing his arm pit and sat with me years later when I had to make the decision to let my boy go. Everything I have gone through Dr Thiessen has always known what to do. I have 3 dogs now and just don't know where I will turn to once Dr. T retires, but I am thankful he has been available to my pups for so long.

The staff at this animal hospital showed my dog and my family so much kindness and compassion…read moreduring one of the hardest days of our lives. We had to make the heartbreaking decision to say goodbye to our beloved dog, and they treated her with such dignity, love, and respect. Everyone was patient, caring, and took the time to explain everything to us without making us feel rushed. They comforted us throughout the entire process and made an incredibly painful experience a little easier to bear. I will always be grateful for the empathy, professionalism, and genuine care they showed my dog and our family. Thank you for helping us say goodbye with peace and compassion. I highly recommend this hospital to anyone looking for a veterinary team that truly cares.

Unbelievably great service. From our first phone call, of course on a holiday weekend, to meeting…read morethe front staff, and the talented vet techs. EVERYONE was kind, soothing and eager to help. My 11 year old Chihuahua-terrier mix dislocated her hip, she was crying in pain, we were beside ourselves, unable to help her. My husband called around who was open on a holiday weekend, and we found Atascadero Pet Hospital. They immediately invited us in to their beautiful facility and put my baby under anesthesia and put her hip back in place. We took her home in a hip sling, and she did wonderfully. We only had to give her the pain medicine that they sent us home with the first and second night. Today was our follow up and the hip sling is off and now we all have to do is pray that keeping her contained for a few more weeks with careful handling, her hip will heal and not need further surgery. I just can't express how much gratitude I have to these kind people and how wonderfully they treated us. I especially want a shout out to a young man, I think his name is Juan, young man, very handsome and just so in tuned to everything we needed to hear and how to take care of her once we got her home. He went above and beyond to make us feel comfortable and assured us that we could call anytime of day or night if something happened that wasn't right or if my pet was in pain. I can't tell you how much this meant to us. Monkey is healing. We are so relieved to know that there are experts out there that will help us and be kind to our animals. Of course, the surgeon and the vets were amazing as well, so thank you to them and thank you for the time that they also spent with us explaining our options. And I just want to add, that those inaccurate reviews of this wonderful facility are likely hyperbole. Being a healthcare provider myself, for humans, I know, you can't make everybody happy. And you can't make miracles happen every time. There are many variables to consider when making a recommendation about options for health, and quality of life. It may not be an easy fix, and it may not be the best for the pet. And sometimes that's hard to hear. And, quite frankly, healthcare even if it's for a pet, is quite expensive. It's part of being a pet owner (or human). I was actually quite amazed that my dog had full-on anesthesia and her hip put back in place and a sling placed for such a reasonable amount. It was even less than they had quoted us and, they didn't ask to do a bunch of bloodwork and everything else ahead of time. They just took her to surgery and put her hip back in. Amazing! I stand behind what I said, these people are very mindful and compassionate in the work they do.

Twice we tried to get help for our dog at three different vet hospitals, including the Urgent care…read moretype pet hospital in Orcutt, when our dog was suddenly very sick, and both times no one had time for her. Twice, on the same occasions, we called the Santa Maria Hospital and Dr. Thiessen examined and treated her. He was chatty but thorough and his treatments worked. He is also very kind and knowledgeable. We are grateful to the doctor and his office for promptly seeing our dog when she was so ill. Here is a single doctor, unlike many offices with multiple vets, who found a few moments to take care of our pet.

It appears that Dr. Thiessen will finally retire as he is no longer accepting patients. This is a…read moreblessing.