Academy Pet Hospital

Dr. Lee is friendly, highly communicative, knowledgeable and well-educated about animals. Her…read moretechniques are effective and affordable. I highly recommend Wagon Tails' services, no matter what type of pet you may have.

Very Caring and personal experience. The vet was awesome the person in the office on the phone was…read moreawesome. Very positive experience

Bernalillo County Animal Care & Resource Center

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We have been looking for a pet for several months. We saw this little girl online…read more I'm glad that we made the efforts to come and check her out. She probably wouldn't have been here tomorrow. Jacqueline, who helped us pre-adopt, told us that she had received calls about her. Emma Took her outside so we can get acquainted with her. All the staff is really helpful. This shelter is much cleaner than the city shelters. Our adoption will include a spay and vaccinations. It also includes a microchip.

The amazing folks at BernCo had been talking up the facility during the Sugar Skull Fun Run a few…read moreweekends ago and I just had to come see. I lost one of my pups a few months back and my other is lonely. I've been looking for another pup and decided to check out the facility. This new center is really nice, there is a ton of parking as it is kinda out there on its own. It is located about five minutes from El Modelo, just head south on 2nd from Bridge and it is super easy to find. They have a check in system and are trying to maintain social distancing by limiting capacity. You check in and then are free to walk through and meet the dogs and/or cats. If you see one you'd like to spend more time with, you just tell them and you can interact with them further. I found that they had some really great dogs and I could see they had a good amount of cats too. I met a really cute pup named Luna and even brought my pup to meet her but had some concerns, mainly how much larger he is than she was. Anyways, definitely recommend checking them out!

Lomas Veterinary Clinic

(20 reviews)

Dr flower and her staff is thee best !! I recommend her to everyone who owns a pet. She will go…read moreout of her way to take care of u and your pet member. Her staff is always friendly and always happy to work. Hands down the best vet clinic in Albuquerque

They like to hurt animals if they don't agree with you or opinions or thoughts. Doctor doesn't care…read moreeither but great vet tech you got there

Best Friends Pet Passings And Cremations

(24 reviews)

It's not easy saying goodbye to a puppy who's been your companion for almost 19yrs. Definitely a…read morespoiled daddy's girl. This increases the need to take special care to preserve Briar Rose's memory. Best friends was an immense help. With plenty of options we elected the private cremation with her remains returned to us in a wooden urn. We brought Briar home in less than a week. We also ordered a paw & nose print with a fur clipping. Throughout the process the staff was compassionate, understanding and considerate even with all of my changes & questions. It's been a heartbreaking week but made a little better.

They took good care of my Rico Ricardo. He was a 15/16 yo big brown Chihuahua mama's boy. He was…read morealso the man of the house. He died naturally and suddenly so I didn't go thru the pain of putting him down. The price was very reasonable for his private cremation, box, Paw print. Plus I got it back in less than 2 weeks. I hope I don't have to go thru this again for many more years.

Boofy's Best for Pets

(63 reviews)

Boofy's really is the best for pets! Both locations are fabulous, they have high quality food,…read moretreat and toy options. I really trust Boofy's to only supply top quality products that I trust my pet having. They also have a variety of supplements which I buy often!

my son purchased calming chews anticipating a rough night with his dog on 4th of July. turned out…read morehe didn't need them, dog was ok without them. unopened, he tried to return them and was refused! because it was for the 4th of July?? what difference does that make?? We won't be shopping here anymore.

Advanced Veterinary Dentistry

(9 reviews)

Can't say enough good about Dr. Breslin and her staff and practice! Everyone is kind and caring…read moreand you really feel your pup is in good hands. You can trust their judgement and recommendations.

Our family is completely impressed by Dr. Breslin and her staff. They are organized, professional…read moreand so very competent! Our little boy poodle was having dental problems and our very nice veterinarian could not fit him in his schedule for at least a month. So they recommended Dr. Breslin. Dr. Breslin took before and after photos of our dog's teeth so we are able view the color photo collage and actually see what had been wrong. Now his teeth are super clean plus the 5 painful teeth are extracted. He's much more comfortable today especially with the pain meds she gave us. It's just the little touches that make a huge impression such as the liquid pain meds that are already pre-measured and put in syringes. Dr. Breslin made it so much easier this way than if she had just handed us a bottle of tablets. She even personally called us a few times to check on our boy poodle after we brought him home. She obviously puts a lot of thought into the treatment of her patients and their human owners. We are so glad to have found her and we recommend her 100%.

Albuquerque Cat Clinic

4.7

(30 reviews)

Love it! We've been taking our cats here for a few years and they are excellent, honest pricing and…read morevery attentive.

I just love Albuquerque Cat Clinic! I wouldn't take my kitties anywhere else. Dr. Walker and Dr…read more McCardle are kind and thorough and are experts in their field!

Del Norte Animal Clinic

(47 reviews)

I've been taking my pets to Del Norte for decades. Usually wonderful, compassionate care…read more Unfortunately, the last three times I've called for something acute, they've told me I'd have to wait weeks for an appointment. I'm reluctantly searching for a new vet.

Horrible Reception untrained employees…read more Doctors very unclear about diagnosis Not the clinic it used to be .... If you disagree you are dismissed

Boofy's Best for Pets

3.9

This boofys is huge! It has 5 pet wash stations, a cat adoption area and an extensive variety of…read morefood, toys and pet products. I bring both of my dogs here to bathe them myself (Rio will NOT allow anyone to groom her)- and they always have same day appointments available! They provide the shampoo, conditioner and my favorite the doggy perfume spray! The water stays at the temp you want- (if you have done a self wash before you know how hard that can be)! And they give you your choice of bandana at the end. The staff is super helpful and kind, and their rewards program always ensures I have some dollars off everytime I shop.

We've been shopping at Boofy's since Covid hit, both locations. We come to the midtown location for…read morethe self-service dog wash. I have a a pretty large dog and love how accommodating they are. The staff is always friendly, are willing to help carry out any large bags, and my son loves to visit the cats. Finding a place that is affordable to wash your pets and you don't have to bring anything is wonderful.

Aztec Animal Clinic

4.5

(104 reviews)

Have utilized the clinic for over 15 years. Dr Boushelle is the vet to my two little doggies and…read morehe's excellent.

Excellent care and flexible appointments with urgent care hours. I would highly recommend itread more

Long Leash On Life

4.3

(66 reviews)

Knowledgable, friendly people with wide range of choices of healthy, filler/grain-free cat food…read more(and, I assume dog food too). Has made a big difference in our rescue kitty's initial stomach problems and coat. He loves the food!

this is my go to shop for my pups. They have a wonderful variety of food, toys, and other essential…read mores for cats and dogs packed into their small space. Really friendly people.

Puddles Dog Wash

4.5

(11 reviews)

This is a "self-serve" or better coined "self-suds" dog wash, which is an important distinction…read morefrom your average groomer. Reasons why a pet owner may prefer to wash their pup in person include, as stated on their website: + They have busy schedules and time constraints + They do not have enough dog grooming experience + They do not feel comfortable grooming their dogs themselves + They own multiple pets who require grooming + They own long-haired dog breeds + Medical conditions or injuries limit their movement and ability to bathe their dog + They have limited grooming space in their home and yard + It is easier than washing their dog in the bathtub or using an outdoor hose Our reason for checking it out: + Our short haired Terrier jumped into bed in the morning and dug his little snout under the covers, which was so adorably cute, we let him under the sheets completely, and when we finally got out of bed, we discovered a friggin' haystack of tan dog hair, holy Scarecrow does this dude shed. And our bathtub just doesn't do the trick. Puddles is the direct result of a small business owner, a groomer, who listened to her customer's requests. The venue charges on a sliding scale, from $5-$25 (depending on weight/size). Nail clips are $5. The dog stands in a small bathing bay, you spray the dude down, shampoo and wash (soaps are safe and all natural), dry with a shammy and finally, give 'em a blow dry (most dogs, including ours, hate that part). Employees stand nearby and assist as you request. Your dog stares longingly into your eyes, anxiety-ridden, whimpering, but at least you're someone he trusts. The shop offers other small bells and whistles like treats, accessories and a free bandana following the wash. They're also happy to post a Glamour Shot of your dog on their social channels. Oh, BTW, our dog was softer than we'd ever known, and shed-free for at least ten minutes.

Beyond legit. I have a super annoying dog who has refused to use the dremel at every groomer we…read morehave been to. But, at puddles the employee helping us out was extremely hands on and got the job done. I really appreciate what hard work they put in to get my dogs nails done. After a bath, they let you pick out a bandana which is just the sweetest thing.

Southwest Veterinary Medical Center

(46 reviews)

Do not be ridiculous Daniel, this is NOT a "vendetta" review. I was a client for over two decades…read moreand you allowed repeated inappropriate and unprofessional behavior from an employee. Alicia heard and witnessed Breanna's rudeness and I have to admit, a staff member barging into a room (without knocking) and aggressively confronting a client (rather than going to his/her supervisor) took my breath away when I had simply asked her name. Amazing that Daniel allows this type of behavior from an employee who threatened to quit repeatedly. IF this was a "vendetta" review Daniel, I would post about Scout. Leave it.

Relocated to the area and searched high and low for a new vet for my senior dogs, Coco and Jazz. I…read morecontacted several vet hospitals on the Westside and in Rio Rancho and simply never felt that any were a good fit until I made contact with Southwest Veterinary Medical Center! I initially submitted an online inquiry and was contacted promptly after submitting. The front desk/reception staff were kind, professional and very helpful. They listened to my needs and concerns and promptly scheduled appointments for my pups with Dr. Romero. After several appointments and interactions with the team and Dr. Romero, I cannot say enough great things! Dr. Romero truly loves what she does and it shows! She is extremely knowledgeable, professional, caring, compassionate and is a great communicator. Pricing is very reasonable, the facility is warm and inviting and CLEAN!!! Also, no idea what others are referring to about the admin staff and ladies that answer the phones but I've called over 20 with various people answering the phone and it's always a positive experience. I'd give this place 10 stars if I could!!

Manzano Animal Clinic

4.3

(53 reviews)

Been going there for years--mostly golden retrievers. Bri was always our vet , Now I have golden…read moredoodle and Holly takes wonderful care of her because she was at a different clinic and treated her broken leg when she was a puppy. There's no evidence that She ever had a broken limb. I'm so happy that she moved to manzano. Bri takes loving care of my old orange cat as she's been doing for all our "kids" over the years. I won't go to any other clinic.

Good: good care of animals in treatment options. No problem with that part with their function of…read morethe business actually is except for taking care of the customers that bring in there animals as noted below... Bad: they almost never answer the phone and you get this horribly long slow talking voice that you have to wait through 59 seconds before you can leave a message. But the really annoying thing is you can call back every 5 minutes and they'll never answer the phone. That's not a good business model if you ask me. They usually have two people up front and they don't have time to answer the phone?

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Christine M.

8 years ago

We were very pleased with the service we received from both the staff and Dr. Harris. All treated Ruby with love and care. They were very gentle with their approach to her and her comfort was their prime concern. Kuddos to Dr. Harris and her entire staff. read more

Terry T.

8 years ago

Dr. Harris has been taking care of my cats for over 20 years. Her and her staff's dedication to their care and my concerns has always been first rate. Their compassion when euthanasia was the only choice has always been appreciated. read more

Gayor P.

11 years ago

Great service! always treating animals well and gentle. very professional!

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