This was our first time using Elegant Poodle and the service was great. Will visit again .read more

They absolutely take great care of all 5 of my golden doodles.love the owner is very professionalread more

As you can see, I'm fairly inactive with reviews. HOWEVER...this review must be shared…read more We evacuated for what we thought would be a 2-3 day "evacucation" from hurricane Ida. Our oldest son lives in Birmingham so we packed up a couple of carry-on suitcases and our two doggies and took the 5 hr drive from St Charles parish to Birmingham, AL. Our son is very allergic to the dogs---especially our 70+ lb "Buddy", who sheds enough to make a new Pomeranian every single day! There was no way Buddy was going to be able to stay at his place, so I googled kennels in the area and came across this godsend, Oak View Animal Hospital. "Godsend? Really?!?" You may ask; and I tell you wholeheartedly , "YES!!!". 1. They are open on Saturday. Okay, many places are, but not all. We were very happy that they were able to accommodate our Buddy at such short notice (the morning of)! 2. They brought him current on his shots. One of the stressors was that Buddy was not up to date with shots---a big "no-no" if you want to board/groom your dog. OVAH said no problem--we'll take care of that! 3. The staff was great. From the initial phone call (I believe it was Sydney), to the drop off (Sidney and Brandi); to the calls checking up on him (I believe it was Brandi both times), to the pick up (Brandi again!)---they were so, so, so very reassuring, tender and professional to Buddy AND us, that we know you will not be disappointed using their services. 4. The medical care. Working as diligently and professionally behind the scenes was Dr Robinson, who not only gave Buddy his shots, but also performed a full on exam and gave Buddy a clean bill of health...a "1" on the healthy pet scale!! 5. Good byes. When we called to let OVAH know that we were coming to pick up Buddy the next day, they joked that he did so well and he may not even want to leave. We chuckled about it, but don't you know that it took about 3-5 min for Brandy to bring him out. I didn't ask, but I imagine she was probably giving him one last hug because you could definitely tell it's not just a slogan to them: they really do care for your pets as they do their own! 6. The finale. The proverbial cherry on top was when Brandi took our payment. She told me Dr Robinson had heard of our situation and she wanted to help us in our time of need by generously discounting our total bill. She obviously didn't do this to boast or to cultivate our future business (we live two states away!). She did this is because she is obviously a compassionate human being who, without hesitation, took action to help a fellow---no asking whether we made $1M or $1k per year---just shear goodwill on her part. We were so impressed with the total experience we received at OVAH, that we just had to share our experience to help put YOUR mind at ease when deciding for your pet's care anytime you're in the Birmingham area. Thank you, OVAH!!! PS. On the "small world" scene---while walking our small dog on our son's street, I got to chatting with one of the neighbors, whose 19-yr old dog has been cared for by OVAH---she had nothing but praises to say about them!

Our pup would have died in their care. Unfit for complex cases. Inexperienced staff, evaluations…read moredone outside patient preview & unprofessional practices. Diagnosed with "anxiety" & judgement was actually meningitis. Thankfully we listened to intuition & returned to competent home vet.

Here's another insightful review by my sidekick…read more I love to play fetch. And now I love the Fetch food truck too. My humans took me to Avondale Brewery on Saturday afternoon, and the Fetch truck was there. I didn't know there was such a thing. A food truck that is just for me and my four-legged friends! The truck is so cute. It is painted in pastel colors and decorated with huge paw prints. I couldn't wait to sniff it. There was a big bowl of water to quench my thirst. Ahh, that was refreshing. There was a table displaying a large selection of goodies. I wanted to try everything! My humans picked out a decorated cupcake for me, and it was delicious! I wish they had bought more. The lady behind the little window was really nice. She gave me a dog treat. I can't wait to see the truck again. You can find the truck's schedule on their website. Signed, Macey the Golden Pup

This has to be one of the most creative ideas ever! Then add to it the pure level of perfect…read moreexecution and there's no way to not give these guys a 5 star review. Usually found at any food truck rally their specialty.......dogs! Nothing human here guys, but your furry friends can get their own treat(s) here. From dog inspired ice creams to traditional dog treats they have something for just about any dog...even those picky ones (yes few and far between, but they exist). They owners love interaction with the dogs and their owners. Samples and water available for the pups. If you haven't been by here make sure to grab your pup(s) and take them along next time you're out food trucking.

if I could give less than one star I would. Dr sam is very rude. He tried to put my dog down…read morewithout my consent. He then proceeded to have an attitude when I asked for a second opinion. When he called on his own will to check on my dog he tells me he doesn't have but three minutes so make it quick. Sir you called me. He is also very unorganized he gave me three different prices of the same medication . My dog has been fine since I didn't take her back there. I wouldn't advise anyone having their dog under his care.

Patton Chapel Animal Clinic is the best all-around complete care for Animal treatments, daycare,…read moreand boarding. Dr. Sam and all the veterinarians, office managers, daycare and boarder staffers, etc., are the epitome of caring animal professionals. My fur baby, Max, passed away in January 2025, and everyone at Patton Chapel Animal Clinic was of great comfort to me. My other 10 year old fur baby, Storm, loves the daycare and staff, which gave her renewed energy after Max's passing. Believe me, Patton Chapel Animal Clinic is the best in animal care!

When I looked up We Talk Dog the other day on Yelp and realized I haven't written a review, I was…read moreappalled. They are amazing and a life saver for us. We took our dog Shug to our original vet's boarding and were highly disappointed. We took her to WTD, and have never looked back. First of all, they do a temperament assessment to make sure that they don't let in any vicious dogs. Second, this very well might be Shug's FAVORITE place to go. When we pull up, it takes all of our power to stop her from jumping the fence to go and play. And unlike other boarding experiences we have had, playing is what they do best. She is always completely wiped when she gets home and has a permanent smile on her face. Seriously. If your dog is not as social as ours, I am not sure how it would work. But they love the dogs so much, I'm sure they would figure something out to cater to your pet. But as opposed to utilizing the crate at every turn, they have play times 90% of the time for day care and times they aren't sleeping. Friendly faces and a love for our dog is all I need to keep coming back. If you are looking for a place to keep your dog during the day or for boarding, I couldn't recommend a place any more than here.

12/10/2015 - I absolutely adore the entire staff at We Talk Dog. We are always greeted with a…read moresmile. Our pets love going there. You can also tell that the staff truly cares for each and every pet. I trust the staff at We Talk Dog more so than any other dog daycare in Birmingham. We had a bad experience elsewhere and were thrilled to find a place that excels in animal care, customer service, and over all professionalism. You know you're leaving your pets in the best of hands the moment you walk through the door. There's no better place! **Update: 6/28/2017 - I just wanted to add an update to my previous review. We have been using WTD multiple times a week for daycare, also boarding when needed, for over a year now. I still can not find a single thing to complain about. We have two dogs that can't wait to get inside to the see staff in the mornings. When we pick them up, they're adequately worn out. They never have a bad odor, they smell just as good as they did when we dropped them off. Neither of them have ever sustained an injury. It is truly a wonderful place. I have full faith in their assessments and grouping system of the dogs. Sometimes one of our dogs has a lazy/mellow day. When she's having one of those slow days, they accommodate and put her with a group more appropriate for her lack of energy. They don't asses once, they assess every single day. I'm so happy to have found such a wonderful second family and home for us and our dogs.

I cannot say enough wonderful things about Dr. Madeline Borden and the entire team at Galleria…read moreAnimal Clinic. Our beloved cat Pepe had been a patient there for many years, and throughout his life he always received compassionate, thoughtful care. Recently, when Pepe became very ill, Dr. Borden went above and beyond in ways that meant more to our family than words can fully express. She took the time to explain everything clearly, treated Pepe with such gentleness, and showed incredible kindness and patience during an extremely emotional time for us. What truly stood out was her generosity and dedication. Even when the clinic was officially closed, she made herself available so Pepe could be seen and helped. That level of care and commitment is rare and deeply appreciated. Saying goodbye to a beloved pet is one of the hardest things a family can go through, but Dr. Borden handled the situation with such compassion, dignity, and respect for both Pepe and us. We will always be grateful for the many years of excellent care she gave him. If you are looking for a veterinarian who is not only highly skilled but also genuinely caring and devoted to animals and their families, I wholeheartedly recommend Dr. Madeline Borden and Galleria Animal Clinic. Thank you, Dr. Borden, for everything you did for our sweet Pepe. We will never forget your kindness. -- Cheryl Heyward

I can't say enough about how wonderful this vet clinic is. From the women at the front desk to the…read morevets it was such a great experience. They're very accommodating and gentle even with our problem child. Thanks staff, you're the best!

this office has become family to us. we love all the staff! they are truly animal lovers! we have…read morebeen going there for so long. Dr. Brunner and Dr. Toomey are amazing. I have not one concern when our dogs are in their care. we've even had to put a several dogs down due to age and illness. the hardest thing I've even had to do. One even during Covid. They were unbelievably kind and compassionate. Your pets would be lucky to go here and have this level of exceptional care.

Not charging for services that are not asked for. I have 2 pets. Now I have only 1now. The last…read morefew times I brought them in to be groomed. $71.00 each additional charges were added bringing the total to move than $400.00 I personally don't have any trust in this clinic

Sharby is wonderfully acomodating to our elderly dog. She spends extra time in handling her. Good…read morepricing. Only drawback is her help is not consistant in showing up. So it sometimes takes all morning and afternoon to do 2 dogs. Also she is cash only, so hit the bank prior to showing up.

I have taken my shih tzu to Shelby for many years. She has shown a lot of patience with my very…read morespoiled pups, gives very good advice and does a great job. The pups love her and scramble to get out of the car. Great grooming!