Roxy has been to American Vet several times now. We came across their business as it was recommended by friends. Last year she had a minor procedure and we were very comfortable for it being our first time there . Roxy had sedation with her procedures we were so thankful to have the staff explain everything. When she woke up they called me. We are very much staying here until our girl grows old. If anyone needs a reliable vet this is it for us. I have had many vet experiences in my life and this is the first positive one for us. Definitely recommend for anyone looking . read more

Somehow five stars don't seem enough. If we could give Dr. Ekladios and his team all the stars in the sky, we would. We met Dr. Ekladios several years ago, when he was contracting with another veterinary clinic. Some may call it chance, while others may call it fate, but he saved our puppy. We followed him to different veterinary offices over the years, until the distance became too great. Now, there is no distance we would not travel, and there is no other veterinarian we would trust more. Dr. Ekladios saved our doggy, who is now a senior, AGAIN! In fact, he stepped in when she was in critical care, and the specialty clinic where she was hospitalized did not have a surgeon on staff. Dr. Ekladios is brilliant, compassionate, and kind. He goes above and beyond, and makes an effort to learn about his patients and their families. And his staff are just as wonderful. It's true! They answer their phones, respond to requests, and offer timely appointments. We have never before received such personalized service and holistic care. Dr. Ekladios, you are a Guardian Angel here on Earth and we are forever grateful for you. Thank you for blessing us with the greatest gift of all..time. read more

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never again the vet never once touched my dog .no stethoscope nothing and insisted my dog wasnt allergic to med wan ted me to give it again. a d when her reaction got worse said it wasnt in the drugs list of side effects .side effects are not allergic reactions. read more

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I had such a wonderful experience at American vet! The staff were incredibly kind, patient, and knowledgeable. The front desk staff are fun and inviting. The doctor and techs took the time to explain everything clearly, answered all my questions, and treated my pet with so much care and compassion even though he is a brat sometimes. You can truly tell they love what they do and go above and beyond to make me and my puppy comfortable. I'm glad they are open 7 days a week so I can go to them for any emergency and know my baby will be taken care of. read more

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I went in today with my doggy Milo ( 5 years old) emergency because of him eating chocolate and Dr. Micheal and his team were amazing. They kept me informed on everything they were doing took me in right away and took great care of Milo. They were very informative and nurturing and knew what they were doing. We got referred by a friend and we are actually going to be making this clinic Milo's regular clinic from now on. Thank you again to Dr Micheal and the team you guys helped so much and kept me calm and informed! Will be back soon for his vaccines! Dr Micheal kept me informed and showed me what I needed to know had it been another situation and explained what we needed to do in an a great and efficient way that helped me really make the best decision for Milo! Thank you again! read more

One of the better vets I have been to lately . This will be my goto place going forward . The vet I talked to Ani was knowledgable and staff were very nice . I have an older English bulldog and he was treated there very well and I felt very comfortable with the answers and the way they were with my dog which hasn't always been the case with other vets . Prices are also reasonable , One of the few places I don't feel like they are trying to milk every penny out of you (which is very sad by the way, we all know the joy of owning a pet can be expensive but some of these places are ridiculous (VCA) . Thank You All and keep up the great customer service and quality work ! read more

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My cats fatty and jack got into a little fight that left Jack with a bad puncture wound. This definitely happened at the worst time at 5:00p when almost all vet hospitals are closing. Im so happy I found American Vet Hospital. They ended up seeing me right away and I was hoping surgery was not needed but they ended up placing a drain in him. The staff was so nice and helpful, the Dr was so knowledgeable and didn't rush me at all, and the price was about 1/2 of what I thought it was going to be. And to make everything better almost everyone stayed an extra hour or so after closing!!! Just for my Jack. Will definitely be my go to vet read more

Great time efficient service! And amazing prices Dr Ekladios is thorough and avoids redundant testing and keeps meds to the e minimum Very friendly staff!!!! read more

I came here to see if it was my dogs time to go. I was in denial and I didn't want to hear the truth. I was asking the vet if I had all the money in the world if he had another chance at life and he told me he's seen people pull out many credit cards just for the dogs quality of life to not be the same or for them still to pass. He made it clear it was my decision and he would do whatever he had to do if I chose to pay but that my dog was basically already gone. He was cold,losing color and already very old. I appreciated the truth rather than him telling me to spend the money just for the same outcome to happen.. I thought I'd be going home with him that day but we decided it was his time. I kept him for two more hours so I could say my goodbyes And he got worse so we went back early and again they were so kind to let us go in room early. The girl that helped prepare my dog for the doctor made paw prints with my son. It took us maybe 30 minutes and finally we called the doctor in and said in 10 minutes we'd be ready. He came back in 5 and seemed very rushed and was starting to put the last dose but I told him I needed 5 more minutes. He gave me attitude and left and that made me feel so shitty. I couldn't stop thinking about it and it made me even more sad and just feel bad in general.. my 11 year old sister noticed his reaction and looked at me and told me it was okay that maybe he had a hard day. that was my only problem. Even after that incident he was nice. Again I was in denial, I was scared my dog would be alive still and just put away so I asked them to just make sure he was gone. They checked more than 3 times and he was sincere when he told me that he was gone. He didn't give attitude when I asked him to check. I'm not sure why he gave attitude when I asked for 5 minutes and although it made me feel terrible I thanked him for being so kind although I wish he never gave me the attitude and made me feel that way... I appreciate him being kind for everything else. I would recommend to other people. And the cost was reasonable compared to other places.. read more

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The staff seems very un caring. They give lots of excuses. I feel like this could be a great place but there is so much bureaucracy and bad customer service it brings it down. They could do better. read more

Let me just start this post by saying that I have taken my boy to this vet in the past and was unhappy with their services, but because of this seemed to be an emergency with no time to be wasted. I came home from work to find my dog, Buddy, unable to stand, swaying side to side, and drooling uncontrollably. Naturally, I rushed him to the nearest vet that came to mind- American Veterinary Hospital. They helped me carry him from the car and then held him in the waiting room while I wept uncontrollably and was begging that they help him. Instead of first asking me if he had been seen there before, they made me fill out 'new patient' paperwork until I realized what the papers were and told them that he had been here in the past; wasting possibly precious time. Next, they informed me that before they could do absolutely anything for him, I would have to make a $700 deposit. "You won't help him until I pay 700 dollars?" I pleaded. "No." They responded, as they stood there holding my boy in the waiting room. Side comment; this was during NORMAL business hours. I paid the money and they finally took him to the back to got him started on fluids and began to run tests. After spending just below $1,000 on the visit, I was told that it's either 'an inflamed nerve, or a brain tumor' and to monitor him for the next few days. What exactly did I spend $993 on if you can't even tell me what the hell just happened? Two DRASTICALLY different conditions with no actual answer. Now here's the worst part of the experience... upon getting home, I was trying to get him as comfortable in bed as I possibly could, as he was still extremely dizzy and unable to position himself comfortably. He began to wince as I moved him around, and that's when I realized that they had left his IV port inserted. They did not mention anything about this. I called them to ask what the deal was with this port and after passing me off from person to person, their response was " oh, that's common practice. You can either bring him back in or remove yourself." I'm obviously not going to bring him back in after just getting him back home, so I removed it myself, which I was in no way comfortable with. Once I had removed it, I noticed that it had been completely bent out of shape while in his vein, due to me moving him around so much. I informed them that whether or not this is common practice to leave that in place, the pet parent should at least be advised that it is still in place. They didn't apologize. They didn't take responsibility. Absolutely no accountability was taken. I later got a phone call from the vet who had seen him and he told me that the receptionist had no idea what I was talking about, and so that's why she seemed unconcerned. I expressed to him that this was not common practice, and that I was very upset. His response? "Well you have much bigger things to worry about with your dog". Edit to add : after taking him to his regular vet, the incredible Conejo Valley Vet, they were able to tell me what happened and help me further. And after showing them the photos and sharing this experience, they were baffled and apologized for this place's lack of compassion and work ethic. read more

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Took our older dog in today after he gave his groomers a scare this morning. Didn't know about AVH until we looked up emergency vet and found them online. They couldn't have been more amazing! Super grateful for them and the amazing support they gave us today. After a quick checkup, turns out his age is finally catching up, but otherwise is completely healthy. Definitely will be going there from now on. read more

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I attended their Grand Reopening last week and made an appointment for my son's dog for the next day. Dr Ekiadios was fantastic and explained his thought process. Vet tech was great and front office staff Blake was awesome. I found my new vet. read more

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My rescue German Shepherd is quite skittish. Each time I've brought him to American Vet, they have taken care of him with compassion and consideration. On one visit, he had something that our regular vet could not help us with. We were told that we needed to go to a hospital. We now use American Vet instead and I have recommended this hospital to other people. read more

After a few visits to this vet, we will never be going back. The doctor is careless and does not read patient records before giving treatment. I brought my 3 year old border collie in for various skin irritations and the doctor barely touched/ looked at her. After complain about the lack of service to the wonderful nurse, the doctor supposably reevaluated my dog and found various things she would need treatment for. My dog was diagnosed with an autoimmune disease by a neurologist back in December AFTER visiting this vet and getting told it was pancreatitis. (Which it clearly was not) In addition to that, we were prescribed medications that he "wasn't sure" if my dog can take with the immunosuppressant she is on and told me to verify with a neurologist. Staff is friendly but Dr who owns this practice is clearly just taking money from people with no real care or knowledge for your pets. This place is cheap for a reason- would not recommend. read more

I went to American Vet a year ago because my 8 year old lab wasn't acting right and I had them run some tests and blood work and they said he needed some dental work which his teeth were perfect and they said he needed to be nuetered. I took him to three other vets and they determined he had Lymfoma and he was put down by VCA on Ventura Blvd on Jan 23rd of 2025. Today I get a text from American Vet that he was due for a evaluation from the test last Dec. I don't what to say except I notified them he passed and they still have the acct open. Terrible. Everytime I go by there I just shake my head. read more

My Pomeranian had a suspected UTI. We took her in and it was a plug and play experience. Front desk super kind- nurse and doctor went above and beyond with their explanation. Dr Shamar and Mindy his assistant were great! The front desk is super approachable and are happy to help! Most importantly they had all common medication and labs on site read more

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If i could give this place 0 stars i would. My dad recently brought my bully in here & without any proof they put her to sleep not knowing it wasn't even his dog. I called that day to pay for her to get cremated and also picked out the box i wanted her placed in. Weeks had gone by we've been calling for updates & they told me "they're not in yet" "they come on Monday's" yesterday my mom called & they told her they read our paper wrong & they didn't cremate her... this can't be fixed, my dog is gone & i have nothing of her left. Terrible place. Clerical people must be just as terrible as the vet that put someone else's dog to sleep as well. At least next time have the decency to call your patient & let them know you made a MAJOR mistake. read more

Easy online appointments, including next day slots. Very reasonable prices. Great staff - doctors and assistants are friendly, considerate and knowledgeable. They've helped me through the hardest times of pet ownership and are patient and sympathetic. I highly recommend them. read more

American Veterinary Hospital saved my dogs life. My review is a long one... We woke up one weekend to find my dog in need of emergency surgery and found American Veterinary Hospital had weekend hours (a Sunday to be exact.) I called and they were able to see us immediately. Within 10 minutes of walking through the door Eli was undergoing lifesaving surgery. The staff was beyond caring and compassionate (and skilled!) I knew he was in good hands. The aftercare for my pup was intense. We had visits every two days to clean and wrap his poor paw. Dr. Ekladios suggested we use honey bandages (which I had never heard of), but with his extensive experience, I trusted the process. It's now a month out from surgery and he is almost healed! The power of honey is incredible. 5 stars to the incredible staff at American Veterinary Hospital. Bee, Sandra, Blake, Belle, & Ivan are the best of the best. A very special shout out to the lovely Noelle. She is like family to us. She took the best care of our Eli. She crafted unique and colorful designs each visit. From Beauty and the Beast, to Yoda, and most recently Mike Wazowski! She is a true artist. She even made the experience enjoyable for my toddler. Noelle "treated" my daughters stuffed animal Starsky and included her in selecting the next color for Eli's bandage. Proof is in the pictures. I am beyond grateful to have found American Veterinary Hospital. They are top notch! read more

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I took my dog cash here today for a ripped toenail. Hands down this was the best experience I have ever had at a vet. They were amazing with cash and very caring. Thank you so much American Vet. I highly recommend. read more

Like so many other veterinarians, this doctor is only interested in the money. Was there on Saturday for my dog and was given some ointment that was supposed to be for 7 days. It cost $30 and came in a tiny tube that was hardly enough for a week. It was gone in 3 days and when I told them the issue they wanted to charge me another $30 for it. There's no way they didn't know this tube would be gone so soon, it was tiny. Looks like I'll be looking for a new vet in the area. read more

I spent about 2 hours here with my kitty who has been having issues with the bathroom. The doctor suggested an xray, then found nothing of note. They prescribed some anti-inflammatory meds, and sent us on our way. I spent about 2 hours here and left feeling like I got scammed. Paid them over $300 and they couldn't even give me some sort of diagnosis. Seems like they're more interested in running tests and selling meds than providing quality care to your pet. read more

This is an exceptional vet hospital. Our elderly kitty woke up unable to use her back legs & cried if we tried to touch her. Our regular vet was unavailable for this emergency care. Fortunately American Veterinary Hospital in Simi was able to see us. We appreciated the separate waiting areas for dogs & cats. The place is fresh & clean. The staff & vet were so gentle & loving with her, they ran tests & did x-rays. It wasn't likely she'd regain use of her legs, but he provided some options & meds for taking her home if that was what we wanted. We took her home but her suffering was too much even with the pain meds. Our regular vet was available the next day to see us & say Good Bye to her. We did let the folks at AVH know she has passed. Their response to us was warm & kind. Our family is so grateful to them for their care of our kitty & our family. For the difficult day we spent with them, they were responsive, respectful. I recommend them and will return if we adopt another kitty. read more

We've been there a few times since switching our vet and these people are awesome! Every staff member that I have encountered has been so sweet and friendly! It's always a quick visit and everyone is very accommodating! I always used to feel like the vets offices just wanted to sell me a bunch of stuff my pet didn't need but not these people! They truly care about how your pet is doing and what needs to happen to get them better! This will be our new primary vet office for sure :) read more

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Just took our rescue Max in because a growth in his left eye hadn't gotten better after another vet at another hospital prescribed an antibiotic. Unfortunately our little 15 year old pup was experiencing the awful side effects of the medication: lethargy, weakness, and appetite issues so we wanted a second opinion. I'm so glad we brought him here! The staff is awesome! Noelle and the doctor are both so kind and helpful. My husband and I appreciated the information provided and the time the staff spent taking care of our boy. We were able to discontinue the medication and have a cytology done to try to figure out what this awful growth is and next steps to treat it. Being open on a Sunday is an added bonus and setting the appointment online is super convenient. Highly recommend this vet hospital! We will be bring our fur babies here from now on. Thank you! read more

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Came to this place on a Sunday because my dog but bit from another dog and we knew he needed to be seen same day. Our usual vet is closed on Sundays. We walked in & everything was a breeze. We filled out new patient paperwork and then were seen by the vet tech and then the doctor. There was no wait time & it was great. Price was reasonable. Glad they were open on a Sunday & took care of my pup read more

Dr. Cruz and staff here are amazing. This clinic has been under new ownership and management and it really shows. My dogs allergies have been pretty bad so that's why i decided to bring her in. They listened to all of my concerns, answered all of my questions, and worked with me on the best treatment for my dog. Clinic is always clean and we're always greeted with a smile. I know my dogs are in great hands here. read more

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I brought my 8-year-old French Bulldog in on a Saturday, for an emergency appointment, because he had an infected sore between his middle digits on his front paw. Seemingly innocuous, it turned out to be a mast cell tumor that required amputating my front-heavy dog's weight-baring digits, which would leave him unable to walk. Dr. Ekladios identified the tumor immediately and was able to break down our options for treatment, taking into account the dog's age, our lifestyle, my financial ability, and other comprehensive aspects of our situation. Ultimately, I decided that Bubba's quality of life was more important than its length and we are now treating his symptoms, ensuring he's living his best life. We returned to the hospital numerous times over the last month, for tests, biopsies, rechecks, etc. Every single time, we were met with a cheerful staff, vet techs that obviously cared about us, a competent doctor that was honest and straightforward, and an extremely manageable final bill. We are now very satisfied and grateful patients of Dr. Ekladios. All of my pets, as well as my family's pets, will be returning to American Veterinary Hospital of Simi Valley for our pet health needs. Thank you to the team for all that you've done for us! read more

Easy! Fast! And professional! I will definitely recommend this place best part is they are open 7 days a week.

I recommend American Veterinary Hospital! I took my baby (a cat) to Dr. Cruz at American Vet Hospital on Tapo St. since we moved to Simi from Ventura when I was 6. Great veterinarian! Although he can be a bit on the pricey side, I believe he does and suggests what is best for the pet (& owner). When my cat got hyperthyroidism at age 14, he said there were two solutions: giving him pills for the rest of his life, which I heard about, or radio-iodine treatment, something I never heard of before. He told us the estimate is $2000 and gave us a referral to a special vet in Los Angeles that does the treatment. He made a full recovery and never had it come back! It was actually less than $2k (but more than $1k) and we didn't have to deal with giving a cat pills. When I worked at a local vet clinic (not gonna name them), I was chatting with a client who was in line with their cat. I asked what was the issue and they told me hyperthyroidism. I asked if they ever heard of radio-iodine treatment. They said no, just that pills is the treatment. I told them about it and they were so thankful because I guess the pills didn't do much but keep it from getting worse but not better. That's why I like Dr. Cruz cause he suggested something that will be best for us and my cat and something that he won't even get the bill for since it was another vet hospital that did the treatment. Sorry for the long story, but I just wanted to share. My baby boy passed when he was 18 and I miss him very much. But when I get another cat, I wouldn't hesitate to go to American Vet. My cat, Stuart: read more

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It was a pleasure to discover this clinic open on Saturday for emergencies when I thought my dog might have a foxtail in his ear. Since my former veterinarian retired a couple of years ago, there's been an apparent shortage of small animal practitioners in the county. It can be hard to book appointments, especially last-minute, and most places are so expensive! The staff here were friendly and gentle, the service efficient and affordable. (We were out the door for about the same amount another emergency clinic in this county charges to walk IN the door.) This hospital also offers routine veterinary care, a definite plus. read more

The most safe and professional place to bring your pets for all their needs! Dr. Michael never fails to think about the needs of the patient and is truly more than just a vet. He is always available to hep during an emergency. read more

Do not under any circumstances use this vet to care for any of your animals, especially guinea pigs, small animals or any other exotics they claim to be able to care for. My guinea pig Alfie had already been seen and established as a patient at this facility. I called them Friday the 23rd first thing in the morning to let them know my guinea pig had stopped eating overnight and was being syringe fed and was lethargic and asked to come in. Anyone who knows anything about guinea pigs knows if they are not eating this is a medical emergency. I was told I could come in at 3:45 but there might still be a wait by Jennifer. I made the appointment and continued to care for my guinea pig at home. By noon I realized she was at the end of her life and since she was a very old guinea pig I called again and asked on the phone if we could please come in so she could be made comfortable, I specifically said "she is at the end of her life" to Ryan on the phone. I was told the best they could do was 3:15. She died at 2pm. Thankfully I had pain medication that my previous vet had given me for her. I had to leave my previous vet because we moved to this area. So I know she was as comfortable as she could be at home. I just wanted to bring her in that day so she could be humanly euthanized but now seeing how they treat patients I'm sure they would have messed that up too. I was called again by Jennifer that day around 4pm and informed her of Alfies passing and that I had already called earlier asking for help. Then I get another call today from Megan asking to bring Alfie in for a check up. THEY CANT EVEN UPDATE THEIR RECORDS CORRECTLY THEY WERE TOLD SHE PASSED AWAY ALREADY ON THE DAY SHE DIED. Thank you guys for helping with my mourning process by calling me and asking to bring her in for a check up. Where was that sense of urgency when I was asking for help? Do not ever bring your pets here. Drive all the way down to LA if you have to but do not come here read more

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When my cane Corso get pregnant and I brought him down there, they were very caring towards my animal very respectful very kind to me. When I did bring her down there. They took x-rays and told me I have nine pups coming. They told me about 10 days that they can't really nail down but I will tell you I got all nine pups and it was three days later after they told read more

American Veterinary Hospital provided exceptional care, treating both us and our Poodle with kindness and compassion. Dr. Ekladios went above and beyond to ensure our pet's well-being, making the experience truly comforting and reassuring read more

They were really sweet and caring. AND they're open on weekends!!! We were so grateful! And they found and fixed the issue too

Dr. Cruz gets the job done... A little on the high $$$$ side But all in all I like everyone and they call you when needed and they keep my boys "Tonka" & "Corduroy" healthy... and the doctor seems to have a calmness to him that is very reassuring and ladies, he is nice to look at too... read more

Shout out to American Vet for their treatment of both my dogs. My female dog sustained an injury on the weekend and they were open on a Sunday to see us. She ended up having orthopedic surgery there a couple weeks later. They were the only vet hospital in Simi (that I am aware of) that could accommodate her surgery. Their prices are fair and comparable to other vets. Today they caught that I was accidentally overcharged; they called me and fixed it right away. I appreciate that kind of honesty. Their staff and vets are very friendly and knowledgeable. You can tell they love animals. read more

We have a Pug who has recurring UTI's. She woke up on Saturday and we knew she was having another one. We took her to the emergency hospital in Thousand Oaks and after 4 hours, yes 4, we were not even seen yet. We got there at 7:00am. No one was there. But they said they were waiting for the "shift change" in the veterinarians. After 4 hours they told us they were temporarily closed due to high trauma cases. They put a sign on the door and suggested we go somewhere else. We don't know another emergency vet on a Saturday. They gave us a list. There was a new regular veterinarian who was willing to see us in Simi Valley. So we went there. American Veterinary Hospital was absolutely a welcome surprise. So clean, the kindest staff, and the doctor asked all the right questions, listened carefully and thoughtfully and took his time explaining all his thoughts and suggestions. We have a hard case. And he was very thorough at explaining possibilities. I would highly recommend this Hospital and veterinarian. If you cherish your pets as we do......this is a place I would highly recommend. I am also the daughter of a retired veterinarian. He is 88 now and he is my Dad. So, to me, my Dad was the best veterinarian ever. But I would highly recommend American Veterinary Hospital. read more