There's not enough kind words in the world to review Best Friends and the people that work there…read more This is the only place in town, the state, maybe even the whole country that I would trust with my pets. The location is warm and welcoming, the staff at the front remembers who you are and your furry friends as well. Dr. Norton and his vet techs make you feel like you've stepped into a safe place whether you're there for just a check-up or because you're terrified about what might be happening to your best friend. I will never be able to provide enough thank yous to any of them, but regardless I will continue to try.

First, a warning... Do NOT rely on this place to provide the proper care for your friends/pets…read more. You've been warned.. So when you're trying to get an appointment for a sick or injured pet, you'll end up going to a different veterinarian. The ppl at the front desk are rude, and a few are very incompetent. Also, this has become Best Friends reputation around town. Not just me.. Even other vets are talking about "the change" at best friends. I can only hope this warning saves you from dealing with this place. Now, the history.. I started going to DR Norton while he was still dating his assistant (now wife) prior to 2013. At that time, they were expensive, but the care IMO was worth the extra money. (You get what you pay for) This was while they were located by the refinery/that side of town. Then, they moved to their current location.. It slowly became more difficult to get seen, and Dr Norton was always busy.. Over time, it was clear it's all about $.. Schedule as many patients and push them through as fast as possible.. I still decided to go there, as I figured they'd get things figured out eventually.. Fast forward to now... "Best friends" is now owned by a private equity group. While it's common that the previous owner/vet stays on staff, (Norton) he no longer has a vested interest in the business's success. It's a job.. To the private equity group that now owns Best Friends, it's a money machine. They don't care about your pet, only how much money can be sucked from ppls wallets. That said, I'm certain theres a few good ppl and veterinarians that are/have worked there.. They seem to go through veterinarians pretty fast though.. Usually someone different at every appointment. So I would be interested in talking to one thats cycled through to get the behind the scenes scoop on why the clinic turned into a failure. (By care standards) they probably make plenty of $ now. So, a success to the private equity group who gets it. Maybe? If you choose to ignore my warnings, read the other reviews. Plenty out there.. I'm just trying to save you the stress and your pet the discomfort. If you still choose them, give it time.. You'll see i was right and have your own regrets.

Really just an all around terrible job of grooming our family Doodle, Lucy…read more She was not clean, Ears Dirty, Nails not clipped, Uneven all over and totally skinned in other areas...They offered to redo her to "make it right"...ummmm no way...Really wanted to like this place, as it's convenient to my daughter's work... On the left is Lucy the day she was groomed by Mother Puppers, on the right is Lucy after having her redone by the groomer we use to use, who, by the way had almost nothing to work with... Sorry Mother Puppers... But seriously, you need a new groomer...Lucy had not a single mat! There is really no excuse for such shoddy work...She wasn't even bathed.

I honestly hesitated to write this review, especially after seeing so much positive feedback from…read moreothers which is why I waited almost a month to share my experience. I boarded my dog here for five days and called to check on him multiple times (3-4 times). Each time, I was told he was doing well aside from a small bout of diarrhea one day. However, when I picked him up, there were several concerning issues that I believe should have been communicated to me earlier. His elbows and knees were rubbed raw almost like road rash. Even a week or two later, the scabs were still healing. I'm not sure what could have caused this other than being kept on concrete, which I specifically asked about. I was told that beds would be provided. (photo included was taken a week and a half after return) More concerning, when I brought him home, he had blood coming from his mouth enough that it got on my arm when I touched him. Again, nothing about this was ever mentioned in any of the calls or while I talked to her when I picked him up. While there are things I liked about this facility--the website is well done, I appreciated the photo they sent during his stay, and I like that the dogs are kept separate for safety I believe there needs to be more attention to the animals' well-being and more transparency when issues arise. The pricing is affordable, which I can understand being a draw for many people, but unfortunately, based on my experience, I wouldn't feel comfortable recommending this place to a friend.

Great staff. My dog is so happy there. She is so excited…read moreevery time we pull in the driveway. Appreciate they get to know each dogs name & their needs. You all run a great doggie fun house.

My cat, and dog were there boarding for 8 days. They were well taken care of…read more My dog was also groomed. It was THE BEST groom she has had in years. Would recommend their services.

My pup absolutely loves fetch! Anytime I leave town and need someone to watch her this is where she…read moregoes! They send a report card daily with pictures and a little write up!

I brought my show dog in for the DIY bath. What a great facility!! 2 big clean tubs, hoses and…read morenozzles that worked perfect (no dodging water and soaking me more than the dog), all supplies, towels, quality blow dryer, and ample space to work. Staff was excellent- greeted immediately upon entering, shown facilities, checked in with me, and service with a smile. We will be back!!!

Loved how they had dogs all out of kennels roaming around and playing together. Great job grooming…read moremy goldendoodle!

Kathy and Allan will take great care of your pets weather it is for boarding or grooming you will…read morebe comforted and know they treat your pets as if they are their own.

They do not offer a level of care that you expect from those who you trust and pay to care for your…read morebeloved pets. They will literally watch a puppy waste away to the point of almost death. How do you justify leaving a puppy laying on a cold floor and covered in their own excrement dying and you can't be bothered to call the owners or a vet?

Good boarding but I do not recommend grooming. My dog was supposed to be groomed and I specifically…read morerequested to not have his ears or tail trimmed. We picked him up and one ear was trimmed horribly and nothing else was done. Not even a bath! We were charged $55 for one ear trimmed that was not supposed to even be touched. I had to trim his other ear myself so he would not look weird.

Nice clean place, the staff cares about your DOGS and cats , because they have pets them self…read more Belive me I used to work there and still take my DOGS only there

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We have used Dogwood Lodge through 5 dogs and 7 if you include our kid's dogs. We couldn't…read morerecommend them any higher. Jim is the best. Realizes every dog is different and works with their personalities. He contacted us while we were on vacation in Hawaii when one of our labs ear infection worsened. He also worked with one of our labs that was particularly agitated when we left him. We trust him with dogs.... They are our family so it takes a lot for me to leave them in someone else's care. Clean, friendly, attentive.... Couldn't recommend Dogwood Lodge any higher. Thanks Jim! Beasley, Ruger, Jack, Reggie, Biscuit, Hootie, and Bode all thank you too.

I always trusted Jim with my dog...but never realized there was a problem with my dog until I tried…read moreto book a stay..all of a sudden my dog was a problem...not happy at all about this

we recently discovered this pet kennel. We took our dog there for an orientation for the day. Then…read moreleft him overnight for 4 days and saw pictures of him on Facebook. Each time he looked so happy. This is like a daycare for your Animal. He seem to love it there and thrive. We are so happy that we have discovered this pet resort. It's certainly not an ordinary kennel, you feel like you're taking your child to a daycare where everyone loves your pet! Love the fact that I can see him running around with other dogs. His size on Facebook looking so happy. Definitely would recommend this for any pet owner.

I've been coming to this kondo for the past two years, and they were always so friendly, spoke very…read morehighly of my fur babies, and also took the best care of them! But, in a year the price jump 12 dollars and I can no longer afford them. Other than that, I do recommend bring your pets here! You will not have to worry about anything but your babies refusing to go home haha.

Compassionate, gentle with my 14yr old Shi Tzu, and gracious with anxious owners! BYOD! Been…read moregrooming my little girl for at least 10 years!

I'm from outa state an it's hard to trust someone new w ur dog but the min I walked it I felt great…read moreabout the place these ladies know exactly what they are doing they are friendly an will help u w anything I love how my pin turned out its not expensive at all would go their again!