My poor Linkin got knocked down with double ear infections w blood and puss coming from one ear…read more Linkin had been itching since the start of the warm weather. The three most common culprits are fleas, food or environmental allergies. I had knocked out the food and flea as reasons for his unhappiness by ensuring he's on a limited diet and giving him a flea product. He'd been sneezing w red watery eyes so seasonal allergies made most sense. Went to my regular vet on Thursday to get some relief and I'll just say that I was told something that I'd never heard of before and left it at that. Friday night, 11pm, like clockwork My guy is crying with his head cocked and his normally rigid ears floppy w blood and puss. We made our way to Central Coast Pet Hospital and Emergency. Thankfully there were no hurting animals this night as Linkin was given a room almost immediately. The nurse was only able to examine Linkin from a distance as he at all times will make sure there is a buffer of protection around Me and the world at all times. The nurse gave an estimate for care before the vet started. We muzzle and tranquilize to start the exam. Now this is what I loved about this experience. The vet talked to me w an easy tone, like we were two friends talking about our dogs. I shared my concerns and she validated what I was observing and complimented my care of Linkin. She treated the infection, skin irritation and his liquid filled ears in quick order. The nurse with bill in hand walked in with a detailed explanation along with amazing after care instructions. I was ok with the cost because it came in a little less than the estimation and quite honestly other than the emergency charge, my vet would have charged the same. I'm looking into pet insurance this week! All in all-we came home better than how we left but more importantly we were treated w kindness and understanding which is much appreciated. Overall Grade: A+

I visited Central Coast Pet Hospital and Emergency on June 29, 2025, due to concerns about possible…read moreurinary retention in my cat. A very brief ultrasound was performed, which the staff said might show stones in the kidneys, but no further diagnostics were conducted to confirm an actual blockage. Despite the lack of a thorough evaluation, they immediately proposed a single, costly course of action--catheterization and hospitalization--quoted between $3,000 and $5,800. No less invasive options were discussed, and I was quickly handed financing brochures. The recommendation felt more like a guess than a medically grounded plan, and the overall approach came across as transactional rather than genuinely concerned with my pet's wellbeing. When I hesitated to consent, I was told, "If your cat doesn't have this procedure done, he will die," in a tone that felt more pressuring than informative. The entire interaction felt off--rushed, transactional, and lacking in genuine concern. I ultimately chose to leave and seek another opinion. After declining treatment, I was not allowed to see my cat until I paid my balance--only then was he returned to me. I sought a second opinion from another veterinarian within the next two hours. That vet conducted a thorough exam, confirmed there were no signs of blockage, and advised giving it more time. My cat was playful, eating normally, and showed no signs of distress--completely inconsistent with the diagnosis made by Lizzie Adam, the "veterinarian" at Central Coast Pet Hospital and Emergency. He urinated at home the following day without issue, confirming that the invasive ($3,000-$5,800) intervention was unnecessary. Worse, the medical summary from Central Coast included a claim that I declined treatments (pain meds and bladder expression) that were never offered to me. This kind of inaccurate documentation raises serious ethical concerns. I would not recommend Central Coast Pet Hospital and Emergency. In my experience, their priority did not seem to be the wellbeing of the animal, but rather the financial upsell. I encourage others to read the other negative reviews--many of which echo similar concerns. Veterinary care should be collaborative, honest, and compassionate. Sadly, that was not what I encountered here. Thank you for telling me my cat was "going to die!" He's alive and well--no thanks to your group.

Our amazing little Allie died about 3 weeks ago after being with our family for 14 of her 15 years…read moreof life. She was the only pet my girls ever had and also the only pet my wife ever had, so she was extremely special to all of us. We asked her vet what we should do after she passed at home and they said that they could help us take care of the cremation, if that's what we wanted to do. They asked a few questions in terms of private cremation versus communal and we chose the private. We took Allie over to the vet office and handed her over without really knowing what to expect. A couple of weeks later we received a call that her remains were back and that we could pick them up. I was just so pleasantly surprised and how much care was taken and simply the packaging and presentation to us as a surviving family. The beautiful little cedar box with its little gold lock was perfect. The card to our family and Tlthe cremation certificate gave us peace of mind that Allie was treated with care and respect. I went online to see if I could find out more about Oak Hills Memorial Pet Cremation and was so pleased to see the reviews from others who had had similarly positive experiences. If you find yourself in the same situation my family did 3 weeks ago, be sure to ask your vet about cremation options and put Oak Hills at the top of that list of service providers. You'll be glad you did.

They've serviced all my pets the last 25 years, totally impressed, I'm happy they are here, I felt…read morecomfortable that my pet DeeBo would be in good hands.

As others have mentioned, both the products and business practices have changed considerably since…read morethis was Eden Memorial. Customer service and personal touches provided by Eden Memorial were noticed and were appreciated - and still are 10+ years later. Now, under West Coast Pet Memorial, my calls were not returned, and I received no responses to emails or messages submitted through the website's contact form. Although other memorial options were reportedly available, no one responded when I tried to discuss upgrading before leaving my pet with the veterinarian. I also could not get an answer about whether I could bring my pet to the facility myself. The standard container now appears to be a one-size-fits-all bamboo box for pets up to approximately 40 pounds, identified with an impersonal computer-generated label and barcode. Both my small cat and my 16.3-pound dog were returned in the same-sized box. There is so much extra room inside that the bag of ashes slides from one side to the other. If you wish to open the box to scatter the ashes, you must use a screwdriver to remove a screw and slide the bottom panel open. The cremation of my 16.3-pound dog, including the standard box, cost $263.22. For comparison, the veterinarian who helped him pass charged $168 and was extraordinarily compassionate--taking time to examine him, watch videos showing what was happening at home, and discuss whether any other options remained before beginning the euthanasia process. When this business operated as Eden Memorial, the experience felt much more personal and caring. Calls and emails were answered, and my pets were returned in a way that made me feel they had been treated as beloved family members. Their ashes came in beautiful, size-appropriate wooden boxes with locks. Each included a key tucked inside a small envelope that said, "When you're ready," along with a handwritten identification label, a personal card, and a small heart-shaped, seed-embedded keepsake that could be planted. The boxes from about 10 years ago were size appropriate to the pet - a small cat was returned in a smaller box than my 14lb dog. The current standard box from West Coast Memorial felt far too impersonal for such a special dog, an is exactly the same as the box a smaller cat was returned in a few years ago. I ultimately ordered a replacement for my dog elsewhere for less than $50. It features an image of my dog etched from a photograph, along with his name, dates, and a short memorial quote--and it came out beautifully. If having a personalized urn or keepsake box is important to you, I recommend purchasing one separately. There are many thoughtful and reasonably priced options available through Etsy, Amazon, and other sellers.

When I said goodbye to my Frida the vet reassured me she would be in good hands with Eden while…read morethey handled the cremation process. Her remains were delivered promptly. Price goes by weight and also what 'extras' you'd like to memorialize your pet. Since I'm planning on spreading her ashes, I opted for the basic package. The beautiful wooden urn was a surprise. Thank you Eden.

I took my bulldog in for a cardiac event, and they were very thorough and very kind to her and…read moremyself, especially once I came to decision to euthanize her. They fed her yummy treats and brought her in on a comfy bed. They allow me to spend a couple hours with her and then when it was time to go, she went quietly, so I'm sad, but I'm grateful she was able to spend time with such a considerate group of people they took good care of her.

-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!

Village Vet has been such a meaningful part of our pets' lives over the years. We first came to…read morethem with our Rottweiler, Roxy, when she was very sick. They had all the equipment needed to run tests and figure out what was going on, and every single person we interacted with was kind, patient, and incredibly understanding. When it came time to say goodbye to Roxy, they made one of the hardest moments of our lives feel as peaceful and supported as possible. Their compassion truly meant everything to us. A few years later, we found ourselves in that position again with our 15-year-old Dodger (our Black Mouth Cur). Even though Dodger wasn't an established patient, they treated him with so much care and kindness, as if they had known him his whole life. That meant more than I can put into words. What I appreciate most about Village Vet is how heard and understood they make you feel. Their approach is realistic, down to earth, and genuinely compassionate. Every doctor we've worked with has been wonderful, especially Dr. Edwards. Thank you to the entire Village Vet team for your care, patience, and kindness. You made even the most heartbreaking experiences feel supported and full of compassion. I truly can't recommend you enough.

This place is amazing. All of the staff are super friendly and they get you in fast if there's an…read moreemergency.

Kind and caring at a time of tremendous saddens. Thankful for their services and their compassion…read morefor Bob.

I am so incredibly thankful that you exist and that you provide the gift of in-home care. Because…read moreof you, our sweet Skyler was able to leave this world peacefully, in the comfort of his own home, surrounded by the people, familiar things, and love that he knew. We were able to hold him, comfort him, and be with him until the very end--and I truly could not have given him that without you.

This establishment has offered their services to the Santa Maria shelter to give a free first…read moreexamination. It's a scam. There is not one person who gets out of there without spending money. They start with a high price shot and if you say no they come up with something else. In my case they said my kitten needed antibiotics and charged me $52. The next day I went to another vet and was told to throw them away, they weren't necessary. The shelter has other choices for the free first exam. I have no idea how they are but regardless I would not go to orcutt veterinary hospital.​

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.

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.

I awoke with the fear that my lab might have eaten some of my medications. They took her in and…read moreimmediately started treatment. Thru out the treatment time they were kind and made sure that I understood what the possible problem outcome could be. Thankfully 12 hours later I took home a heathy girl. I want to thank all of the staff who were both kind and knowledgeable and especially Dr Burke for kind and compassionate care. I have used this vet for over 20 years and their high standards have remained.

My dog is now traumatized as they had trimmed her nails way too short . For some ahole to do this…read moreto my dog is incredible. The next time take your fucking time to do it and do it right instead of hacking my dog's nails off. Wtf! Pathetic. Our animals can't speak for themselves when they get abused like this so please do better and not hurt the animals that are coming into your care. Truly pathetic.

Sadie has been Dawna's client for 12 years. We have been blessed with adopting Sadie and with that…read moreassuming Dawna's pet services too. What a blessing and treat all around!!! You can see the love Dawna puts into her furry loves, the professionalism she has in her business, and the know of what she does in all grooming services. We are very pleased, Sadie is too and already has her six week coiffing appointment :D