I have been taking my dog Max there for years.. First when I lived in Princeton, I went to the…read moreBarrington Oaks there. Then when I moved back to the cities 5 years ago, I started taking him to the Barrington Oaks/Elk River Clinic. (It's worth the drive!). Dr. Sara has been amazing! She is patient, kind, caring and loving with Max. She has always been honest with me about his current needs and what his future needs may be. (He's had/has quite a few medical issues). She really listens to my concerns, answers all my questions so I understand everything and makes me feel at ease! Max loves her and trusts her.. Max will be turning 15 years old in January, but people think he's so much younger! Max and I appreciate her and everything she's done for us in the past years. Actually, I have to make an appointment right now for a check-up. See you soon Dr. Sara! Thank you Barrington Oaks!! Pam & 'Max' Miner

after years of their overpriced treatment for a medically fragile 21 (at time of death) cat, they…read moresent a palm plant as a "condolence". there was no card with the name of the plant, so i called barrington oaks to find out what kind of palm it was. certain palms are literally DEADLY to cats . . . and i just wanted to be sure, yanno? i was told they had no idea what type of plant it was, that they left that up to the plant company's discretion. i asked how they could leave such a potentially deadly decision up to a third party distributor? their response was if i was "so concerned to just bin the plant" so, due to my direct concern, their sensitive customer service (HA!) person decided (again, after YEARS of treatment at costs literally three times or more than the current treatment another medically fragile cat is receiving at another vet) that my concern was enough to warrant a "do not see" tag. well - jokes on them. we only used them for their extremely close proximity to the house in case of emergencies, and a "do not see" affects them only, as the other 9 animals in the household have, and are being seen (for five years now) at a vet that is way better, and much more affordable. prior to arriving in this town, i had seen another cat and dog vet for 22 years, and an actual CVA bird vet for 12 - so i know it wasn't ME. bottom line . . . barrington oaks is three, sometimes four, times as expensive, are not really that great of a vet hospital, they have a lady that "sees" birds there that charges CVA prices, but is not, in fact, a CVA (CERTIFIED AVAIN VET) and are so extremely sensitive with client concerns that if you so much as question anything of, for, or by them . . . they just can't handle that. if you have money to throw away while being expected to kiss their ass without any questions what so ever- have at it. but you have been warned.

I just had the best visit with owner April at Shooting Star Services in Elk River!…read more If you you have specific needs for training, treats and food...this is the spot!! I came here for three reasons: 1) I have a dog that pulls on the leash and she was able to fit my corgi properly with a harness (because I was certain I was doing it wrong.) and she gave me tips and encouragement to continue training for better behaviors. 2) I am super picky about ingredients in dog food and treats and she was able to give me a ton of insight to confirm my research and suggest some things to pay attention to. 3) Lastly, my dog is a chewer and I have been scared that most options out there have the risk of tooth breakage. April was able to give me lots to think about and had good options on what else would work for us.

April treats our dog as family! She is friendly and our dog loves going there. We are blessed to…read morehave someone who treats our dog so well.

I've been generally very happy with the level of care at Companions Animal Hospital. The staff is…read moreknowledgeable, compassionate, and thorough, and I appreciate that they are AAHA accredited -- something only a small percentage of clinics achieve. That accreditation really matters when it comes to emergencies or situations requiring surgery, because it means they follow strict standards for safety, anesthesia, cleanliness, diagnostics, and medical protocols. If you want top‑tier care for serious or urgent issues, this is absolutely the place to be. I was offered one of their Canine Wellness Packages, and while the flyer was helpful, I didn't receive much detail about the terms, conditions, or exclusions beyond what was printed. I like to fully understand what I'm signing up for, especially when it comes to annual plans. I purchased the $432 Wellness Package, which includes two comprehensive wellness exams, two intestinal parasite screenings, internal organ function screening, and 5% off additional services. The flyer shows there is also a $663 Enhanced Package, but I wasn't offered that option during my visit. For reference, I spent $3,557.73 last year on my middle‑aged chiweenie, and the wellness plan saved me $1,404.59 -- which is impressive for a healthy dog with no chronic conditions. She only had a few minor issues like diarrhea from eating something she shouldn't have. I can see how this plan might be even more valuable for dogs with chronic medical needs, but for my situation, it was still a meaningful savings. Companions also accepts direct pay from Trupanion, which makes expensive emergencies far less stressful because you don't have to pay everything upfront. They also accept CareCredit, which is helpful if you need assistance with payments. I also really like their app -- being able to chat with staff and book appointments directly is incredibly convenient. That said, due to financial reasons, I'll only be bringing my dog to Companions for true emergencies going forward. For routine vaccinations and annual checkups, I recommend looking into a prepaid plan through Petco's Vital Care Premier, which offers unlimited exams and discounted vaccinations at a much lower cost. Overall, Companions Animal Hospital provides excellent care, especially for emergencies or complex medical needs. Their AAHA accreditation gives me confidence, and their staff has always treated my dog with kindness and professionalism.

We had adopted a cat from a shelter. There were health issues after a few days. Dr Anne agreed…read moreto see the cat on short notice and donated some services, in support of us being an adopter of an animal needing a home. This clinic obviously cares about the bigger picture...helping animals in need over making big bucks. That is the type of business I like to see supported by animal lovers.

So comforting to have this done at home. When you're already devastated by the loss of your beloved…read morefriend, they take away the added stress by coming to your home where your pet is most comfortable. So kind and caring. She explained everything as she went and gave us the time we needed to say our goodbyes.

Dr Tracy has the most compassionate, patient and caring nature. She is excellent dealing with…read morestressed and grieving pet parents in a responsive and educational manner. This is a super painful and tough decision to make, but her kindness and patience with my struggles about when is the right time made it possible to do what was the most compassionate for my cat. She worked to schedule a good time, and when I needed more time at the very end, she was kind and patient until I was ready. She included a paw print and kindly sent a condolence card afterwards. This veterinarian was so accepting and non judgmental at a very vulnerable time, that she was a gift to me and my precious cat. I can't imagine anyone else to do this tough job when folks are so emotional. You can't go wrong with Dr Tracy at Blue Skies, she will treat your vulnerable pet with deep loving care.

Overpriced. Suggested care for my dog that wasn't necessary and was expensive.read more

very very high priced, and not always a doctor there.. dennis the owner is awesome for a vet doctor…read morereally like him.. but princeton vet needs work... not there for u on an emergency even when they r still open.. i would not recommend them..

My son and I had a wonderful experience with this breeder Michelle. We were invited to her home and…read morehad the opportunity to see the kittens that would become available. Michelle is full of the knowledge we needed as we have never had a bengal before. We asked all of the questions to help us decide if this was for us and after learning what we did we decided this is definitely what we want. We picked out a beautiful little brown rosetted female and had to wait a couple weeks for her to be able to leave her mother. We named her Artemis (aka Artie). She is very well socialized which is critical for a young kitten. She is highly intelligent and curious about her surroundings and what is going on outside while looking out every window. Artie loves to be held and cuddled to which we give her plenty of both. We thank Michelle so much for raising these beautiful little ones and her devotion and love for them shines through when you observe her interaction with them. Thank you Michelle for running such a professional cattery and being so up-to-date on everything a new buyer could want to know. We love Artie so much that we put down a deposit on another one.

We purchased a Bengal Kitten from this business, a local cattery that has been in business about…read moreone year. We agreed to make the purchase when kitten was two weeks old, with an agreement to complete the purchase when the kitten was 8 weeks old. When it came time to pick up the kitten, we were surprised at how small it was. We learned from veterinary records provided by Stillwater Premier Bengals and from our visits to our veterinarian, that the kitten had not gained any weight in the two weeks between 6 weeks of age and 8 weeks of age when we took possession. Also, the kitten appeared to be malnourished to the point that its whiskers had not started growing. Two days later, the kitten developed diarrhea, and the diarrhea became much worse over the next few days to the point that we took a very runny stool sample to our veterinarian. Analysis of the stool sample confirmed that the kitten had coccidiosis which is an intestinal parasite that needs treatment. The kitten was also severely dehydrated from the diarrhea. Our veterinarian said that the coccidiosis came from the cattery. We informed Stillwater Premier Bengal Cats of this, and their response was that this was not a problem, and they refused to compensate us for our veterinary bills. We have since spent several hundred dollars dealing with this issue. We have successfully treated the coccidiosis, yet, even two months later, we are still treating the diarrhea with a special prescription diet because of damage to the kitten's intestinal tract. We learned by asking for additional veterinary records, that the cattery had treated the kitten with Albon which is an antibiotic used to treat Coccidia for 9 days, ending just before we took possession. The cattery did not run any stool samples to verify if the parasite had been eliminated, and they did not inform us of this. In other words, the cattery knew that they were delivering a sick kitten to us.

Hidden Acres Pet Resort truly feels less like a kennel and more like a private retreat for pets…read more Set on a massive, private property, it's essentially a country club-style hotel for your furry family members. We vetted several places before our trips, and each time our dogs stayed here, they came home happy, relaxed, and clearly well cared for. The staff is exceptional, genuinely kind, and attentive, which shows in every interaction. The facility itself is spacious, and we loved that they walk the dogs right at drop off to help them get acclimated and comfortable. During our recent holiday trip, our teenage son checked in on them, and the staff happily texted photos of the pups playing in the snow and having the time of their lives. Grooming was another highlight. Both dogs came home freshly trimmed, brushed, and looking fantastic. The only drawback is not having a live camera system to check in visually while you're away, which would add an extra layer of reassurance, though we fully trust they're in great hands. Overall, it's comforting to know our pets get a luxurious staycation when we're gone, and judging by their happy returns, they're just as spoiled there as they are at home. What can I say? Hidden Acres is truly PAWsome.

Highly recommend. Our dog loves it so much that we can't tell him when we're headed there or he…read morestarts barking and pawing the windows in excitement!

This was my first time needing pet cremation service, and was lucky to find this place. The owner…read morewas very kind and compassionate. When I pulled into the easy to find location, there was a dedicated parking place for the pet owner. They make you a nice photo of your pet that you provide, along with a paw print. They have some nice options available, including a keepsake coin that we decided to do. 5 stars all the way.

From the owner: Companions For ever Pet Cremation Service provides Pet Cremation Services in the St. Cloud,…read more Alexandria, Brainer, Willmar, and Central Minnesota areas.

The scheduling to installation was done in a week. Quick efficient and flexible…read moreThe tech explained well and the support system was good The dog had initial adjustment issues with the fence and level. The text and phone phone support was quick The control board can be better with correction levels done without removing the front panel The cost could be little bit lower Overall the dog is well adjusted to the boundary and less hassles of managing. The dog enjoys leash free running! I would recommend them

From the owner: Hi! I am Brad Torgerson the owner and founder of Hidden Fence of the Midwest, Inc. I install the…read moreprofessional line of pet fencing by Dog Watch, Inc. Much like the Invisible Fence Brand system, I surround pets with the freedom they deserve and offering you the pet owner the comfort knowing your pet is safe and at home with the longest battery life in the industry. I install all year round and even in the lake! Contact me today for a free estimate and plan on having a worry-free experience. Guaranteed!