I wish I could give 100 stars. Dr. Watson was so amazing and compasionate in our time of sorrow…read more She came in and explained the procedure and allowed my wife to hold our dog. My kids were able to pet her and love on her as our beloved slowly passed. No pain. No suffering. We owed this to our love. Being comfortable in our home. No dog likes the vet clinic. She was at peace. Thank you Dr. Watson!

So, unfortunately, Dr Watson was not a good match for me. However, she may be for you. Personally,…read moreI do agree with the other review who mentioned that they didn't feel she felt empathy or compassion, and seemed quick to administer all medications. She seemed annoyed and in a hurry. She was late, so maybe she was in a hurry, so she wouldn't be late to the next appointment. If you're looking for a vet to come and be a vet and administer medications, you may be a good fit. If you're looking for a more compassionate experience, you may not be. One thing I had a major problem with was her decision to administer an oral sedative. I watched the video on her website to know what to expect. My experience was not like that video. I didn't even know an oral sedative was an option. She said she was going to inspect the patient to see what type would be best. I told her not oral. He hated oral medications. I didn't want his last moment to be forced to do something he hates. She insisted because supposedly the injection would cause pain. I should have insisted. Because my poor boy was so weak, he was out as soon as she administered the medication. His last moment was her forcing that nasty medication into his mouth, and then he was just... gone. I thought I would at least have a minute or two while the sedative was talking effect, to say goodbye. But, no. I obviously have no proof, but I felt like she did that because the oral would take effect quicker than the injection. I had a feeling the night before and morning of that I should cancel and look for someone else to come later that day, or the next day. I should have followed my gut. I wish I paid her $450 to cancel on the spot, as soon as I felt the energy was off. One reason I chose her is because I like the crematorium she partners with, and what they offer. However, when I called them, they said her pick ups are Tuesday and Friday. So, my cat being euthanized on a Tuesday would be sitting in her morgue until Friday, when they pick him up. Then, I would be able to do a viewing and "next day" cremation Monday. I couldn't bare the thought of my boy laying in a morgue all week. I opted to take him in myself. The second she told me she had a body bag for him, that she would carry him out in, I knew my decision was the right one. I took him myself that day, had a viewing for him the next day, and paid for same day cremation. Also, one reason I chose her was because of the clay paw print. But, I think it looks terrible. I am glad I opted for in home euthanasia. I would personally not use Dr Watson again. However, she may be a good fit for you

When I brought my Dog to Dr. Slaton's hospital she was very sick. Diagnosed with cancer and…read morebattling days long GI troubles that turned to Pneumonia. It was an emergency and they were willing to take her in and treat her urgently without an appointment and despite having a very busy day. Dr. Slaton saw her right away and was honest with us about her condition at this point and recommended what was best. We decided to try hospitalization for the day and see if she would improve. It was a relief knowing she was finally receiving proper care. They treated her as best as they could and administered medications other hospitals we took her to all the days prior didn't bother offering. She unfortunately did not respond to the medications, she was already so ill. We brought her back first thing in the morning. Dr Slaton and his team made her last moments on earth peaceful for all of us. I am grateful to now know about this practice and will be bringing my future pets to see Dr. Slaton. I wish I had brought her to see him a week sooner (and not the other places I took her to.) I know things would have ended differently. -Thank you for taking such good care of our Pepper girl

Stay away, have been going there a few years and the service you receive is below par. Terrible…read morefollow up and expensive. They do a great job marketing themselves but that is what they are best at. We recently went to Newbury Park Veterinary Clinic and the visit was night and day different. Very thorough, explained options, gave guidance, suggested a conservative approach. Also was surprised a couple blood tests weren't run based on his breed and predisposition to a couple syndromes.

I cannot say enough about Peaceful Paws and the care they provided during one of the hardest…read moremoments of my life. Dr. Chan was incredibly patient, gentle, and compassionate, treating my dog with such dignity and love. What truly set them apart was the entire team...every phone call and text I sent was met with kindness, calm, and genuine care. They made me feel supported and held through an experience that felt unbearable. I had reached out to several places, and I am beyond grateful that I chose Peaceful Paws. I don't typically write reviews, but their level of compassion and going above and beyond during this time meant so much to me. I will never forget it.

I am reluctantly leaving this review after a really heartbreaking experience on Friday…read more We had an appointment scheduled for an in home euthanasia for our sweet senior dog. We were okay paying so much in order to have his final moments be comfortable at home rather than on a cold clinic table, but we had a pretty awful experience. When witnessing this service in the past from other practitioners, a sedative was given to the dog prior to the lethal injection via IV. For our appointment however, the vet explained that a sedative comes before the lethal injection, but instead of setting up an IV for that, she abruptly stuck him in the back with a needle. He began yelping and crying out in pain and frantically running all over our home VERY distressed. It was at this time that the vet informed us it was likely burning and itching inside of him, despite not warning us about that. I went to grab him and bring him back to the couch so I could hold him and she did the same thing again, causing the same reaction. By the time I got ahold of him and brought him back to the couch again to hold him in my arms he was so sedated he was basically already gone. Completely limp and comatose. I tried my best to position him on my lap on the couch while she did the lethal injection, but at that point he was pretty much gone. So his last moments were spent in pain, burning and itching, crying and confused, and running to find somewhere to hide. It did not feel humane and did not bring us any sort of peace about the already impossible decision. We are both heartbroken because he was truly so innocent and sweet and we went out of our way to try to ensure his final moments were filled with peace and dignity like he deserved, but instead we watched him pass in a state of fear and terror. I'm still a bit in shock over how it all went down, but I wanted to share this feedback for anyone considering going the same route. Respectfully, I would look elsewhere.

There are no words that fully capture how grateful we are for Comfort Paws Mobile Vet and the care…read morethey provided during one of the hardest moments of our lives. On very short notice, on a Saturday night--Valentine's Day--they traveled an hour to our home to help us say goodbye to our beloved dog, Griffin. From the moment they arrived, Dr. Bharat Kumar and Zaneta Rocha brought a sense of calm, compassion, and quiet understanding that we so desperately needed. We were complete emotional wrecks, and they met us exactly where we were--with kindness and patience. The entire experience was incredibly peaceful. They created a space that felt gentle and respectful, allowing Griffin to pass comfortably at home, surrounded by love. It never felt rushed or clinical--just deeply human and full of care. One thing that deeply stood out was Dr. Kumar's use of Reiki techniques alongside the traditional medications. It added an extra layer of calm and intention to the experience, and you could truly feel the care and presence he brought to Griffin in those final moments. Dr. Kumar's holistic, thoughtful approach and Zaneta's warmth and presence made an unimaginable situation feel just a little more bearable. We will always be thankful for the dignity and compassion they gave Griffin--and for the support they gave us. If you are ever faced with making this heartbreaking decision, I cannot recommend Comfort Paws Mobile Vet enough. They truly provide a gift in the way they care for both pets and their people.

I had high hopes thinking the $100 drive out fee would be well worth the speed and convenience a…read moremobile vet van could provide (on top of a $80 vet visit fee). Sadly, both the Vet and the tech were not speedy, not convenient, and I have no clue why they have a mobile van if they don't provide their services to clients in the actual van which is nuts to me. Quick summary: I HIGHLY DONT RECOMMEND. They are EXTREMELY EXPENSIVE (way over market and normal vets), you will be pay at least $100 + $80 for them to just see your dog, and if your dog literally needs actual medical services besides the normal routine wellness needs then they don't have the capability to help you but likely will still provide medical care to take your money but according to the vet tech "you must still pay the $180". Heads up: $5 per pill for Clavaillin is price gouging at $150 30 pills. Pet smart & Chewy has it for $2.79 with a total of $83.7 I would have saved $67 using chewy! Cytopoint injections for large breeds need two shots and at my vet they total $147.50 and I was charged $189 so a delta of 32.50 Another reason: they didn't have a simple antibiotic my dog needed and I mentioned to please send to chewy and the vet tech LITERALLY went off on how she refuses to send prescriptions to chewy due to a personal issue (I honestly stopped listening because she was going in a diatribe about a company I love). When I told her unfortunately I have never had an issue with chewy and since she is not the vet and does not write the script I am going to have to request the vet send it there (she was telling me who I can't do business with in my house). At this point and hour In and no help to my dog as the vet tech won't stop talking. Finally after some encouragement from me to the vet I just asked for some allergy shots as I wanted them to get out of my house. They wanted to clean the wound and asked to use MY PRODUCTS to do so. I ended up being scammed out of $500+ for a literal shot and an antibiotic because within 3 day that wound opened and pus was every were and I had to take her to the ER for another $500+. They have paperwork that says if they feel they can't treat your dog then they will refer you to an outside doctor, I wish they had done that, because if they did I wouldn't have been scammed out of $500.

My (third) senior pup and I are so looking forward to see Dr Gonzalez again this week for his 6…read moremonths preventative / well-being check up.. This is not my first review of our beloved Dr G, and I just recommended her to 6 more people again just these past 2 weeks. I always say to people I give her card to: "you will discover she is an Earth Angel - if she moved to a different town, I'd take my pup there... When you find a great vet, they are Gold! She's not only compassionate, present and knowledgeable, but also she does not oversell." Besides all the regular check ups, Dr G. has performed 2 substantial surgeries on my pup in the last 8 years, and has been extremely kind, providing valuable reassuring step-by-step updates throughout, especially aware that I had lost my beloved first dog, (with a different vet), when he did not make it through the anesthesia... In the 8 years Dr G. has been our one and only vet; everyone I have sent to Dr G. has fallen in love with her, and has thanked me for the referral. I trusted Dr G and her small compassionate team with the euthanasia of my precious second dog, Handsome. She is truly an Angel on Earth. At her Chatsworth location, I love that she's created a lovingly cozy "home environment" for the euthanasia experience. That it so needed during that deeply emotional time, and more veterinary offices ought to follow her example. I found her many years ago when I was dissatisfied with a busy veterinary front desk in Sherman Oaks, after they had made errors in my first dog's chart. Unfortunately he passed, and I learned that finding the RIGHT professional truly makes ALL the difference. So yes, I drive from Sherman Oaks. Gratefully so :) I am thankful that my cherished pups are her patients. Her ethics, her care, her kindness, her knowledge, her integrity - she's our number 1!!!

We are incredibly grateful to Gemcore Veterinary Services for the compassion and care they showed…read moreduring one of the hardest days of our lives. Dr. Gonzalez was kind, patient, and thorough, taking the time to explain each step of the euthanasia process. She ensured our dog's maximum comfort throughout, even creating a makeshift pillow so he could rest peacefully. We were heartbroken, but her understanding and gentle approach gave us comfort while making the process completely painless and stress-free for our giant furbaby. She was available the same day and brought in a caring team afterward to respectfully and compassionately assist with our 132-pound dog. The thoughtfulness, professionalism, and empathy shown by Gemcore made an unbearable moment a little more bearable. We are deeply grateful and highly recommend them to anyone seeking a veterinary team that truly cares.

I have no words to express my gratitude. From the moment I made that difficult call and spoke with…read moresweet Sherry (sp?) who was so very helpful, then my comforting talk with Dr. Shea, who was so wonderful and understanding, and above all completely honest with my Stella's overall condition, I couldn't have made this choice without her, I was completely lost and inconsolable. Dr. Shea was my guide in my time of need. When the final day came, Dr. Erica came to our home. She is this beautiful angel, with the most kind and gentle voice. She helped us walk our precious Stella over the Rainbow bridge in the beauty of silence, reverence, and peace, it was so beautiful. Dr. Erica sent us the most amazing sympathy card a few days later that touched my heart deeply. Honor Pet has not only been there throughout this difficult journey, but their kindness, compassion, professionalism and guidance have meant more to me and my family than they can ever know. Today, Stella is back home at her final resting place, where she belongs...they sent her home to us in this incredible Honor box which carried her remains, a mini glass bottle of her fur, a candle to burn if/when I need to feel her presence, a digital print of her beautiful little "chocolate chip nose" we all loved and adored, a package of Forget-Me-Not seeds to plant in her honor, and a letter conveying their deepest sympathy for our great loss. It was all so overwhelming and thoughtful. If anyone is faced with such a difficult decision as this, and you are like me, confused and doubting whether you're making the right end-of-life choice, I cannot recommend Honor Pet enough. I promise, you will be blessed and given the truth and confidence as to when that right time comes. Stella never suffered, because Dr. Shea went over her symptoms/behavior, but when she started showing signs that she was ready, I recognized them and knew. My Stella no longer is suffering... The devastation over losing a beloved pet cannot be fully described in words, other than this: "Grief is the Price we Pay to Love." I love you my sweet girl, wait for me.

Everything was really great until after the euthanasia. They got us in pretty quick with a rush…read moresurcharge and the doctor who came was empathetic and patient as she walked us through everything. She explained that my dog's ashes should be ready in 2 weeks. At 2 weeks, we called them for an update. They said there was a delay. We called them again at 3 weeks. Still not ready. We called again around 3.5 weeks and they said a few more days. At 4 weeks we received an email saying our boy was ready and we went to go pick him up. It was quite stressful calling in over those two weeks of delay to figure out if and when my dog's ashes would be ready. A proactive message from their side would've made the experience a lot better as we needed to keep calling in to figure out what was happening while also grieving. The box we received back was lovey with a candle, hair clippings, flower seeds, and urn. I do wish the digital nose print was more accurate in terms of the size. He's a small dog and the print is just a bit blown up to the size of a larger dog.. but nonetheless it was a nice box which included several things.

I absolutely cannot recommend Comforting Creatures enough! From start to finish during this…read moreextremely difficult time, Ann, Erica, and Shana made this experience so comfortable for our family. The compassion and heartfelt care was clear from the first phone call. They went above and beyond and I am so grateful for Dr Shana agreeing to come give our sweet boy a peaceful transition. Timing and location were big factors and she graciously accommodated. It was everything and more than I could hope for because she is so kind, loving and thorough and it showed through and through for the entire process. This is the kind of person you want for a hard time such as this, along with her truly wonderful staff. A million thanks!

This is the third time I've been at the side of a pet euthanized at home and the first time Dr…read more Shana was the vet. She is born for this work. Her capacity to attune my beloved cat, Ollie, myself and all the friends who attended was unparalleled. Her presence, compassion, care and skill left me feeling that this heartbreaking passage was simultaneously excruciatingly beautiful. It felt perfect. I am so very grateful to have found her. Thanks to all that came before me and took the time to recommend her. I'm glad I took your advice.

Dr. Campione is a gift! She traveled to our home to care for our elderly cat Kyle who needed…read morefrequent treatments, and he loved her (as did we). She has a gentle touch and is the best vet we've ever worked with. It is much easier and more comfortable for pets to be treated by a veterinarian who travels to your home. This is 100% the way to go! No more stressful trips to the vet that can be traumatizing for your animal. Our cat lived to be more than 20 years old with Dr. Campione's care. When the time came for him to pass away, she was right there exactly when we needed her with deep kindness, support and humanity. We are thankful to her, and we highly recommend her services to all pet owners in LA!

Thank you, Dr. Campione, for your compassion and empathy during such a difficult time. It's really…read morechallenging to find a doctor who can make emergency at-home visits on such a short notice. And Dr. Campione answered right away.