I've been coming here for over a year now. More recently, my cat has had a mystery injury that is a bit beyond the scope of what they can treat in clinic, but the compassion, the clarity, and dedication I've seen in every vet and technician (and I think I've seen all of them at this point) is why I will gladly be keeping them as my cat's primary care center. I can't recommend them enough, your pet will be in good hands! read more

In the 9 months or so since I've switched vets, I have been repeatedly amazed. From getting our dog spayed, to dental cleaning for our cat, & all the regular check ups in between. They give accurate estimates with a high/low range & haven't exceeded it once. Every staff member loves animals and it shows. They care. It's not about getting every penny they possibly can. They are knowledgeable, transparent & excellent in communicating. I find the staff pleasant and engaging, genuinely kind. Our babies love going here, and we are happy to have such a wonderful place to take them for their needs. It is honestly, repeatedly the best place I've ever taken my little loves. Street parking, never had to park more than a block away. Pricing is fair. I'd recommend this vet office to anyone and everyone. read more

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I don't even know where to begin with how obsessed I am with Buckman Vet. I've been taking my cats to them for a few years now and I have yet to have anything other than a wonderful experience every time. I literally want to leave a positive review after every single interaction I have with the staff lol. They professional, personal, and kind. I think costs are probably in line with other vets, maybe a little cheaper? but the level of care and customer service I've received would justify spending more. That being said, the team at Buckman has never pressured me into any extra costs. They're very transparent with costs, and they're honest when they think a procedure/vaccine needs be done soon, or if it can wait. I've had a couple moments this year where I had some concerns about my cats - I usually send an email and they always email or call me within the hour with the answers I need, emergency appointment scheduled, happy to answer all my questions and problem solve with me over the phone. I once sent an email 10 minute before closing, expecting a response the next morning, and someone responded to me immediately with the information I needed and an emergency appointment scheduled for the next morning. They just really make you feel like you and your pet are their #1 priority. read more

When I adopted Buddy, a friend referred me to her veterinarian, Dr Carr. My friend has worked/volunteered in animal organizations for 20+ years, so her recommendation was similar to Tiger Woods recommending a golf instructor. I wasn't going to question it. Not surprisingly, Dr Carr was initially unavailable, so I went on a wait list. After a few months, we were invited to join the Buckman family. I cannot put into words the love, quality of care, patience, and expertise of the *entire* staff--with a special shoutout to nurse Melanie! Also, I could not hide that I was a very anxious new mom. I was afraid my ignorance would in some way harm Buddy. Dr Carr and the nurses were as gracious, kind, and patient with *me* as much as they were with him. More recently, Buddy has been dealing with gastritis and skin allergies. I quickly discovered that there is an onslaught of information (and possibly misinformation) available from Dr Google. It is a tremendous relief to put the laptop away and have complete faith in Dr Carr's treatment plan. read more

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So grateful for Buckman vet, my boyfriend and I had to take our Australian Shepard Blu in to urgent care shortly after establishing care here. He is a sweet goofball but when he was sick he was 70lbs of uncooperative. The team here has such a great energy, doing everything possible to work with the pet before resorting to sedation and muzzling. We were seen quickly and kept informed on status and cost throughout the experience. When a minor post-visit issue was discovered it was promptly handled and you could tell they really wanted to know how to improve processes -- All the signs of a great team focused on providing the best possible care. We feel like our pup was in great hands. read more

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UPDATE: During the follow up dental, the Dr determined that the sharp upper teeth left in place by Dr. Lord were digging into their lower gums and causing the open sores/lesions. After removing them and suturing up the gums, cats are back to normal. What's most troubling is that Dr Lord didn't check their bite and was dismissive when I specifically mentioned that the upper teeth were sharp and appeared to be causing the issue. Glad I listened to my gut and ignored Dr Lord when she said that their mouths just needed time to "re-mold". read more

Buckman Vet has provided outstanding care for our cats. We have senior kitties each with medical conditions. Our eldest kitty passed away earlier this year and their compassion and care for end of life needs was flawless. We are so grateful that his final days were under their care. Our other senior kitty has had protein allergies and IBS for the last several years; prescription food was enough to manage her symptoms until this past year. She was in a lot of physical pain (dilated pupils, crying) and would spend most of the day/night hiding in dark spaces. Buckman was able to diagnose and treat her pain-- and now she is back to sleeping in the sun. See photo! Look at those narrow pupils! Lastly, I want to give special thanks to the team there for this outstanding service during COVID. Vet techs, support staff and vetrinarians have had one of the worst times during this pandemic. To receive such excellent care under such challenging times-- I don't have the proper words to express my gratitude to them. read more

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Best vet clinic I've ever gone to. Love bringing my kitties here knowing they are getting the best care.

Having a dog- reactive dog and one who is not super compliant with exams (she can wiggle her way out of anything) makes going to the vet pretty stress- inducing. Buckman goes above and beyond to make sure everyone's needs are met and everyone is safe. While they sometimes are booked out a bit, they are quick to reach out and touch base to get more information and make sure something more serious isn't going on. While going to vet isn't ever fun for me or Goose, Buckman makes it a LOT better! Thank you guys for all you do read more

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Not for end of life situations. My cat was failing by the hour. I wanted her put down, now. First they needed a down payment. Then they had to charge to euthanize him. Cremation was more. But first he had to have an exam "TO MAKE SURE WE'RE NOT PUTTING DOWN A GOOD CAT!" Dove-Lewis will put down your beloved pet without questions, for free. They ask for a donation to pay it forward. I donated $150, half of what they wanted here. Plus, this clinic pimps out food, which I find revolting. read more

The owner Valori Johnson & the manager Melanie Lux she appointed (now I know why) are an utter disgrace to veterinary medicine. If you choose to support this clinic see anyone but her if you care about your pet. There are 2 doctors on staff who are great (whose expert care Valori openly disrespected), but overall I would strongly suggest going elsewhere. Valori is in this for power and money...and that's it. Melanie similarly gets off on wielding her power to the detriment of the patients. They both collectively choose ego over empathy for their patients, their humans, or the doctors on staff who actually do care. It's a shame, but there are too many other loving practitioners in this industry for the right reasons to support heartless grifters like this. I'd give zero stars if possible. It's especially disgusting because they deliberately take advantage of the most vulnerable situations. I unfortunately stuck around against my intuition for years because I do appreciated one of the vets until I had to learn the hard way everyone is subjugate to the wrath of Valori and Melanie ultimately. At the very least karma will sort them out somehow. read more

I've taken my cat here a few times now, and everyone who works at Buckman has been wonderful. They've made time for emergency visits, gave me detailed explanations of different treatment options, and are always quick to get back to me when I have questions. My cat has had issues with UTIs and pancreatitis, and every time we've gone in they've helped him quickly get back on his feet (and helped me sleep better). I have a stubborn bengal cat who hates vet visits with a passion, but everyone at Buckman is so sweet to him even when he makes it clear he'd like to murder them. You can tell that everyone who works here truly loves animals, and they're great at what they do! read more

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Dr. Carr is wonderful and of the highest quality when it comes to pet care. She is incredibly knowledgeable and has given our almost 15 year old dog the best treatment that truly turned his life around for the better. So grateful for Dr. Carr and the whole Buckman clinic team! read more

We are so happy that we went to Buckman for a second opinion and now are loyal customers/patient. This is really one of the best customer service experience I have ever had, they are really next level. The staff is so kind, helpful and informed. Our cat really loves the vet and crew. We pay a monthly subscription at a vet down the street and are lock in a contract for a year. Even with that monthly subscription, Buckman Veterinary Clinic was still more affordable. Our kitty's dental surgery and cleaning cost hundreds of dollars less the if we went with our other vet. read more

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While the staff is very friendly, helpful, and responsive at Buckman, I, unfortunately, cannot recommend them if you have an animal that has any sort of anxiety or fear-based reactivity towards people. read more

I have been taking my sweet baby here since she arrived at 10 weeks old and I have been absolutely blown away ever since!!! This place is AMAZING and they give EXCELLENT treatment. They are true life savers too. They are ALWAYS here for us. I am so in love with Buckman I cannot say enough good things. THANKYOU Buckman!! Me and Ripley don't know what we'd do without you. read more

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Holy moly. This was the best vet experience I've ever had. Its exactly what I've been looking for after 2 failed vets I tried working with. The care and transparency is stellar. The attention to detail to not make it feel sterile is amazing. I can feel the staff actually cares and connects to the animals. Also compared to other prices I've experienced, the most affordable. I can't imagine going anywhere else! read more

Awesome group of folks that take great care of my pup! They usually are able to get them in quick if needed - which I'm appreciative of. The doctors there are very down to earth and don't run up your bill with endless tests/treatments. Just a great business to have in the neighborhood! (Also very COVID safe) read more

The older of our two cats was having some trouble getting around, so we needed to find a good vet to get him checked out. I decided to try Buckman Vet, and I'm very glad I did. It's been a crazy three days, and ultimately we had to sadly say our goodbyes to him, but everyone at Buckman Vet is so compassionate and very obviously loves animals. Free treats, down-to-earth consultations, and very thorough care for your pets. We'll miss our Gilly terribly, but we know we brought him to the best vet and they did everything they could for him. read more

Wow, wow and wow! I work in the field of animals, veterinarians and petcare. I haven't seen this level of genuine customer service and love of animals and service to them in a long time. It's so refreshing to see a group of people who work so well together and really love what they do. I also love it when you have a vet that comes into the room and takes over for the tech who has been getting you set up and doesn't treat them like they are invisible, or second-class citizens. It was so good to see that true doctor/tech respect. Wonderful care, reasonable prices, and super kind people. Thank you Buckman Veterinary Clinic - we will definitely be back! read more

I am so happy that I gave Buckman vet clinic a try. Everyone that works there is a gem. Everyone. I have a 16 year old chubby cat & best friend that has been seen by them for palliative care. They have been so understanding when it comes to treatment due to my low income status. I have never had a vet perform services at an extremely reduced rate so that my cat could have some quality of life in his last few weeks. They are in no hurry to get done with the visit & answer all questions honestly & completely. They make you feel like your pet is the most important one in the world. read more

From the Dr., the vet tech to the office staff... everyone who works here is AMAZING. My little one gets the best care, much better than my own medical care via Kaiser Permanente. read more

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i am frustrated with this place as they dont seem to listen at all to our dogs need and every time we go we have a different vet with different recommendations. Just as an example we told the doctor multiple occasions our dog is a picky eater and they always give us chew meds which of course our dog wont eat so we have to goto a diff vet who listens and gives us meds that work for us and then boom 100 dollars down the drain. read more

I have been going to Dr. Valori Johnson since I adopted my special needs dog 2 years ago. When you walk into the clinic is small and welcoming, a huge smile from the gal behind the desk. Boris is blind and has major anxiety so when he is in new places he barks and barks. When Dr. Johnson worked at VCA the receptionists would give me dirty looks while we were waiting here the gal kept asking him what he was barking at and would talk back to him letting me know it didn't bother her which took so much stress off of me. She also came behind the counter to interact with him (she truly loves animals you can tell). There are two separate treat bars, separate ones for cats and dogs. When you are taken back to the room you walk into the exam room and there is a big comfy couch in the back, this made Boris feel even more comfortable. Immediately when Dr. Johnson comes into the exam room she sits on the floor with the dogs, knowing how anxious Boris is she drew his blood in the exam room while allowing him to lay on the couch. She is truly the best, her whole staff is. I highly recommend her especially if you are tired of being judged at other vets if you have a little more difficult going into one. If I could give them a million starts I would, I will never take Boris anywhere else. read more

If you are having issues with your pet, go here. They are very good at pre-determining issues. Thank you so much for your help.

We recently moved to the area and I was looking for a new vet. I basically chose Buckman based on Yelp reviews and its close proximity to my home, and I'm so glad I went! This is the best vet I've been to, and I've already taken 2 of my 3 cats in in the past few weeks. All of the staff are wonderful and they very clearly care about animals. It's such a 180 from my previous vet experiences (out of state). I noticed they also don't nickel-and-dime you on visits -- I was able to bring my cat in for two dental follow-ups and they didn't charge me for those. They also file to my pet insurance on my behalf, which saves me time and effort. Plus, the treat bar and the cat exam room with the fish tank are great. My kitties aren't scared when there's a can of cheese whiz and fish flakes to dine on while they wait to be seen. I'm very happy with Buckman! read more

I highly recommend Buckman Vet Clinic. The moment I walked through the door my kitty was given all types of kitty treats to help him calm down. It's small, bright and the energy here is warm and welcoming. What I really appreciate is Dr. Valori going over everything she recommends for my cat, showing me what's the most important and what can wait. I didn't feel like I was being rung out for a dollar and I really respect that. My Cat can't wait to go back. read more

Dr. Burges and the staff at Buckman Veterinary Clinic are amazing! The care my pooches received was outstanding and stress free. We just moved here and the care both my two dogs and I received (LOL yes me I was stressed about finding a new vet in my new home) ensure me that this is the very best Veterinary practice for us! read more

Staff is extremely friendly and kind and remembers my pup whenever he goes in! Building is nice and exam rooms are amazing. I kind of want to get a cat just so I can drool over the fish tank in their kitty room! They do a really good job making your pet feel comfortable in a place that can be super overwhelming. Lots of treat options and honestly I love that the vets will get down on the pet's level as opposed to doing a balancing act on a metal table. I have a puppy whose gotten all his shots here cause they have a fantastic puppy plan which has made vet care for the fur kid super affordable. I have dealt with a lot of condescending behavior from clinics cause of my job (almost always from the vet ) but the doctors have been kind and helpful if I have questions! Would definitely recommend! read more

So thankful we found Buckman vet! Our pup boog was under great care every time we took him in. All the doctors and staff were always so friendly and helpful. They always were able to accommodate us for appointments within a reasonable time frame. Never felt as if they were trying to sell us on products or added services like we've experienced at other vets. They even have called to check up on our pup to see how he's doing after procedures or when they know he's not feeling well. We're so sad to be leaving the area and not have Buckman near us! I would 1000% recommend Buckman Veterinary! read more

Buckman Clinic was with us on two of our worst days. The first time was when we had to bring in our sickly dog, who was extremely lethargic and not eating for unknown reasons on a weekend. Dr. Johnson ran bloodwork and did her best to figure out what was wrong and immediately told us he needed to be hospitalized. We thought we were going to lose our sweet Bentley that day, but after four days of hospitalization, blood transfusions, and medication (and no real answers), he was stable. Dr. Johnson used her expertise to try to narrow down what could be the cause and diagnosed him with IMHA. She was absolutely wonderful while he was hospitalized as well, as the hospital staff was overworked and weren't great at communicating with us. She was doing her best (even after-hours) to look over records being produced and clarify anything we had questions about or give us the best advice she could with the limited information. Once Bentley came home with us, we continued his care with Buckman and became frequent fliers with his need for constant blood draws and number checks. She and her staff were always super wonderful with him. I can't say enough. We adopted him when he was 4 and he's always been quirky and very anxious. We went from having to muzzle him (precautionary) during his first couple of blood draws, to no muzzle and sometimes no treats necessary. As an owner of an anxious dog, I've never felt particularly comfortable at a vet clinic and used to make my husband take Bentley because it was a poor experience for everyone and I loathed it. That wasn't the case with Buckman. I couldn't begin to count the number of times Bentley and I went to the vet over the last six months, but there was never a bad visit; even if there was bad news for my boy. Our Bentley Boy fought a good six months but his body gave out on him. Dr. Johnson helped us through the process of discussing what the future could hold for him if we continued treatment. There were always options with her and we never felt pressured. Rather, we felt supported to do what was best for our dog which is what I think anyone would hope to feel for a vet treating their fluffy companion. We euthanized him this week, and again, we felt nothing but support from everyone. Heather was absolutely lovely comforting "her Baby B" for the last time. Everyone was wonderful. Tears were shed and honestly, in the end - no matter how much we will remember that it was an awful day - all the staff made it more bearable because they instilled, one last time, just how loved Bentley was. When our family is ready for another dog, we'll be back without question. read more

Buckman Vet has been great for our multiple pets - the doctors and nurses are top-notch as well as empathetic. Also the front desk staff are friendly and helpful. Highly recommended! read more

Every single person on staff - from all the vets - to the techs-to the front desk staff are friendly, love animals, and create a great environment for pets. I brought my dog in for the last two years of her life, and the vets really cared for her. Now I have a new dog, and I can't imagine going anywhere else. The attention, thoroughness, and care they show pets is unlike any other vet I've been to. read more

I am so happy that Dr. Valori Johnson opened her own Veternarian clinic. She is an outstanding practitioner, professional and knowledgeable in all areas of veternarian care. I have been a client for over 10 years, and before that, a client of her husband, Dr. Chris Johnson. I cannot emphasize enough how wonderful they both are, however Dr. Chris is no longer practicing. I am so lucky to have Dr. Val as my vet. Her new clinic is beautiful. She has all new equipment for surgery. She has separate rooms for dogs and cats with a fish tank to entertain both felines and their humans. The vet tech and front desk person cannot be more caring and loving. I absolutely recommend the Buckman Clinic with all my heart. And you will love Dr. Val as well. read more

Brought in a stray cat- they were so caring and wonderful with a cat that was not even a "client" - very clear the people working there love animals. Will be a regular when we have a pet! read more

Buckman fit my cat in immediately when I described his symptoms. Super friendly and helpful staff. They took the time to compare different approaches and prices to treat my cat. We will definitely be returning :) read more

Nice spot friendly staff, very professional and will go out of their way to get your pet in same day if you really need to. That being said, it's the most expensive vet I have ever been to. If it were more affordable I would give it 5 stars. Until that gets addressed they are going to price out quite a few people that live in the area. For normal checkups and medication refills we will be seeking other accommodations, but in case of emergency it's nice to know they are there. read more

We had such a good experience with Dr Johnson at an emergency vet years ago. So when she opened her own business we couldn't wait to follow her there. She works so well with our chronically ill dog. And her staff have all been amazingly responsive, accomodating, skilled and compassionate. I love that my dog gets to sit on a couch in the exam room, makes her way more relaxed. read more

I recently moved to town and was looking for a vet for my elderly Great Dane. Buckman Vet Clinic had great reviews and is close to my home. My girl had a bad UTI and suffers from hip problems and arthritis. I had wanted to find a vet that was familiar with Danes and, by coincidence or fate, Dr Johnson has a female dane. What are the chances?? Everyone at Buckman was super nice, warm, friendly and welcoming. The place is super cute and actually had a treat bar (?!) for dogs. We were seen right away and Dr Johnson was professional, accessible and compassionate. My dog is totally phobic of being at vet and everyone was patient and understanding. I'm so glad I found such a great vet and clinic that I trust and enjoy visiting. I highly recommend this place, Dr Johnson and her team. read more

Very lovely staff. Lots of treats and tricks. Very upfront about what they wanted or recommended and why and cost.