Dr. Walker and her staff were wonderful! Friendly, helpful and kind. I've been needing a new vet since my old place changed to emergency care and surgery only. I am so glad I found this place and highly recommend it. read more

We've been bringing our pup here for over a year and have consistently had positive experiences. Everyone, from the front desk to the techs and the vet, is kind, trustworthy, and helpful. They readily answer questions over the phone, make scheduling appointments easy, and keep everything straightforward. read more

What truly sets this animal hospital apart is the genuine love and affection they have for animals. They treated my dogs as if they were their own, showering them with love, patience, and gentle care. It was evident that they truly cared about their well-being and wanted to ensure their comfort throughout the entire process. Thank You! Chrissy Womack read more

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Dr Walker, Dr Rojo, and the entire Team at MRAH continue to give our pups the very best care for going on 15 years and multiple fur babies. They always go the extra mile, research, stay late to call us when they know we are anxiously awaiting test results, offer multiple solutions and options. They have helped us hold our babies when we had to help them across the Rainbow Bridge. I cannot imagine the emotional toll this must take and we are more grateful than we know how to express. We are not dollar signs and we are not a number. The doctors, technicians, and administrative support team all care so much and give so much of their heart and soul. We are lucky for the level of treatment and care provided. read more

We have been taking our dogs here for many years and have received the best care. We trust Dr. Walker with our dogs and value the time she spends carefully evaluating them and ensuring our needs are met. Highly recommend this location to other pet owners. read more

Dr. Walker cared for our late pup Marfa until her very last. We faced numerous health obstacles as Marfa began to age and Dr. Walker went above and beyond for us with every visit, extending patience and compassion that truly brought me to tears on more than one occasion. I can't say enough good things about this practice and am incredibly grateful that our Marfa was treated by the very best at Manchaca Road Animal Hospital. read more

Took our rescue and our new kitten here, and they're all fantastic. So patient with questions and quick to address any concerns anytime.

I recently had to take my dog in for a bite that needed to be treated. Because they didn't have any appointments available, I had to schedule an "emergency" appointment even though it wasn't an emergency. The price for a normal exam is $80. An emergency appointment is $214. When I asked Dr. Rojo if she could alter the price because it wasn't an "emergency", she told me I could take it to another vet. She was very rude. I will not be going here again. read more

Manchaca Road Animal Hospital - Veterinarians Near Me - Austin, Texas

I love Dr. Rojo! I have complicated pets with all different needs and personalities and Dr. Rojo treats them all with excellent care. She explains everything in detail and provides helpful tips for solving problems. The entire crew (front office, vet techs, etc.) are all an amazing crew. If you're looking for quality vet care in a small office where people remember who you are, then you should definitely go to Manchaca Road Animal Hospital. read more

Dr. Walker, Dr. Rojo, and team have taken care of our three cats for about four years, and I'm always impressed with the quality of care. After each visit, I receive a prompt phone call from the vet, and the entire team is patient and willing to listen and answer questions along the way. Grateful to have them in the neighborhood, and so thankful for the love and care they provide to our animals. read more

I brought my cat in with a leg injury, likely from getting caught while climbing. I liked the friendliness of the staff and doctor, and the care seemed fine. But the bill was shocking. $450 for sedation, exam, 2 xrays. It bothered me that I was not warned how much the xrays would cost ahead of time. So, good care, but beware of the price tag! read more

I had a great experience taking my 14-year-old cat here yesterday. They were able to get me in quickly for a neck rash due to flea bites and also a regular checkup. Because of Covid, they came to my car to pick up my cat and had me stay in the car. They said I could run errands or just hang out for about 45 minutes. After 45 minutes, the vet called me and took her time telling me in detail what she thought about my cat's neck and recommending next steps. She was very patient while I asked questions and just seemed so sweet. Then they brought my cat back out. I am so glad I decided to go here, and will be making an appointment for my other cat to go for her annual checkup. read more

I was looking for a neighborhood vet without the "money grab" mentality of the corporate vets. This place is worse. At my first visit, they administered a bordatella vax without telling me - that is not a mandatory vaccination and I should have been asked if I wanted it. They will not work with Chewy for heartworm meds - Then try to get you to use their online pharmacy. I agreed to it for efficiency sake and they prescribed a heartworm Med that was 4x the cost of the one I was buying on Chewy. I said no that is not what I ordered and I just wanted what I was trying to order from Chewy, They made me physically come in to pick up a written Rx for heartworm meds to MAIL to Chewy. Or, I could buy from them and pay a higher price. I was told they don't know if Chewy stores their meds at the proper temperature. That is just a sales tactic and is absurd. I've used Chewy for heartworm meds for over 30 years and I've never had a dog with heartworm. They also gave my dog a generic RX without telling me and just put "thyroid medicine" on the bottle. I have found another vet in south Austin that recommends Chewy to save his patients money that my pets will be going to. read more

DR. WALKER AND STAFF ARE AMAZING! I would highly recommend this vet! When my Aussie was bitten by a rattlesnake, the staff not only provided my girl with top-notch care, they also took extra time to educate me on the healing process. Dr. Walker personally called me several evenings to check in on my dog's status and wound care. Staff members were helpful in follow-up appointments and helped make sure I could treat this very serious condition as affordably as possible. Unlike other vets in Austin, Manchaca Road always seems to have conveniently available appointments. They are often able to get me in the next day. Staff members are also very accommodating of my anxious dog's special needs and try hard to bond with my Aussie during visits so that she has a good experience. I cannot say enough about Dr. Walker and the team's exceptional customer service and care! read more

Hands down- Best vet I've ever gone to. They truly care and I fully trust them with my 14yr old beagle-Aussie mix Ben. Ben had a little health scare during Covid and Dr.Rojo and staff made me feel so at ease the second I called hysterically crying not knowing what I was gonna do for my sweet closest companion. They called me every step of the way and I felt that his care was more than fairly priced for how much love and attention they gave to him and how supportive they were every step of the way. I'm back again today picking up a cone because someone has a hotspot..... but once again They've made Ben and I feel like family. I'd definitely recommend them to anyone looking to leave their their kiddos in good hands read more

Dr. Walker was just amazing with my baby boy Machito. He was a rescued animal and I took him there for care. My furbaby was in poor health, and she was so caring and comforting. We tried our best to keep him healthy but he was too sick, unfortunately (from the circumstances surrounding his birth, pre-rescue). When it was his time to move on to the rainbow bridge, the staff was so full of empathy and kindness. read more

Manchaca Rd has been taking care of my pets for the last 12 years (I can't believe it's been that long - wow!) and I have never had the slightest problem. Dr Walker was extremely compassionate when our older dog passed away and when we had to put down one of our cats. Dr Martin spayed a stray that adopted me without charge (this was almost 12 years ago now). It isn't the fanciest or newest facility but it is clean and comfortable and the staff and dr's are an honest caring bunch of folks who clearly love what they do. The lack of staff turnover speaks volumes about how they run the business! read more

We have been extremely happy with the care here. Our 2 kittens and dog were put at ease by the loving staff. I appreciate that Dr. Walker explained the procedures to us and even let the kids listen to the animals heart beat during the exam! read more

Manchaca Road Animal Hospital - Dr. Walker is fantastic with our pets! - Veterinarians Near Me - Austin, Texas

This is the vet that I take my fur babies to. They are just excellent and so kind and gentle that it is a joy and I trust them implicitly. I had to put down one of my cats today and so I called and made an appointment and they were understanding on the phone and let me cry it out and got me in asap. When I arrived, it was seamless. They offered me the option of dropping off my Bells or staying with her so I stayed. They took her back and put in a catheter for the injection and then I was invited back to the dim room which had tissues and a towel laid out. Dr Walker explained what was going to happen and made sure I was holding her how I wanted and said a quick prayer that was heartfelt and caring. After everything was done, she said I can stay as long as I needed and left the room so I could say what I needed to say and hugged me, letting me know I made the right choice. Having to do something like this is horrifying but the team here made it as easy as possible to say goodbye. They are thoughtful and kind and incredibly gentle whether you are there to have your pets checked out or for something worse. I do and always will recommend this vet and especially Dr Walker. read more

When emergencies have occurred I have called and the front desk consulted my vet and gave me thorough instructions of what I could do. On one occasion they worked me in during morning hours and skipped the emergency fee. Most appreciated any time I've needed something routine for my dog from they have sent me reminders to my email and called to confirm appointments. Vaccination prices are very reasonable. As well, the heart worm and flea preventatives priced at average rates. Veterinarian Staff: Dr. Joanah Rojo is my regular vet and is always very pleasant and thorough. Whenever I've had questions or concerns she's always answered me or assured me 100%. She's top notch truly. Also, I have been seen by Dr. Anne M. Walker when Dr. Rojo wasn't available and she isn't just someone to "cover" for Dr. Rojo she is just as knowledgeable and friendly. The rest of the staff I've interacted with are just as awesome and always hook my dog up with treats and love. They do their job, they aren't there to gouge you financially and they genuinely all love animals. read more

I've been using Manchaca Road Animal Hospital since 2009 and have been happy with the service they provide. My girls have seen Dr. Rojo as well as Dr. Walker for their routine check ups and shots and I don't have any complaints with either the Vets or the Clinic. read more

We have been going to Manchaca Road Animal Hospital for 6 years now, both with aging senior pets (a 20-year-old cat and 12-year-old retired greyhound and now a 4-year-old Chiweenie). They were particularly sensitive to us for a bump there when we weren't doing too well financially, working with us on the fees to keep our bill affordable while offering us the services needed to get our pets by. We are thankfully doing better financially now, but I will always remember their flexibility with us during those hard times when we had our senior animals crossing the rainbow bridge. With our little guy now, a foster rescue, our vet Joanah Rojo, DVM, was the first one to figure out his breed (Chiweenie!). And she takes such good care of him. Dr. Rojo is knowledgeable, gentle, courteous and professional. She has been there with us for many highs and lows. She is that classic vet down the road, a la James Herriot. She puts both the animals and owners at ease. (We have also been impressed with Dr. Walker the few times we have been there and she has stood in for Dr. Rojo.). We recommend Manchaca Road Animal Hospital without reservation! read more

We brought in our chihuahua for a check-up after she gave birth to 6 babies .Dr. Rojo and her staff were very caring, knowledgeable and courteous. I was concerned about the mother and the puppies a few days later, so I took them in. They saw us right away and and did some tests to make sure they were all healthy. This morning I received a follow-up call from Dr. Rojo, she was just checking to see if everything was going smoothly. This meant a lot to me. Thank you Dr. Rojo and the staff !! read more

We have been going to this Vet for almost 20 years. They are absolutely fantastic, Dr. Walker and Dr. Rojas plus the wonderful vet techs. They took care of our 8 dogs health issues and when the time came for them to transition it was done with great empathy and compassion. We recently moved to Oregon with one dog left and I cant tell you how much we are missing them already. It is not easy to find this level of excellent veterinary care and I highly recommend them. read more

I have brought my dog (Cocker Spaniel mix) here more than once and am Very happy with the service. Clean, conscientious and reasonably priced. You won't get better service for your pet in Austin. read more

I just moved to town and found a lump on one dog and tooth issues on another. My boys are not great with vets but everyone was super patient and kind. They followed up and gave me my options with a suggestion and were not pushy at all. They got us in quickly with my boys together .... two surgeries later both dogs are doing great. Will definitely be my new family vet. read more

I will not go to another vet unless I absolutely have to, ever. The staff at this office is amazing, everyone cares so much for their customers, whether they have two or four legs. My cat of 12 years Nutmeg developed a tumor in her intestines that completely blocked her digestive tract. She was in horrible pain, and it was the hardest few days of my life watching her suffer, and knowing I would have to put her down. The staff had known Nutmeg a couple years, and had always taken great care of her, and on her last day they took extra special care of her. They let me hold her on the table and tell her how much I loved her and be there for her until the end. They then let me stay in the room with her as long as I needed, even though there were other customers outside the room waiting- they recognize the importance of those moments when you have to say goodbye, and that sometimes other things can just wait a few minutes. They then had her cremated with Rainbow Bridge, and the vet staff themselves made me a special plaster imprint of her paw and her name. They could not of handled it better. Now I have a 2 year old blue heeler named Zelda who they take excellent care of. Zeldas more of a pig than a dog, and she has had some weight problems, so the vets have put her on a diet and its helped a lot, shes dropped a couple pounds in just a month, and its been without starving or depriving her (well, Zelda may feel differently). They also clip her toenails for me in office, because Zelda is afraid of having her feet handled, but the vets are so experienced they're able to handle my little monster better than most groomers could. The staff really know what they're doing, how to treat you, and most importantly how to treat your beloved pets. If you need a vet, seriously try Manchaca Road out, you won't regret it. read more

I've been taking my cats here for the past 3 years and everything is always great. I've seen several vets and all of them have been friendly and answer any questions without seeming rushed. When I've called with simple questions, the vets have called me back to talk about it rather than just having the staff answer questions. The front desk and techs are always very friendly. I have not had a bad experience here yet. read more

Extremely rude and unhelpful. Refused to explain the diagnosis or options of treatment for our cat. Not open to working with customers who can't pay upfront for minor treatments, advised euthanasia instead. Avoid at all costs. read more

dr. walker is the most caring vet ... ever. she is obviously a trained professional with her animal patients but she is also genuinely empathetic with their humans too. read more

My first visit was an emergency visit. I came in at closing time with my cat who had burned his paw badly. Everyone from the administrative staff to the technician to the veterinarian was so kind and gentle with both me and my cat. They repeatedly assured me that it was no problem to care for my cat and that he would be all right. The veterinarian walked me through exactly what they'd do at the clinic, how much it would cost and what I'd need to do at home. They made a scary experience better and I'll definitely be making them my primary vet! read more

MRAH is a relatively small clinic with two active doctors. You really get a family vibe when you visit and they make you feel like you are a part of their family. Several staff members have been with the clinic for a very, very long time. This, to me, is a great indication of a well-run business. When you walk in, you never get the sense that you'll be rushed. Their office is calm, and they take their time. Sometimes, you may have to wait, but it is well worth it. You know that the person ahead of you is getting the same great service and attention that you will soon be receiving. We started seeing Dr. Walker at MRAH about 5 years ago. At the time, I had a healthy older Bullmastiff, who we referred to as Bear. Unfortunately, cancerous bumps were soon found on numerous locations on his body. Dr. Walker provided consistent veterinary care throughout his treatment, and lovingly helped us see him to the other side. When he left us, I know that he took a small piece of her heart with him to Rainbow Bridge. Dealing with a pet that has cancer is extremely challenging and can be emotionally draining. When surgery is involved, complications can arise and access to medical advice is extremely important. Dr. Walker's main priority was our beloved Bear. She would do her best to make herself available. Even if she wasn't in the office, the staff could reach out to her. She would either call me on her day off, or advise the other veterinarian, Dr. Rojo, of her thoughts and advice. She and Dr. Rojo were in constant communication, and they were always available to offer guidance and attention when we needed it the most. We now have a 19 month old Dogue De Bordeaux (French Mastiff), Moose, who is the life of the party. He's definitely enjoys his visits to MRAH, and the staff and doctors love to see him. Moose has been plagued with immune system issues, primarily seen via skin infections, etc. Due to all of his issues, I felt the need to seek out advice from another veterinarian. That was a HUGE mistake! The differences in our experiences are immeasurable (see Yelp Review for Lake Austin Blvd Animal Hospital). There's no replacement for the service, attention and support you'll receive at MRAH. Our family has never felt more loved by a veterinary clinic. We are SO grateful to be able to experience the love that they provide to our Moose, and our cats, LB and Nellie. read more

If you want your pet taken care of right, take them here. We take all 3 of our dogs here and a few of our fosters. The entire staff is knowledgeable and cares for your pet as if it was their own. I love this place and highly recommend it. And after reading the reviews below, please keep in mind that keeping your dog healthy isn't cheap (we have 3 dogs, we know). I haven't been to another vet in the past 5 years but for the quality of care we have received here, it's well worth whatever we pay. read more

We have taken our two rescue dogs to Dr. Walker and Dr. Rojo since we've had them (2 and 5 years) and wouldn't go anywhere else! The staff is very personable and you can tell they love the animals. Our dogs receive great care and we never feel rushed during appointments. I think the longest we've ever waited is 5-10 minutes as well. I recommend MRAH to everyone! read more

I brought my 5 year old dog here last week because he was acting sick for the first time in his life. I was so worried! They got me in for an appointment the day that I called. The staff was so kind from the very first phone call and on. Dr. Walker saw my dog, and after an exam and a test, was able to determine the problem. He's now on meds and doing much better. They've called twice this week to check in on him which means so much that they don't just forget about your baby as soon as you leave their office. The visit wasn't exorbitantly expensive either. Dr. Walker, Joe, Carol, and Patty were all wonderful and loving toward my dog! Dr. Walker was very kind to us and I really felt like he was in kind and capable hands. I'm so relieved to know that I've finally found a great vet to take my babies to. So grateful! read more

Worst Vet in South Austin!! The vet's there more concerned with taking your money then the well being of your pets. I had two pets die under their care and was told I would be responsible for total cost of the failed procedures. They will not work with you on cost and the doctors are more concerned about their lunch breaks then seeing your pet in an emergency. Oh, unless you pay a $150 emergency visit for the doctor to work through her lunch! Stay away! read more

I love Dr. Anne and her staff. She is gentle with my pets and has a wonderful bedside manner. She is very thorough in her examinations and diagnoses and takes the time to go over options - both financial options and treatment options. I very much appreciated her compassion during the last months of my 19 year old cat's life. She explored options with me and supported my decisions wholeheartedly. Now we have some new additions to the family and I'm pleased to say that we'll be bringing them to Manchaca Road to continue the relationship with the doctors and staff. read more

I adore Dr Walker! She is so sweet to my dog even when he is not so nice to her. They are good at getting you in and out quickly. I do not usually have to wait long in the waiting area before we get into a room. read more

I love Dr. Rojo! She is awesome. We met under dire circumstances and we put our beloved cat into her trusting hands. He was perfectly fine when it was all said and done. Everyone too such great care of him that we brought our other cat there for an exam. Every time I go to pick up food, everyone is very nice including the felines! read more

Dr. Rojo was so gracious when we took our Great Dane in after she lost the ability to move her back legs. She examined our girl with love and care and provided us with options without pressure or judgement. They sent us a sweet card that moved me to tears when we lost our dog even though they had only treated her twice. They truly understood how important that bond was. read more