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    Melrose Veterinary Hospital

    4.1 (192 reviews)
    Open 7:30 am - 7:00 pm

    Services - Melrose Veterinary Hospital

    Pet physical or wellness exam

    Pet vaccinations

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    Brad W.

    We'll never be able to thank you for all you have done for sonali and of course us. So thankful we found you all. You will always be in our hearts. She had a chemo treatment today, and that usually warrants a trip to the beach. So here she is at her favorite place.

    Great vet services!!
    Rick M.

    Had to bring my best friend for allergy shot....was in and out in ten minutes. Very efficient and sound service. I have been coming for years now and it's still a great place. Best pricing for services. Knowledgeable staff. Plenty of parking too!!

    stoli L.

    I highly recommend this business. I have 3 dogs and 1 cat and all of them have been here. Always easy to get an appointment and efficient when we're there and very sweet and very patient w some of my slightly stressed out animals (because they're at the vet for their shots- it's like us being at the dentist. We can all relate ) They are so nice and do not try to guilt me into extra expenses. I've been a dog owner for a very long time, so I've been to a few other local veterinary businesses before I found this one. I am happy I did.

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    Tracy H.

    I've been bringing my fur baby here for 10+ years now. The prices haven't broken the bank, even after a few scares with my baby. He was diagnosed with FIC. I was a basket case. The girls were so nice and understanding, even after my 10th call to make sure I was doing everything right to care for him. I don't trust groomers, so I bring him here for his mani/pedi and toosh shave. My baby has trust issues but is always ok going with the girls when they have to take him back. So if he trusts them, then so do I.

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    Alyssa B.

    They saved my 4 puppies!! I took in a litter of Mexican puppies and quickly found out one of them had parvo- which is the worst. The team was quick to see my boy, kept things very clean, and went above and beyond to make sure he and his brothers are all healthy. They also gave me space to cry, and ask them a million questions. They gave me options for different price points and talked me through everything. I can't recommend them enough!

    Esperanza R.

    I love this clinic. They have been treating our pets for the last several years. Whenever we need an appointment, they usually have one within days. Medication is easy to pickup and staff is very friendly. When our pet had to be put down, they gave us the necessary time to process and followed up with a card about how sorry they were for our loss. I would highly recommend to my family and friends.

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    Miranda H.

    I came in for a vaccine appointment for a kitten and asked them if they could trim my his nails in addition. When they came back they said he was "too feisty" and could not finish his nails trimming. I was offered to buy sedation pills for next time which also did not sit right with me because the vet should be equipped to handle kittens nail trimming. I wasn't offered a refund or to finish the other half at his next visit. When I got home it just didn't sit right with me how this vet visit went at all because he is not a feral kitten so I was confused how they couldn't finish it. Was it maybe because he was given the vaccine first? The next morning I was about to trim the rest of his nails and the first thing I noticed is THEY CUT HIS VIEN AND THAT IS MOST LIKELY WHY HE WAS "FEISTY". I am also upset because the vet didn't tell me?? I paid $16 so you could cause my kitten pain and you won't even tell me about the mistake but blame it on my kitten being "feisty" but you guys LITERALLY CUT HIS VIEN AND THERE WAS CRUSTY BLOOD LEFT OVER. I am so upset because accidents happen but TO LIE AND NOT TELL THE OWNER ??? I literally drove over an hour to come here because I trusted this place but not anymore.

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    Denisse R.

    I'm so happy to report that my experience at Melrose Vet has been very consistent and I still trust them with both of my fur kiddos. I was able to get a same day appointment for my dog who developed a hot spot. During CoVid, the process was that they would come get your fur baby from the car and the doctor would call you to discuss. Which I didn't mind. On my last visit, they allowed me to come in with dog so I was able to meet with the doctor to describe symptoms and ask any questions. The office is very clean and the staff is very friendly. Once again prices are reasonable/comparable. If you're looking for a new go to place to take your fur child, I wouldn't hesitate to take them him. They are in good hands!

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    Everyone here is wonderful. CARING PEOPLE (all caps on purpose). ESP. Dr . Lisa Leraas

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    They are amazing. We are so glad we found them. We no longer stress about going to the vet.

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    4.8
    (144 reviews)

    All I can say is that everyone at Alta Mira Animal Hospital are the most kind and compassionate…read morepeople you will ever want to care for your pets. We started going to them over 10 years ago when we first got our beloved pup and when he passed away last September, the love and compassion they extended to our family makes me tear up today just thinking about it. They treat you like family, every time you go in, and you come away knowing they love your pet almost as much as you do. They are indeed the best!

    Last week I took my cat for a full exam. I took photos and videos during exam to show my husband…read morelater how well behaved our cat was. Then at home we noticed at no point Dr. Dodd examined my cat . She listened to my concerns about a fat bump my cat had under his skin and recommended cytology . We left to think about this costly procedure. She also told me I should buy the intelident chews for $16 from her office because the brand she sold was pharmaceutical grade and only could be obtained in her office . I did purchase it. Then at home watching the video clip we saw the entire time she spent with my cat was 6 minutes which mostly I talked . At no point she examined my cat . She didn't touch the body, skeletal, neurological response, she didn't listen to lungs and heart . Didn't use her stereoscope at all. Then I called the office and asked Liz at the front desk to forward me the medical notes . She did . In this record Dr. Dodd noted there was no heart murmur and lungs were clear. Lymph nodes within normal limits and etc. she noted things that she had not examined . I called the office back and told Liz that I was calling to give Dr. Dodd an opportunity to set things right ( didn't ask for a refund ). Hoping for a 2nd visit . Dr. Dodd called me back and said this office wasn't for us and she reimbursed the $80 visit . By the way the inteldent product she sold me for $16 is available on Amazon for $8. In good conscience I felt important to leave this review that maybe this office, not only is not for me but also is not a fit for other cat owners who are looking for a quality care.

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    SoCal Vet is the place to go for your pet's dental cleanings. My Pug just has the worst dental…read moreissues, bad breath, lots of visible tarter, etc. I worry about her health and if she's in pain, so I set out to get her evaluated. SoCal Vet quoted me 1/3 of the price of other Vets in my area- about $700 for a 20lb doggy with poor dental. The price included blood work, x-rays, anesthesia, meds, AND extractions. My pug needed quite a few teefs removed. They clipped her nails free of charge. The Gentlemen (forgive me, I forgot his name) who went over x-rays and cleaned her teeth is great at what he does! I have since taken her back for a dental check, and brought my other pug. Both were sedated and received the full dental treatment. The price has remained the same for each! Dr and Staff are sweet; they are busy, but very kind. Def recommend them.

    Dr. Luna was very friendly, caring, and patient while listening thoughtfully to my sister's/my…read moreconcerns for my family's newest furry family member. I visited from out of town to help my family in San Marcos with their recently adopted shepherd mix girl, Skye. She was a stray in an overcrowded/high-kill shelter in Los Angeles, so before coming, we were hoping to meet a very compassionate vet that understands rescue dogs well. We also wanted to meet a vet that wouldn't make us feel rushed with our appointment, which thankfully, Dr. Luna didn't do at all. I look forward to coming here some day with my own dog, Simba, if there were to be a concern with his health while visiting San Marcos. Though the only downside for this practice is that they close on weekends.

    Tri-City Veterinary Clinic

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    4.0
    (76 reviews)

    To be honest, and I hate writing this, but we didn't have a good experience here. This vet was…read morerecommended by a local friend who has lived in OSide for 20+ years. We thought we would have a good experience based on their recommendation. When our cat was sick and we called for an appointment, not only did they not help us get in, but they also didn't recommend any other places. Furthermore, the woman on the phone wasn't empathic and, dare I say, borderline unprofessional. As a former business owner, I wouldn't want that person answering my phones. It's because of her that this clinic lost our business. She was short and not very helpful. We ended up going to the VCA in Escondido (Acacia) and had a really good experience from the first phone call to check out. It's all about touch points with clientele and from the first touch point with Tri-city, we were disappointed. Not even because they couldn't get us in same-day, but mostly because of the woman on the phone completely FAILING at her job. My wife and I hung up and both said synonymously, "we will never take our pets there." Giving 3 stars only because it would be unfair to give only one star (even though that was our experience) based on the phone person alone without seeing a vet.

    Aa always, we walked away extremely satisfied with Dr. Wylder Porte Jr. and his amazing staff. We…read moretook our extremely feral cat in today for a painful claw condition and they worked their magic handling him in a very gentle way and took care of his problem. His dad Dr. Porte Sr. is equally wonderful. We'll never go to any other vet.

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    4.6
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    We've had three dogs that have been treated at Freddie's and we've been bringing our dog, Buck,…read morehere for quite a while, and every visit reinforces why we trust this veterinary hospital so much. The doctors and staff genuinely care about animals and always treat Buck with kindness, patience, and compassion. One of the things we appreciate most is their honesty. They never make us feel pressured into unnecessary tests or treatments, and they always take the time to explain our options clearly. It's obvious that their recommendations are based on what's best for Buck, not on running up a bill. That level of integrity is hard to find and means a lot to us. The entire team is professional, knowledgeable, and truly dedicated to the well-being of the animals they care for. Buck actually seems comfortable when he comes in, which says a lot! Knowing that he's in good hands gives us tremendous peace of mind. If you're looking for a veterinary hospital that provides excellent care, charges fairly, and genuinely loves animals, I highly recommend them. We are grateful to have found a team we can trust with Buck's health and well-being.

    My poor sweet cat was extremely sick. My regular vet had surgeries that afternoon and couldn't see…read moreher. They recommended to call Freddie's Place. I was on hold for over 15 minutes. After answering questions, the receptionist said yes please absolutely bring her in. I drove 20 minutes to their urgent care, parked, brought my cat in and the receptionist says oh actually I'm sorry we can't see any more pets today. I was soooooo disappointed and felt so bad for my cat!!! I left with my cat back to my car hunting for available urgent cares to see my cat. Ended up at Monhacky Animal Hospital in Carlsbad in major traffic thanks to Fredddie's Place telling me to come bring my cat in, only to turn us away 20 minutes later. Unreal!! Thanks to you, my poor sick cat cried and cried more due to much more time in the car.

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    4.5
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    i am so pleased with the wonderful care my dog Finn has gotten there. Dr Young is iwonderful and…read moreso is Dr Kinley. Also Heather is a tremendous asset to the place. She has such a caring touch! Dr Kinley called me today concerning my dog Finn's seizure. I am so happy I switched to them a couple of years ago and feel at ease I have wonderful , competent, caring people looking after my dog Finn Thank you for all that you do everyday!!

    It's with a heavy heart I have to downgrade my review…read more I really loved the office staff and thought very highly of Dr. Young, but it seems ever since they moved and expanded, they lost their personal touch. My partner and I recently adopted a dog and went for his first check up. The office was busy with a lot of dogs..one was very aggressive. We were brought into a room by an overworked and overstressed employee and sat there for a while waiting for Dr. Young. The exam was fine. No concerns there. A few weeks later, I called the office to ask a question. They called me back the next day. Totally acceptable turn around time, but prior to them expanding, they would've called back the same day. I recently called the office to ask another question- regarding a medication and increasing the dose. They never returned my call. It's hard for me to recommend this office. I miss the personal touch of a small office where the staff is calm, they know all the animals and their parents, and return phone calls.

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