Very caring people, our dog had a very good experience. Easy to schedule, the tech comes out to…read morethe car and takes your pet inside. Afterwards the vet comes out and gives you any needed treatments or recommendations. Reasonable prices & the facility is clean.

Very upsetting experience. We left our cat there for the day for observation, and when we picked…read morehim up, his entire underside was covered with his own feces. Ridiculously unacceptable.

They saved our little puppy! The expertise in Dr Matt is incredible, and the whole staff are…read morenothing but nice, thoughtful, and compassionate. They have made us feel safe and comfortable throughout everything, and not once has made us feel pressured to do anything we didn't feel right with. Such a great vet! (Plus they allow the option to text vet questions, when calling is sometimes some of us millennials struggle with).

I got an appointment immediately even though I had only been a previous client and my cat hadn't…read morebeen there before. Margret's condition was thoroughly discussed and options were offered. After two days she is recovering from a condition that has been brewing for a year, starting with allergies. The staff, as always, was courteous, timely, non judgmental and patient. I can't recommend them enough after 25 years of excellent and compassionate service.

They have continuously provided my dog with excellent care. I have trusted them with 2 surgeries…read moreand they have gone perfectly. It is clear that they love what they do and will treat your animals accordingly. Pricing is fair and service is excellent.

I've been using Yelp for years and have never written a review, but the team at Countryside Animal…read moreClinic truly goes above and beyond in the care they provide. Back in July, I brought home a sick 8-week old puppy, and Dr. Kelling was able to see us quickly, stabilize her in-office, and contact the local emergency veterinary hospital on my behalf. Her office reached out to the puppy's breeder and the breeder's vet autonomously to ensure they had all the necessary information to treat her. Magnolia is now almost a year old and thriving thanks to the care of Countryside Animal Clinic. She's in advanced classes at the training school they recommended, back to a healthy weight with the food they suggested, and she's not even scared of the vet! As a pet-parent, I've never felt more supported. Here's more reasons why: - They call and check-in on Magnolia the day after shots/surgeries. - Its super easy to schedule an appointment. - I can call and ask the vets questions. - They do complimentary nail trims. - The doctors give simple, informative responses I can understand. - They send appointment reminders. - They do cute things like giving a "Certificate of Bravery" for surgical stays. - Its affordable without pet insurance

We have three cats and have happily spent four years as patients/customers at A Breed Apart…read more I should say, I am a helicopter cat mom. I've read books, I'm always learning about cat history, behavior, quirks, etc. People know me as the crazy cat lady and I am a hovercraft when it comes to my cat's health. When we first adopted a cat in 2016, we lived off Gammon, so A Breed Apart just made sense. The doctors were kind and friendly. Then we got a kitten in 2017 and put both the cats on ASPCA insurance just in case. Both were adopted from shelters, so they were spayed already, but the staff at ABA has always helped us with vaccinations, check ups, strange bouts of vomiting and micro chipping. Dr. Meyers and Dr. Vanderloo are our favorites along with Julie and Chris our usual vet techs. Then in 2019, we ended up with a kitten by accident and despite having moved across town to central/East Madison, you bet we still make the drive to our vets at A Breed Apart. We had to go through the spaying process for the first time this past December and I was terrified. The vet techs here are just awesome and they dealt with my crazy mom nerves and helped calm both me and our kitten. They took her all day and did the surgery, called me and only ~$210 later, I had a fixed kitty. We came back 10 days later for stitch removal for free -- I was surprised at how easy they made the whole thing. Then there was a rough week when our first born was diagnosed with kidney issues/renal disease. I was crushed and terrified to hear that one of our kids was sick and not doing well. Dr. Vanderloo was so awesome about everything -- she had a great attitude and kept us (me) calm. She helped us put our cat on specialty prescription food and has extended our cat's life for sure. We are proud to be an ABA family and will continue to be as long as we live in Madison.

If I could give 10 stars, I would. The saying on their website: "we know your pets are family, we…read moretreat them that way" couldn't be more accurate. I took my sweet boxer Charlee here for the past 3 years and the care she received from day one was beyond incredible. While Charlee was easy to love, she had a lot of medical needs and the entire team was there not just to treat her, but to love and care for her as if she were their own. The entire team was incredible throughout and provided wonderful service, but a very special thanks and recommendation to Dr. Kate Waushabaugh and Georgia who went above and beyond for Charlee, and myself. Charlee was in the best hands...from routine care, emergencies and up to the point to when she fell asleep in this world. I trusted their care, their opinion, their service. Their primary goal is to give the best care possible and so it never felt transactional, insensitive or for profit. Dr. Kate spent countless hours with me talking, researching and extending kindness that I'm sure I can't ever repay just to give Charlee the best possible care - however we got there. Even when it came time to say goodbye, Dr. Kate stayed with us, and then walked us out without ever blinking an eye about the details. That kind of peace of mind she provided is priceless. I can't say the same for other places in the area, hence this review. There is no other place I would have trusted more with my most loved pet , and will continue to do so in the future as well. I would recommend A Breed Apart and their entire staff to anyone that is ever looking for the best, honest, thorough and beyond loving care for their furry family member.

Have taken Duke to doggy daycare for a few months now, couple days a week. I believe this has…read morecontributed to a noticeable improvement in his mental and physical well being. As he's a shepherd mix having hours to run is in his DNA, satisfies the craving. He's a happier, more contented dog 24/7. The caregivers ( calling them attendants diminishes their work) are excellent. They are obviously kind, it shows with Duke's affection for them. When I look at the pictures it is clear the dogs are having FUN!

Fiona is always happy when we pull into the driveway. The staff r friendly & helpful & love miss…read morefiona.

They are always caring & compassionate. My dogs aren't afraid to come here which is a great…read morerecommendation in my book! They've helped me decide on cost issues, for example, whether my one dog's meds were cheaper at Costco than there. Friendly, caring and competent!

I have had many animals cared for there and have had no problems . My pets were not afraidread more

Dr. Jean Elmer at Starlight Vet Clinic has been a veterinarian for me over the years -- probably…read moresince 2006. She has cared for a WIDE variety of my animals--including horses, llamas, goats, miniature horses, a donkey, and dogs--and her knowledge and experience across species truly stands out. What I appreciate most is her patience and genuine care and concern for both the animals -- and for me. No matter what the situation, she takes the time to explain things clearly and provides me with options of what can be done. I know my animals are receiving great vet care! It's not easy to find a vet who is equally skilled with large animals and small pets, but Dr. Elmer handles all with professionalism and compassion. If you're looking for a vet who is dependable, experienced, -- and truly dedicated to animal health, I highly recommend Dr. Jean Elmer.

I am writing this with a heavy heart because I feel a responsibility to warn others about what is…read morehappening at Starlight Veterinary Clinic in Blue Mounds - specifically regarding Dr. Elmer herself. I used to trust this clinic, but my recent experience was a nightmare, and it is not the same place it was a few years ago. When I brought my cat in for an emergency recently, the clinic was in total disarray. Dr. Elmer told me all her employees had quit and spent the majority of the time complaining to me about it and trying to recruit me to help her hire staff--all while my cat was suffering right in front of us. There was zero paperwork, no explanation of procedures/options, no ask for signed consent, and no discussion of costs. Because she had no staff to assist her, she actually had me hold the anesthesia mask on my own cat's face. I didn't even realize what I was being asked to do until I could smell and taste the chemicals myself. This is a violation of state standards. After struggling and failing to place a catheter 3 times, all while I watched, she suggested extreme surgical options or told me she "wouldn't blame me if I wanted to take him somewhere else." When my husband and I ultimately had to make the heartbreaking decision to put him down due to ongoing medical issues, she tried to guilt-trip us, asking if she could keep him for her own personal farm, as an outside cat. When we told her that we wanted to end his suffering she said "Oh so you won't let him live on the farm" and stormed out of the room. Our cat was an indoor cat his whole life; he would have been terrified, and after the care we witnessed I had no faith he would be safe with her. She offered no condolences after he passed, just wanted to have us pay for the visit and cremation - yet failing to provide us ANY information on cremation or a timeline. When I called for information on cremation the following Monday, the "receptionist" who answered explained she didn't even work there--she was a client from the previous week who had been asked to help with the phones. She had no access to files or information. When we found out our cat hadn't even been scheduled for cremation pickup yet, we had to go and take him to the crematorium ourselves just to ensure he was handled with dignity. I have requested my cat's full medical records five times in the past two weeks and have been intentionally ignored. I have officially reported this conduct to the Wisconsin State Board. If you have experienced similar unprofessionalism or unsafe conditions here, please file a report as well so there is accountability. I truly hope sharing this helps someone else avoid the trauma we went through. Please be careful.

I came to your clinic with an emergency. My dog was very ill and when I walked in and I stated that…read morewe needed to be seen as soon as possible. I was told that you didn't do emergency or urgent care visits. No info was offered on who did, you didn't see if an exception could be made nothing but "we're sorry". I ended up taking her all the way to Lake Geneva to be seen. Granted it gave me 2 more hours to be with her but it didn't help in saving her life. I had to have her put down at 5:43. For me those extra 2 hours were more suffering for her and agony for me. I doubt that I will have another animal but if I do, my shadow won't darken your doorway for them to be seen.

We couldn't be more grateful for the professionalism and compassion this clinic shows every single…read morevisit. The entire staff goes above and beyond, treating our dog with the same care and attentiveness they would give their own pets. They take time to explain everything clearly, never rush us, and always make sure our dog feels comfortable and safe. It's rare to find a team this dedicated, knowledgeable, and genuinely kind. We trust them completely and can't recommend them highly enough. Our dog is in the very best hands here! Highly recommend them!!