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    VCA Arbor Animal Hospital

    4.4 (179 reviews)
    Open 7:00 am - 6:00 pm

    Services - VCA Arbor Animal Hospital

    Pet physical or wellness exam

    Pet vaccinations

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    My Fred- His ashes, paw print and the beautiful card from the Vet.
    Terry R.

    In my hour of need VCA Arbor Animal Hospital diagnosed him. They prescribed meds and discussed euthanasia. Finally it was time and I am so glad we chose them!!! They were very graceful and compassionate. I love the staff. Dr. Lucia and Woods are a blessing.

    Rachel P.

    Dr Lucia is the best vet ever. I was so worried about my 10 year old Pomeranian getting a teeth cleaning (that he desperately needed) and she made me feel assured the whole way. Gizmo did great under her care! She's the only vet we will ever go to for our precious little poms! We love her!

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    Michael S.

    They provided the best care I could imagine for my aging kitty Beans and made the experience the most supportive and positive it could be as he passed on and in the months leading up. I would trust their care and input with any pet that may be in my future. I know my little Beans grew to be comfortable with them and I couldn't imagine him getting care anywhere else during this time. Thank you to everyone there.

    Peter M. Cottontail

    We are very thankful to Dr. Elizabeth Wood, Alex, Kelly, and all the friendly staff at VCA Arbor. Our kitty, Cottontail, needed dental surgery and our regular vet was unable to schedule him for another week. We needed to alleviate his pain immediately. Now we have another excellent animal hospital with professional and friendly staff. We are most grateful and highly recommend VCA Arbor!

    You can see how sick she was before we took her to VCA Arbor Animal Hospital.
    Tara N.

    We originally went to VCA Arbor Animal Hospital because it was close to our apartment and they offered a first visit free for adopting from APA. We're moving far further south now but we'll be sticking with VCA Arbor because we love them. Here are a few reasons why: 1. Great Care When we got Nugget, our dog, she had an eye infection, ear infection, and both types of mange. The poor thing was a mess! She had no fur and many scars on her face from the mange and was incessantly scratching. They prescribed a course of action (admittedly laborious but that's to be expected) and checked-in often. Even after those initial impressions, we've always gotten great care. 2. Interested in Pet Wellness I can tell that the staff there is actually interested in my dog's wellbeing. Yes, we have to pay for services but they definitely aren't penny-pinching. I remember that my dog got into some vitamins once and I was worried senseless, almost in tears. (She's my first dog so give me a break). I called an animal poison control hotline and they were going to charge me $60 just to ask my question. I would have paid it but my husband suggest I try the vet first. VCA Arbor asked me a few questions, did a littele bit of research, and called me back with their suggested course of action. It was simply "she's probably fine but bring her in if she shows X,Y,Z symptoms." (She was fine in the end.) 3. Helpful Staff We've done a ton of moving around, name changing, and just new-dog-owner mess-ups and VCA Arbor has been helpful each step of the way. They're very accommodating, which really does help us do our best for our dog. For example, we were traveling abroad for work so she was staying with my husband's family out in Nebraska. While there, we realized we had run out of her medication and needed a refill prescription. VCA Arbor could have said "she's a month overdue for her check-up" and not allowed us the refill, which happens. However, they knew that would delay her getting her medicine on time so they issued the refill and booked us a check-up appointment for when we're back in Austin. Overall, I highly recommend VCA Arbor Animal Hospital.

    Chloe W.

    I've been to lots of vets and this was by far the best experience yet. Great covid protocols and Dr. Jacqueline Ortiz was amazing. Her and her assistant technician (sorry forgot her name) are a great duo. I brought in my maltipoo and King Charles spaniel for a check up and my dogs were shaking and they both took so much care and patience while taking a look at them. They were so comforting and understanding, you can tell they really love animals. They both took their time to go over any questions and concerns we had and I just can't tell you enough how amazing they are as vets and also as people! If you are a first time client like I was please ask for Dr. Ortiz! She is absolutely amazing and extremely kind. You guys are the best!!!! Thank you so much!!

    Loopy dog after receiving love from Arbor vet techs

    I crashed in on Arbor Animal Hospital when my chiweenie got unexpectedly attacked by an escaped dog. They were patient with me and set me up with a visit very quickly, and checked my dog right away to make sure she could wait for a bit. Their kindness and accommodation really made a traumatic experience a lot easier to bear. They also took fantastic care of my little baby and assured me that they're there for us every step of the way. Excellent vet care ain't cheap but I found their pricing quite reasonable. Both Nilu and I are super grateful for the staff here!

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    Ask the Community - VCA Arbor Animal Hospital

    Does this vet allow you in the room with your pet while they conduct examinations?

    Yes, we absolutely allow and encourage parents to be in the exam room with their pets during their consultations. We believe having you there helps your pet feel more comfortable and allows for the best communication between you and our medical team!

    How much would it cost for a puppy wellness visit?

    Hi Chloe, Thank you for your inquiry. In order for us to check our availability, please give us a… Read more

    I noticed the acquisition by VCA when they changed the marquis up front. Was going to contact them this morning, but the staff vets don't look familiar. Have they changed hands completely?

    We've been coming for a while, and Dr. Davies was the best. She's no longer with the office, which kills me. But I tracked her down at her new office in Round Rock, so I'm glad she's still local. Since the buy out, I haven't enjoyed going here. I'll… Read more

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    I am so glad I found Arbor Animal Clinic - they are the most wonderful and caring group of vets and technicians.

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