Please don’t take your pets here. If money is an issue there are far better options in KW. Do your research, your fur babies depend on you!
To start off with I was glad that they managed to fit my ca... Read More
Please don’t take your pets here. If money is an issue there are far better options in KW. Do your research, your fur babies depend on you!
To start off with I was glad that they managed to fit my cat in immediately when she needed to be seen. My cat did defecate on herself on the way to the clinic which isn’t uncommon. The staff offered paper towels, a sink, a towel and a clean towel for the carrier which was great. There was just one problem - the exam room sink did not appear to have any hot water so I was left to clean my cat up with cold water and paper towels.
When we finally saw the vet he performed a rather cursory exam before recommending blood tests which seemed reasonable given the suspected issues.
The blood draw was a horrifying and stressful experience for my cat who has had blood draws previously over the years without issue. She is NOT a difficult cat to handle and she is currently somewhat underweight due to her health issues at 4.16 lbs. The vet had TWO people holding her down while he tried repeatedly over the course of 30+ minutes to obtain the blood sample. At one point my cat was wailing in pain and distress which I’ve never heard her do before in the 15 years that I’ve known her. They finally got the blood sample and brought her back into the exam room where I noted two important things - the skin at the scruff of her neck was tented up (a sign of dehydration in cats which in this case is related to her illness - no mention was made of this finding by the vet staff, nor was any treatment offered) AND there was no concern for my cat even when the stress of the whole ordeal caused her to collapse onto the exam table.
Unfortunately the clinic doesn’t have an on site lab, so basic test results that I would have had back within 30 minutes at most other clinics had to wait until the next day.
The vet staff told me that the vet would call around 10 am the following morning with my cat’s lab results. At 9:55 I called the vet and was told that the vet wasn’t to arrive until 10. At 11:00 I called and was told that the vet hadn’t reviewed the results yet. At 11:45 I finally got the call back that I had been so anxiously waiting for. The tests showed that my cat is in renal failure which I have considerable experience managing considering that the 19 year old cat I lost in December had been a kidney kitty for 11 years. Rather than recommend the standard home management of subcutaneous fluids the vet recommended further diagnostics.
Given my cat’s elevated kidney values and slight abnormalities suggesting dehydration (very common in kidney cats) I was very surprised that the vet’s initial recommendations DID NOT include that treatment option. I was the one to suggest that the vet dispense fluids for home administration which is common practice which they were willing to do... At a whopping cost of $50+ tax for a bag of fluids that costs roughly $3 at any human pharmacy that stocks them, an IV line that costs between $7-10 to administer the fluids!
I received NO instructions specific to my cat’s fluid requirements AT ALL from the tech OR the vet. I managed to purchase the necessary bag of fluids from another vet clinic for $15+ tax. This vet clinic also doesn’t stock Hills Prescription Diet A/D Urgent Care which is a basic necessity for sick cats and dogs which I was also able to purchase from the other vet clinic.
The icing on the cake was the fact that the vet staff had the audacity to attach an estimate for a further $626.42 worth of diagnostics, prescription food and a probiotic that the cat in question refused to touch among other things. Upon further review of the lab results I have noted that the sample was submitted on the day of the exam and the results were returned THE SAME DAY. This means that the treatment that would have allowed her to start feeling better sooner was delayed by a day. This is unacceptable in my eyes. I love my fur babies as most people love their children. Allowing my baby to go without treatment for a second longer than necessary is unacceptable Read Less
Bonnie Misquaddis
22 Jun 2018
REPORT
Great place and good prices to take your pets to for what ever ails them.
Emily Dau
1 Jun 2018
REPORT
I went through hell trying to find a reasonable priced place to cremate my previous cat and get my new kitten looked after. The prices are significantly cheaper here than any of the places I drove aro... Read More
I went through hell trying to find a reasonable priced place to cremate my previous cat and get my new kitten looked after. The prices are significantly cheaper here than any of the places I drove around getting quotes from.
The staff were very respectful, kind and caring towards my two babies under each circumstance and the doctor himself was very gentle and sweet with my little kitten. Looks like I’ve found my life-long vet! Thank you guys so much for everything. Read Less
Karen Wightman
28 May 2018
REPORT
Very nice people. Thanku
Brooklyn Lester
30 Apr 2018
REPORT
I swear the staff here love our dog as much as we do. They go above and beyond and have taken such good care of our pup when she had cancer etc. Can not recommend this place enough!!
Brigette Medeiros
29 Jan 2018
REPORT
Kind, patient, and knowledgable staff. Reasonable pricing for treatments. Definitely my cats new go-to vet.
Laurie Moore
23 Jan 2018
REPORT
Spend the extra money and avoid this vet at all costs. I took my cat here and the service & care were horrible. The vet seemed afraid to be alone with my cat and she was left in a busy waiting room to... Read More
Spend the extra money and avoid this vet at all costs. I took my cat here and the service & care were horrible. The vet seemed afraid to be alone with my cat and she was left in a busy waiting room to recover. I went once and never returned. Read Less
Nadine Upton
22 Jan 2018
REPORT
Just started going here with my cat. The veterinarian and staff are fantastic, the prices are reasonable and they are very accommodating with appointments! Very happy with the veterinarian and assist... Read More
Just started going here with my cat. The veterinarian and staff are fantastic, the prices are reasonable and they are very accommodating with appointments! Very happy with the veterinarian and assistant and will be returning!! Read Less
Daniel Bolton
17 Jun 2017
REPORT
We have just started going to this vet and I highly recommend bringing your pet here, too. Very friendly and professional staff and a gentle, caring vet you and your pet companion will feel comfortabl... Read More
We have just started going to this vet and I highly recommend bringing your pet here, too. Very friendly and professional staff and a gentle, caring vet you and your pet companion will feel comfortable with. Five stars. Read Less
Tracy Murawsky
18 May 2017
REPORT
I would recommend this Pet Hospital highly. Very sincere and empathetic staff. The prices are very reasonable. And they will always try to accommodate you for appointments.
Rajesh Panihar
25 Mar 2017
REPORT
Excellent service. Dr Tagra is very helpful and explains everything in detail. I have been visiting this pet hospital for almost three years and I am very happy. Both my Dag and Cat are looked after v... Read More
Excellent service. Dr Tagra is very helpful and explains everything in detail. I have been visiting this pet hospital for almost three years and I am very happy. Both my Dag and Cat are looked after very well. Staff members are very good with great hospitality. I recommend Highland Rd Pet Hospital to pet owners. Read Less
Lina
24 Mar 2017
REPORT
The girls here are great and my dog loved them. They really care about the animals at this clinic, and the vet is very knowledgeable. Fantastic costumer service and pricing.
Lisa S
14 Mar 2017
REPORT
Cancelled my cats surgery 1 week prior.. Plenty of time for them to fill the spot, yet recieved a lecture about not showing up for an appointment. I have every right to cancel or rebook as long as I h... Read More
Cancelled my cats surgery 1 week prior.. Plenty of time for them to fill the spot, yet recieved a lecture about not showing up for an appointment. I have every right to cancel or rebook as long as I have given sufficient notice. I would never recommend very poor customer relations. Read Less
Jon K
21 Jan 2017
REPORT
I have come in twice so far over the past week with my dog; once for a routine check up and once for microchipping. Both times the vet techs and the vet worked very well with my dog and were so friend... Read More
I have come in twice so far over the past week with my dog; once for a routine check up and once for microchipping. Both times the vet techs and the vet worked very well with my dog and were so friendly. The two vet tech girls that were that greeted us right away and worked so well to keep my dog calm the whole time. They suggested certain medications however did not push me to buy it from them.
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T Olson
12 Dec 2016
REPORT
Probably OK for routine vaccine shots. My cat couldn't walk on his hind legs all of a sudden, and the vet had absolutely no idea what could possibly cause this problem. He offered no, nothing, not eve... Read More
Probably OK for routine vaccine shots. My cat couldn't walk on his hind legs all of a sudden, and the vet had absolutely no idea what could possibly cause this problem. He offered no, nothing, not even lists of possibilities. Zero. Despite that, he suggested we leave the cat with him for an IV drip. Then he ran some expensive tests/X-rays and gave him Vitamin B12 saying his Vit B level was low . After $500+ worth of tests, he said it was beyond his expertise and I needed to bring him to a university hospital for further testing. We took him to an ER for examination the next day, and found out two possible causes from the symptoms and what our options were. Total waste of money spent at Highland Rd. I am surprised at good reviews. Staff was very friendly; I'll give you that. Read Less
Danielle Hanson
10 Nov 2016
REPORT
Not really happy spent close to1000 $ for an ear infection and after being on rediculously expensive medication my dog is not better. Bring her back only for more med. I love my dog but I can't afford... Read More
Not really happy spent close to1000 $ for an ear infection and after being on rediculously expensive medication my dog is not better. Bring her back only for more med. I love my dog but I can't afford his way of treatment. I feel like my dog is a guinea pig. Try this try that. Also vet seemed skiddish around my dog. Staff was nice and there is one girl who could use a lesson in customer service. Need to find new vet. Read Less
Jackie Campbell
23 Oct 2016
REPORT
First time visitor, so far so good. Have booked a teeth cleaning for my teacup Chihuahua. SUPERIOR Staff, super friendly, understanding and helpful!!! Not super expensive either considering everything... Read More
First time visitor, so far so good. Have booked a teeth cleaning for my teacup Chihuahua. SUPERIOR Staff, super friendly, understanding and helpful!!! Not super expensive either considering everything we had done. Would definitely recommend this vet! Read Less
Robert Reid
23 Aug 2016
REPORT
The vet here is knowledgeable if a little timid about getting urine on his fancy shirt. The information and diagnosis he's given my cats has been accurate and the assistance in the office are extremel... Read More
The vet here is knowledgeable if a little timid about getting urine on his fancy shirt. The information and diagnosis he's given my cats has been accurate and the assistance in the office are extremely helpful.
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Please don’t take your pets here. If money is an issue there are far better options in KW. Do your research, your fur babies depend on you!
To start off with I was glad that they managed to fit my ca... Read More
Please don’t take your pets here. If money is an issue there are far better options in KW. Do your research, your fur babies depend on you!
To start off with I was glad that they managed to fit my cat in immediately when she needed to be seen. My cat did defecate on herself on the way to the clinic which isn’t uncommon. The staff offered paper towels, a sink, a towel and a clean towel for the carrier which was great. There was just one problem - the exam room sink did not appear to have any hot water so I was left to clean my cat up with cold water and paper towels.
When we finally saw the vet he performed a rather cursory exam before recommending blood tests which seemed reasonable given the suspected issues.
The blood draw was a horrifying and stressful experience for my cat who has had blood draws previously over the years without issue. She is NOT a difficult cat to handle and she is currently somewhat underweight due to her health issues at 4.16 lbs. The vet had TWO people holding her down while he tried repeatedly over the course of 30+ minutes to obtain the blood sample. At one point my cat was wailing in pain and distress which I’ve never heard her do before in the 15 years that I’ve known her. They finally got the blood sample and brought her back into the exam room where I noted two important things - the skin at the scruff of her neck was tented up (a sign of dehydration in cats which in this case is related to her illness - no mention was made of this finding by the vet staff, nor was any treatment offered) AND there was no concern for my cat even when the stress of the whole ordeal caused her to collapse onto the exam table.
Unfortunately the clinic doesn’t have an on site lab, so basic test results that I would have had back within 30 minutes at most other clinics had to wait until the next day.
The vet staff told me that the vet would call around 10 am the following morning with my cat’s lab results. At 9:55 I called the vet and was told that the vet wasn’t to arrive until 10. At 11:00 I called and was told that the vet hadn’t reviewed the results yet. At 11:45 I finally got the call back that I had been so anxiously waiting for. The tests showed that my cat is in renal failure which I have considerable experience managing considering that the 19 year old cat I lost in December had been a kidney kitty for 11 years. Rather than recommend the standard home management of subcutaneous fluids the vet recommended further diagnostics.
Given my cat’s elevated kidney values and slight abnormalities suggesting dehydration (very common in kidney cats) I was very surprised that the vet’s initial recommendations DID NOT include that treatment option. I was the one to suggest that the vet dispense fluids for home administration which is common practice which they were willing to do... At a whopping cost of $50+ tax for a bag of fluids that costs roughly $3 at any human pharmacy that stocks them, an IV line that costs between $7-10 to administer the fluids!
I received NO instructions specific to my cat’s fluid requirements AT ALL from the tech OR the vet. I managed to purchase the necessary bag of fluids from another vet clinic for $15+ tax. This vet clinic also doesn’t stock Hills Prescription Diet A/D Urgent Care which is a basic necessity for sick cats and dogs which I was also able to purchase from the other vet clinic.
The icing on the cake was the fact that the vet staff had the audacity to attach an estimate for a further $626.42 worth of diagnostics, prescription food and a probiotic that the cat in question refused to touch among other things. Upon further review of the lab results I have noted that the sample was submitted on the day of the exam and the results were returned THE SAME DAY. This means that the treatment that would have allowed her to start feeling better sooner was delayed by a day. This is unacceptable in my eyes. I love my fur babies as most people love their children. Allowing my baby to go without treatment for a second longer than necessary is unacceptable Read Less
Bonnie Misquaddis
22 Jun 2018
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
Great place and good prices to take your pets to for what ever ails them.
Emily Dau
1 Jun 2018
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
I went through hell trying to find a reasonable priced place to cremate my previous cat and get my new kitten looked after. The prices are significantly cheaper here than any of the places I drove aro... Read More
I went through hell trying to find a reasonable priced place to cremate my previous cat and get my new kitten looked after. The prices are significantly cheaper here than any of the places I drove around getting quotes from.
The staff were very respectful, kind and caring towards my two babies under each circumstance and the doctor himself was very gentle and sweet with my little kitten. Looks like I’ve found my life-long vet! Thank you guys so much for everything. Read Less
Karen Wightman
28 May 2018
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
Very nice people. Thanku
Brooklyn Lester
30 Apr 2018
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
I swear the staff here love our dog as much as we do. They go above and beyond and have taken such good care of our pup when she had cancer etc. Can not recommend this place enough!!
Brigette Medeiros
29 Jan 2018
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
Kind, patient, and knowledgable staff. Reasonable pricing for treatments. Definitely my cats new go-to vet.
Laurie Moore
23 Jan 2018
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
Spend the extra money and avoid this vet at all costs. I took my cat here and the service & care were horrible. The vet seemed afraid to be alone with my cat and she was left in a busy waiting room to... Read More
Spend the extra money and avoid this vet at all costs. I took my cat here and the service & care were horrible. The vet seemed afraid to be alone with my cat and she was left in a busy waiting room to recover. I went once and never returned. Read Less
Nadine Upton
22 Jan 2018
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
Just started going here with my cat. The veterinarian and staff are fantastic, the prices are reasonable and they are very accommodating with appointments! Very happy with the veterinarian and assist... Read More
Just started going here with my cat. The veterinarian and staff are fantastic, the prices are reasonable and they are very accommodating with appointments! Very happy with the veterinarian and assistant and will be returning!! Read Less
Daniel Bolton
17 Jun 2017
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
We have just started going to this vet and I highly recommend bringing your pet here, too. Very friendly and professional staff and a gentle, caring vet you and your pet companion will feel comfortabl... Read More
We have just started going to this vet and I highly recommend bringing your pet here, too. Very friendly and professional staff and a gentle, caring vet you and your pet companion will feel comfortable with. Five stars. Read Less
Tracy Murawsky
18 May 2017
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
I would recommend this Pet Hospital highly. Very sincere and empathetic staff. The prices are very reasonable. And they will always try to accommodate you for appointments.
Rajesh Panihar
25 Mar 2017
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
Excellent service. Dr Tagra is very helpful and explains everything in detail. I have been visiting this pet hospital for almost three years and I am very happy. Both my Dag and Cat are looked after v... Read More
Excellent service. Dr Tagra is very helpful and explains everything in detail. I have been visiting this pet hospital for almost three years and I am very happy. Both my Dag and Cat are looked after very well. Staff members are very good with great hospitality. I recommend Highland Rd Pet Hospital to pet owners. Read Less
Lina
24 Mar 2017
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
The girls here are great and my dog loved them. They really care about the animals at this clinic, and the vet is very knowledgeable. Fantastic costumer service and pricing.
Lisa S
14 Mar 2017
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
Cancelled my cats surgery 1 week prior.. Plenty of time for them to fill the spot, yet recieved a lecture about not showing up for an appointment. I have every right to cancel or rebook as long as I h... Read More
Cancelled my cats surgery 1 week prior.. Plenty of time for them to fill the spot, yet recieved a lecture about not showing up for an appointment. I have every right to cancel or rebook as long as I have given sufficient notice. I would never recommend very poor customer relations. Read Less
Jon K
21 Jan 2017
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
I have come in twice so far over the past week with my dog; once for a routine check up and once for microchipping. Both times the vet techs and the vet worked very well with my dog and were so friend... Read More
I have come in twice so far over the past week with my dog; once for a routine check up and once for microchipping. Both times the vet techs and the vet worked very well with my dog and were so friendly. The two vet tech girls that were that greeted us right away and worked so well to keep my dog calm the whole time. They suggested certain medications however did not push me to buy it from them.
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T Olson
12 Dec 2016
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
Probably OK for routine vaccine shots. My cat couldn't walk on his hind legs all of a sudden, and the vet had absolutely no idea what could possibly cause this problem. He offered no, nothing, not eve... Read More
Probably OK for routine vaccine shots. My cat couldn't walk on his hind legs all of a sudden, and the vet had absolutely no idea what could possibly cause this problem. He offered no, nothing, not even lists of possibilities. Zero. Despite that, he suggested we leave the cat with him for an IV drip. Then he ran some expensive tests/X-rays and gave him Vitamin B12 saying his Vit B level was low . After $500+ worth of tests, he said it was beyond his expertise and I needed to bring him to a university hospital for further testing. We took him to an ER for examination the next day, and found out two possible causes from the symptoms and what our options were. Total waste of money spent at Highland Rd. I am surprised at good reviews. Staff was very friendly; I'll give you that. Read Less
Danielle Hanson
10 Nov 2016
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
Not really happy spent close to1000 $ for an ear infection and after being on rediculously expensive medication my dog is not better. Bring her back only for more med. I love my dog but I can't afford... Read More
Not really happy spent close to1000 $ for an ear infection and after being on rediculously expensive medication my dog is not better. Bring her back only for more med. I love my dog but I can't afford his way of treatment. I feel like my dog is a guinea pig. Try this try that. Also vet seemed skiddish around my dog. Staff was nice and there is one girl who could use a lesson in customer service. Need to find new vet. Read Less
Jackie Campbell
23 Oct 2016
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
First time visitor, so far so good. Have booked a teeth cleaning for my teacup Chihuahua. SUPERIOR Staff, super friendly, understanding and helpful!!! Not super expensive either considering everything... Read More
First time visitor, so far so good. Have booked a teeth cleaning for my teacup Chihuahua. SUPERIOR Staff, super friendly, understanding and helpful!!! Not super expensive either considering everything we had done. Would definitely recommend this vet! Read Less
Robert Reid
23 Aug 2016
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
The vet here is knowledgeable if a little timid about getting urine on his fancy shirt. The information and diagnosis he's given my cats has been accurate and the assistance in the office are extremel... Read More
The vet here is knowledgeable if a little timid about getting urine on his fancy shirt. The information and diagnosis he's given my cats has been accurate and the assistance in the office are extremely helpful.
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