WOW ...that's the only way I know to start-out describing this vet clinic. I just moved to Madison, AL from Colorado Springs. My Mom's dog was about 14.5 years old & not in the best of health or con... Read More
WOW ...that's the only way I know to start-out describing this vet clinic. I just moved to Madison, AL from Colorado Springs. My Mom's dog was about 14.5 years old & not in the best of health or condition when I arrived. I knew when I saw him that he probably wouldn't come home with my Mom after his next visit. I prepared my Mom for this, as she's had him for over 14-yrs.
All I can say, as that last visit just occurred this afternoon ...Dr. Combs & her ENTIRE staff were so friendly, understanding, honest, caring & professional ...ALL ROLLED INTO ONE!
Dr. Combs has been treating Mom's dog for most of his life. So she knew him well & knew that it was time for him to "rest"! Ultimately, she left the decision up to my Mom. Thankfully,, my Mom made the right decision in letting her dog go, so he no longer suffers. My Mom doesn't usually get emotional, but she broke down crying. Dr. Combs & the staff were very sincere in helping to comfort my Mom, as well as easing her dog's final passing.
There was a lot of tears & hugs before we left. Given my Mom's age & health, she has decided not to get another pet. However, I know I will be getting another dog in the next few months. I lost my beloved dog last November after 8 years with her. She was a rescue and was actually 12-yrs-old. Though I live in Madison, I would not hesitate to make Dr. Combs & her clinic my go-to vet. As a former pet-parent & soon-to-be pet-parent again ...I would drive through an ice storm for my pet-baby's care ...in fact, I did ...that's how I ended up with my dog. We literally drove through an ice-storm from Canon City, CO to Colorado Springs when I 1st brought her home. I would do it all over again just to have her back by my side. So I know when I get my next pet-baby that I'd drive all the way across town (rush hour traffic, construction & all) just to make sure she/he was well cared for! That's how I think about this vet clinic.
Also, it is a very well-kept place ...clean, smells good, professional looking, but still relaxed & not too "clinical" looking. State-of-the art table-tops that easily lower up/down to ease your pet on without having to pick them up to place them on a harsh metal table. I can't remember the material of the table, but it wasn't that shiny hard cold metal.
So a BIG KUDOS to Dr. Combs & all her staff! They genuinely are a blessing to both pets and pet-parents. Thank you, again, for all you did for my Mom & her beloved dog! Read Less