Larkspur Cat Clinic

The doctor was very nice and knowledgeable, but my appointment was at 9 and I wasn't seen until 10. Then the doctor said he'd call me in 2 days with test results, and I didn't hear from him for a week. I drove 30 miles to get there, and I just didn't feel my time was valued. Read Less

Our baby boy Ozzy has always been a sensitive boy and had health issues his whole life. Having moved here from the northeast we are so thankful to have found Larkspur Cat Clinic. Dr.Smith and the staff truly care about their patients and really know cats. They are always willing to explain and take extra time answering any questions that we have. They have helped Ozzy numerous times. I would 100% recommend this place! Read Less

From the front office staff, the vet techs, and the doctor himself, I was very pleased with our office visit. I took my kitten here after a very traumatic brain injury. The doctor was comforting and provided me with very helpful care advice for my little guy. I will be seeing them again soon to get him utd on shots and kitten care. Very pleased. Read Less

The vet Dr Justin was very good with my elder cat, Kady few years ago.  She lived to 20 1/2 years old.  Her kidneys issue was taken care of...Dr had patience with me a lot because he communicated with me by writing notes.  I am totally deaf.  I trusted him completely with cats. Highly recommended. Read Less

We take all our cats here even though it's almost an hour away. We could go to a closer hospital, but Dr. Smith is our cat specialist, he and his staff really are the best. They are always nice and take time to explain everything even though I am definitely a "helicopter parent". And they are great with our diabetic cat. I would feel uncomfortable boarding him anywhere else.They keep detailed records and make sure I am aware of any issues such as low appetite or wonky blood sugar readings. We test his blood sugar twice daily at home, and they are great about keeping our routine going while he's there.I think the cats do better here than at a dog/cat vet too. They seem less stressed. We chose Larkspur because we wanted someone who DECIDED to treat only cats. Cats are their priority. We stayed because we know Dr. Smith and his staff take care of our animals like they are their own. Read Less

Been bringing my cat here since 2010!  Dr Justin is very nice, calming.  Always calls and leaves a message to see how everything is after visit.No barking dogs to freak your cat out, cats only!!Teeth cleaning, bath, physical, vaccinations....happy and will not go anywhere else!Highly recommended. Read Less

I've had cats all my life, so I've seen my fair share of vets. Dr. Smith is by far the best veterinarian I have ever found. He's very knowledgeable and always takes the time to explain everything thoroughly. He's also very mellow, not a high-pressure vet, which I appreciate. The office staff is always friendly and caring. I love that this is a cats-only clinic which means far less stress for the cats. My cats are my kids and I wouldn't trust anyone else to take care of them. Read Less

Dr Smith was very knowledgeable. He gave us the best exam , very helpful information about treatment and care . Staff is very friendly and professional. I would highly recommend Dr. Smith and Lakspur Cat clinic . Read Less

Had a very sick 16 year old cat that I made a final decision to put down. I contacted Larkspur and they were very friendly, quoted me a price to euthanize of $54. They called me back and confirmed the appointment. Upon arrival we were informed we were miss quoted and that there was a office visit fee of $58 so the Dr. could examine my 16 year old dying cat. We felt trapped, we felt like they should have let us know of the mistake when they called and confirmed the appointment. We also felt like they should have performed the service for the amount quoted on such a sensitive and delicate matter. We own 3 other cats and 2 dogs and will never refer or bring our cats to Larkspur! I would avoid them unless you want to get scammed once you enter the facility!! I would have given them a negative star rating but the review page would not allow it... Read Less

I am so happy with this vet. I came in randomly for an issue with my kitty, and the Dr was so sweet with her and with me, and essentially saved her life. She had to have surgery that day and I was frightened beyond all reason... shes my baby, and I am a new patient here, they don't know me and I don't know them, and you hear horror stories about these things on the internet.... but shes here with me today because of this clinic and I won't take my kitties anywhere else for as long as I remain in Phoenix =) Thanks you guys... she has been wonderful since she came home, back to her normal self, the incision is healing wonderfully, and even though it was a little expensive, it was worth it because I can't put a price on her health or happinessRead Less

For boarding, pick another place. Initially I was told that they would arrange weekend pickups if I told them ahead of time. Then they refused to let me pick up my cat on a Saturday and made me pick up on a Sunday because the attendant didn't want to be bothered with coming into the clinic an extra time. So they charged me for the extra night and they charged me to pick him up early ($30 when its $25/day). My cat came back to me after eight days having lost an entire pound (he was only 10.5 to begin with). I picked this place because there are no dogs- now I know that's code for "we only look at your pet once a day." Read Less

I'm so glad I came here! The staff is extremely friendly and well informed with their clients! My cat is always extremely comfortable and acts like himself when he needed to get some important work done. Definitely would recommend this to people who care about their pet's health!Read Less

Lion cut for my Maine Coon cat? Yes, please. For your skittish feline, enjoy a bark free environment. They are professional, efficient, clean, bright and newer, a welcome visit for my hairy captive. Now I gotta fit her in this cat carrier, excuse me, please. This *might* take a while. Read Less

I'm here with my Dallas...he's gonna need a canine (is it still called a canine on a kitty?) extracted. Dr Smith just came in and he's wonderful gentle man...he took Dallas back and bam tooth came right out. No anesthesia needed. And they only charged me for the office visit. They did recommend that he come back for a teeth cleaning. I have a new kitty vet. Read Less

I absolutely love this Clinic   Dr. Smith is a wonderful and caring, knowledgeable Veterinarian.  His Techs are always kind and so nice! I had a HIV Cat and Dr. Smith kept Sir Felix well which extended his life he had 16 years of quality life.  Another Vet had told me to put him down and he was healthy, well she did me a favor and I found Larkspur Cat Clinic!  Now I have a  9 year old cat and of course she is a patient here.  You can't go wrong best Clinic. Read Less

Best place for your kitties without a doubt. Dr. Smith and his team are very, VERY, knowledgeable and loving towards cats, and have been great help in managing the health of my cats. I trust no one more in the valley than Larkspur.Read Less

Best Vet I have ever been to for my kitties! This is a cats only vet so it is a very quiet and calm environment. No barking! I took my cat Vodka here after a botched surgery from a previous vet and Larkspur took him right away and fixed him up. I take both my cats here now and every time I go in they are so caring! Dr. Smith (the vet) explains and goes over everything. Your receipt comes with printed care instructions, normal side effects of any medications they give your cat and things to watch out for. Sarah (office manager/desk lady) also CALLS YOU to check up on you and ask specific questions related to your cats condition! Which I really appreciate!My cat Nami is a spook and she peed in her carrier on the way over. When we got there Laura (the vet assistant) was very understanding, gave her a quick rinse AND washed her carrier AND put in a potty pad at no charge!Love the staff! Love this place! Read Less

I have a 10 year old cat that I got as a kitten at 4 months old and he is a true scardy cat when it comes to people he doesn't know, especially guys. Dr. Smith and his assistants with their calming nature was able to help put him at ease. DJ was still a bit scared but he was comfortable enough to explore the exam room and didn't try to escape like he normally would have. Its worth the extra money to go to the clinic. Read Less

I have 3 kitties who have been going to Larkspur since they were born in 2007. My babies go once a year for teeth cleanings, vaccinations, wellness exams and blood tests. Dr. Smith has always been an attentive and knowledgeable doctor who takes the time to review everything and explain what was found. He is very good to my babies along with the office staff. I love the "cats only" atmosphere and the clinic is adorable. My babies are in perfect health frankly because of the good veterinary care and of course the love and care they receive from us. I did take one of the babies in for an eye allergy and Dr. Smith prescribed the best medicine and diagnosed her patiently and thoroughly including detailed instructions in how to give the medicine. I always get a response to emailed questions and when calling they are always kind and willing to help. They also send the cutest kitty birthday cards and holiday cards. Please call them or check out their website and come to your own conclusion. http://www.larkspurcatclinic Read Less

It's hard to find a good vet now days- one that shows compassion, one that follows up, one that is thorough in communication.My family has been taking their cats here since I was a preteen- back when Krista (I think that's her name) was running the place. So, when I moved back to Arizona this is the first vet I decided to take my cat to see.My cat has IBS and has for years and lately her symptoms have worsened and have been causing her severe pain. The new vet at Larkspur cat clinic saw my cat and he recommended two medications to ease her pain and inflammation.Now, when he gave me these medications he didn't mention any cautions or side effects. Didn't say to watch out for anything in particular- he just told me that they would help relax and ease the pain. So, I went home and I gave these medications to my cat. Within a couple hours she looked drugged up and out of it. She was acting quite strange and after 2 days she was very constipated and straining to the point that she was crying in pain. I decided to look up the medications prescribed and every single website I went to (and I went to a bunch) said that both medications are used in dogs- one of the dog medications was commonly administered to dogs in 17-23mg dosages- which my cat's dosage was 43mg (seems a bit high for a 6 pound feline), and the other medication had repeated warnings that it was controversial for cats and I read several times that is should NEVER be used on cats because it can cause constipation and blockages that can lead to disease and death, or something to that effect.At this point I called the clinic and I explained my cats odd behavior and the constipation and straining. I also mentioned the medication and told them that I understand if there was a reason that the cat was given this type of medication, but was concerned because I read that there were side effects associated with this drug in cats and my cat was straining a lot and seemed out of it. The woman told me the doctor was busy and couldn't take my call. So, I asked if he could please call me back before 4PM that day because I was very concerned about my cat (it was 9 AM when I called), . The woman literally... LITERALLY, snickered out loud, condescendingly, and snorted that the doctor was very busy and she'll 'see'... ~click~Anyhow, the vet NEVER called. Surprise!I have found a new vet- that so far has been very good to my cat. They follow up and check in and make sure my cat's symptoms aren't getting worse. I showed the new vet and the nurses the medication that I was given to administer to my cat. They were all shocked. First, one of the medications are these huge capsules- they are people sized. The first comment I heard was, "I've never seen medication in that format... for a cat". The other medication I was given were broken pills. Again- everyone was shocked by the format of the medication alone.The new vet said she was unfamiliar with using the 2 medications on cats. I could tell she didn't want to say anything negative, so instead she told me to give  her a couple days to research the drugs and she'd let me know whether or not it was safe to give to my cat.A day and a half later I get a call from her. She says one of the meds is probably ok, but if the cat hasn't gotten better from it- don't give it to her. The other one- she said she didn't feel comfortable with me giving it to the cat and asked me not to. I will NEVER go back to Larkspur Cat Clinic. From giving me dangerous drugs (it seems like they buy what's on sale and give it out generically even if it's canine medication) that could kill my cat, no warning to the many possible side effects and complications to the dangerous dog medicine prescribed for my cat, then the horrific service- (Who condescendingly laughs at you when you are calling to say that your cat is having a bad reaction to the medication your doctor recently prescribed?) and then the fact that they NEVER called back- not to return my call, not to follow up, not to give further direction. I can't believe I paid $100 for this! They charged me almost $40 for the bad meds as well. I'm actually filing a complaint with the state board, and I told my family about what happened and we are all switching vets. I don't know what happened to this place, but it's not what it used to be. Read Less

Moved our two cats from a vet closer to our home because of a bad experience with standard tooth cleaning. Dr. Smith at Larkspur is worth the extra time and drive. He's compassionate as well as knowledgeable. He'll diagnose and treat the problem, as well as provide palliative care so the cat feels better during its recovery. The serene dog free environment is very helpful with stressed out felines. Read Less

Wow! This is the BEST place for your kitty hands down. This is ONLY for cats which helps the stress factor. Dr. Smith is a kind, caring doctor who really knows kitties. The office staff are wonderful and treat you and your cat with care and compassion. My 3 (now 4) cats have gone to Larkspur since they were born in 2007 and are in perfect health. My new kitty, a Savannah, is also a new patient for Dr. Smith and thankfully, Larkspur also cares for these special breeds. With Larkspur, I feel like my cats get the best care and always feel welcome. They truly love kitties and it shows! Read Less

This place is fantastic! My friend Julie recommended them, since she has 2 cats and had really good experiences with her cat's surgery. One thing I love is that it's a cat only clinic. There are no annoying dogs barking at my cat or scaring my cat. The staff are super friendly and know a lot about cats, obviously. The vet, Dr. Justin Smith, explains everything with great detail and doesn't act as though in a hurry. He remembers things about me and the cats from previous conversations. I had my new kitty neutered there, and my older cat has gone for a variety of reasons. The clinic also has options for boarding in case you have to leave town and want your cats to stay there.I was very impressed after one visit. I had spoken to Dr. Smith regarding an issue at 10 am on a Friday morning.  The clinic closes at 12p on Fridays. However, at 7 pm that same evening, I received an email about the issue we had discussed. Read Less

I spent many frustrating years trying to find a really good vet for our kitties. The search ended when we met Dr. Branch. She has cared for our up to 11 kitties for the past 4 years and I would not take any one of them to anyone else. Several of our kitties have had ""rare and unusual"" tumors and diseases that she has been at the forefront with diagnosing. When we need to see a specialist, she sends us to one she trusts, not just the one closest or convenient. Her staff is just as caring and helpful and the Larksur website is excellent for renewing scripts, getting refills, reviewing kitty med records, or gaining knowledge about conditions and diseases. The clinic only sees cats so leave Fido at home. The clinic is a beautiful new facility that also provides boarding. No cages here... these are kitty condos!! We travel 50 miles round trip to see Dr. Branch because we know she provides the best care. If you want the best of the best, take your kitty to Larkspur Cat Clinic and Dr. Branch. You will never regret it and your kitties will thank you! Read Less