El Camino Pet Clinc is truely a special place. Dr Schmidt is one of the best, she takes the time to get to know you and your dog and listens to you and never talks down to you. We have had the pleasure of dealing with the Pet Clinic for 11 years and would never think of going anywhere else. We recently lost out beloved pet and the staff at El Caminoi Pet Clinic were truly special in helping us and our dog. If you want a great clinic and a staff that works with you, look no farther...Dr Schmidt, Coco & I thank you for all your work...... Read Less

I like this small pet clinic: it's always clean, quite, and welcoming. The doctor is very gentle with my cats and gives me a lot of advice and encouragement. Do not buy tick medicine from them since it's hugely overpriced. The great place overall. Read Less

My first and only visit went well. The staff seemed friendly.It was a bit expensive and they lost the original stool sample from my dog, so I had to go back with another bag.Apart from that, it seems good. Read Less

I've been through a lot with all the doctors here and can not say enough about them.They are kind, considerate, and very smart in all areas.I must also mention that anyone knows that the staff at any doctor's office is what makes your experience positive or negative from the beginning.All the staff here are wonderful people and so easy to work with every single event. All the staff and all the doctors are simply awesome.I would NEVER go somewhere else.Bottom line...They all CARE. Read Less

I cannot say enough about how the Camino Real Pet Clinic has taken care of our two senior dogs.  They truly have a special gift and a passion for our four legged family members. We always knew that Daisy and Lily were in the very best hands when they were there and that the people who worked their cared as much about our animals as we do. Read Less

I have been going to this clinic for about two years now and love it. I have three cats. Once, one of my cats was so sick that I thought I almost lost her. Dr. Frank took good care of her and she is now healthy and happy. I was overwhelmed at that time. I would highly recommend Dr. Frank! She is really good! Read Less

My experiences with this clinic are excellent. Dr. Frank's approach is thorough and compassionate. She takes the time to have a dialogue to help the pet owner understand conditions and treatment options.  I feel like my pet is getting "the best care" possible!!! Read Less

We moved to Burlingame from out of state and I was so worried about finding a good vet. I am so glad we found Camino Real Pet clinic. The entire staff was beyond friendly and took the time to go through Macie's dictionary sized pile of paperwork. They made both of us feel comfortable and treated Macie as though she was their own pet. We did her boosters and had her teeth cleaned at very reasonable costs which was an added bonus! I would recommend them to everyone. Read Less

Super nice vets who adore animals. We take our little puppy there and they are very gentle and nice to him. The doctors never rush and are totally receptive to our barrage of questions every time. If you ever have questions or issues you can also call them up and they do a bit of consulting over the phone. Read Less

I've had only good experiences with Dr. G and the rest of the staff at Camino Real Pet Clinic!  We relocated to San Francisco a little over a year ago, and were referred to this clinic.  I took in my dog Lila for a general check up, but was also concerned with her relative low level of energy since the move.  Dr. G performed a thorough examination, and recommended a couple diagnostic tests in order to ensure that Lila's behavioral changes were not from any underlying conditions.  We got the test results back quickly and someone from the clinic even called a couple days later to check in on Lila.Unfortunately, Lila was recently diagnosed with epilepsy, so we have to see a neurologist for the majority of our appointments - but we will definitely still visit Camino Real for all other issues.  You won't be disappointed! Read Less

ABSOLUTELY RECOMMENDED!!! TEN STARS IF I COULD!Sometimes bringing your pet to the vet can feel like taking your car to the mechanic- you never know if they're 'upselling' you on unnecessary maintenance or cutting corners. I've brought my kitty here numerous times now and this clinic has been ABSOLUTELY OUTSTANDING at communicating with me what every recommended treatment/test/medication will do to benefit my kitty. Camino Real pet clinic has never made me feel like they're trying to make a buck off of me. I really feel like they're passionate about what they do. I brought my kitty here yesterday for MAJOR dental work. He had never been under anesthesia before(in my care) and he's an older cat. So of course I am a nervous wreck about leaving him for a whole day of surgery. I requested a phone call to let me know he was safely under anesthesia and they called within a couple hours to reassure me and communicate the progress they had made and how much things were costing. Then I get a second call later in the day for another check-in on progress. By the time I picked up my kitty I felt elated that everything went so well. When I picked him up there was a very detailed breakdown on cost, clear after-care instructions and Dr. Laszlo Gyulassy even took me back to show me x-rays and images of his teeth. Dr. Gyulassy was so kind and empathetic and reassuring. I expected my kitty to come home feeling lethargic and reclusive from anesthesia but to my surprise my kitty was sooooo happy, hungry, loving and excited! He even kept me up half the night loving and nuzzling on me! I know he feels so much better. I am blown away at how great my experience was. I couldn't have picked a better clinic and Dr. Laszlo Gyulassy is a fantastic vet. Two thumbs way up. Read Less

We take our cat and pug here and it's always a pleasant experience. Everyone who works here is friendly and helpful and have the best interests of the animals in mind. I appreciate how they teach you how to administer pet medication if you're unsure instead of handing it to you and expecting you to know what to do. I have to note that the other pet owners and their animals waiting in the reception area for appointments have also always been very sweet and fun to talk to! It makes the experience less stressful. The vet itself is very inviting, which is unusual for a veterinary clinic! The garden is nicely landscaped and the building I believe is a renovated home with a cute fire place in the lobby. It makes going here a pleasant experience, like you're visiting friends who help your pets out and not some drab depressing place. Our little pug didn't want to leave!I highly recommend taking your pet here if you're looking for a reputable vet. Read Less

Dr. G and the Camino Real staff are amazing! Bentley, my sweet 6 month old Bernese Mountain dog has been going to him since he was 12 weeks old. My two cats also come here and Dr. G is always gentle, thorough, and answers all of my first time doggy mom questions. Amanda at the front is very kind and professional. The receptionist staff always greets Bentley and I and make us feel very welcomed. I could not recommend a better veterinarian office. 5 stars! Read Less

We've been bringing our cat here for the several years.  Everyone is very nice and equally competent in what they do. Even a change of ownership a while back didn't change the level of service or care.  I think that says a lot about these folks and there commitment to what they do. Highly recommended. Read Less

We have been customers of this clinic since moving to the Bay Area in 2011. They have always treated us and our two cats with the best care and respect. We never feel like they have over-charged us for any services or recommended unnecessary treatments. I would happily recommend anyone with pets who love like family to take them here.Read Less

New to the area, I chose this place based on others reviews. Everyone was friendly from the front desk to the vet tech to the veterinarian. I was able to get a next day appointment for my male cat who suffered from FLUTD. the move was rough on him and he had a flare up but needed a check up to ensure it wasn't an infection or blockage. Dr. Kmack took care of us both and was gentle with my cat. Thank you! Read Less

I took both of my dogs here several times when we first moved to the area. I have to admit, I wasn't crazy about the place. They were very thorough, but they were unable to make any decisions or diagnoses without several very expensive tests. I understand the desire to ensure you know what you are treating in order to treat it properly and not to contribute to things like antibiotic resistance, but it many times it seemed unnecessary. I have been to numerous vets who are able to combine their knowledge and experience with diagnostic testing to make informed decisions without costing an arm and leg. That was not my experience here. Both of the women I saw were also always referring me to specialists. Even refusing to treat things until I obtained the opinion of a specialist. One time I left with three different cards for specialists. It got to the point where I wasn't sure why I was going to see them at all. For flea prevention and vaccinations? That seemed to be the only things they could reliably provide without a referral.I prefer to go to more of a full-service vet who is comfortable diagnosing and treating a variety of conditions and performs surgeries and tests in-house. Read Less

Today we had to put our beloved dog Mackie to sleep.This is that day you dread and our hearts are broken in a million pieces. But through our sadness we cannot thank the vets and staff enough for the loving, outstanding experience we've had here, especially in these last two difficult months. Dr. G's kindness, patience and expertise were over the top.There were times when I had to speak with him several times in a week and he always called back promptly and always spent the time needed to explain and answer all my questions. If I needed to bring Mackie in at the last minute, a time was always made for us that day.  When I had to bring him in the day before Thanksgiving. Dr. Smith, the visiting doctor, was very thorough and kind. He carefully went over all the previous notes, test results and x-rays before examining Mackie and took his time helping us figure out what to do next. Dr. Frank was the doctor on duty when it came time to put him to sleep and her empathy and gentleness with our little guy - and with us - were so greatly appreciated. Through it all is the staff, from the front desk to all the technicians - animal lovers through and through and lovely, kind people to boot. Since moving to San Carlos, it's a bit more of a drive to Burlingame, but how worth the extra time to visit this wonderful clinic. Read Less

I've been to many vets before and I had a hard time finding a place I was pleased/comfortable with in my area. That being said, I really cannot say enough good things about Camino Real Pet Clinic. Their place is small and they do have a lot of clients so it may be a little tough to get your pet in without calling at least a week in advance, but all of the staff here is very friendly and accommodating especially if your pet has urgent needs.I had my first visit just a few days ago and I was so happy with them that I'm sure CRPC will be my regular vet for a long, long time. The good thing about this clinic is that even though it's small, it's run by very kind people who honestly care about your pets. They don't have a 'cold' attitude from being desensitized by too many animals around them, in fact they seem to thrive off of seeing so many lovely pets come in and out of their clinic. I've been to bigger vet clinics/hospitals whose staff had that cold/uncaring attitude and while they were efficient, they didn't seem friendly or really care about making my pet comfortable or their true well-being.The doctors here are also very patient; my Westie puppy is having her 2nd UTI now so I had a lot of questions and concerns about it but Dr. Smith and Dr. Frank took my questions seriously and didn't rush me or answer in a way that made me not want to ask anymore questions (I've had experiences in the past with other vet Doctors where this was the case, and I didn't feel comfortable since they were being very cold and short).If you want to take your pet in to a place that truly cares for animals and treats your pet the way they would treat their own, Camino Real Pet Clinic is the place to go. They are professional, kind, and I truly feel as if the place is so cozy it makes you feel like you're also part of their family.They even sent a card to my house welcoming us to their practice that the staff signed! It's the little things and the personal touch that really matters. I highly recommend this place for all pet parents. Read Less

We've really enjoyed this pet clinic - just moved into the area with a dog that we baby (to put it lightly). They are wonderful, and in a great location. Easy to get to and park, and very friendly. It's a nice, clean location. Read Less

It started with Zeus three years ago. Then came Rosie shortly after and a year later RJ joined the family. We have been coming to Camino Real for all three years and never once have I felt the need to question or Google the care my dogs have received. We even stayed through Dr Conners retirement because I knew she would never retire and leave her beloved clinic to someone who wasn't equally as wonderful as she. Dr Schmidt has not let us down and Zeus, who has really sensitive skin, has been able to continue to receive amazing care as have the less problem ridden Rosie and RJ. What is also great is that Dr Schmidt doesn't question my semiholistic approach to health care for my dogs. She doesn't push me into vaccinating or boostering them (except Rabies every three years, which I totally accept) and accepts the raw food diet they receive rather than try to talk me out of it. Further, the staff gets my messages onto Dr Schmidt so that we don't have to make the trek down from San Francisco if it is unnecessary, making them so very accommodating. That's right, we come down from the city because I have utmost confidence in Camino Real and everyone who works there. I cannot more highly  recommend them to anyone looking for outstanding service, love and passion for keeping your animals happy and healthy. Read Less

I have been coming here for a couple years now and I do not plan on switching any time soon! I have seen two different doctors and it has been a great experience so far! The staff at the front desk are extremely friendly and welcoming.I definitely recommend bringing your pet if you are looking for a responsible, proactive, and gentle vet for your pet:) Read Less

I love this place and everyone here.my doggy has a weird leg spasm before bed / while he's trying to relax. I took him in to see Dr. Schmidt because it was getting to be an exhausting problem - as in he wakes up in the middle of the night (in my bed) and starts kicking the shit out of me for an hour. help! Upon seeing Dr. Schmidt, she admitted she had never seen such a case before. BUT instead of giving up on us she took these amazing extra steps which is something ive never experienced, even from a human doctor- she did online / library research for us- she showed a video of my doggy's twitching to her colleagues to gather other opinions- she contacted a neurologist for us while we were there (a phone call that probably would have cost me $100) AND after I sent in my video, showed the video to the neurologist and discussed my video after we left the clinic (another $100+)she's followed up with us several times after doing some trial and error with medicineeveryone on the staff is always so friendly to us and gentle w/ my dog - and he can be an asshole. everyone seems to know who we are after the few times we've been to the clinic, even people i've never met before. they provide doggy treats and human treats. the asian girl at reception is so sweet i mean, all this for $60? this will be mr. nibbles' forever clinic Read Less

I was looking for a new vet for my cat, who is 11 years old and decidedly "high maintenance" in that she doesn't really like strangers and generally dislikes men. She is (usually) pretty mellow and a sweetheart at home, but my husband begs to differ. Because she can be difficult, I've always dreaded going to the vet -- probably as much as she does -- because it can be quite an ordeal. When I found the high ratings for Camino Real Pet Clinic, I thought I'd give it a try.First off, this clinic is clean, well maintained, and generally airy and bright. No weird smells or odors. It has an old school, small town feel, as the office and exam rooms are all situated inside a traditional house. Very cute and charming.The staff are all down to earth and friendly, taking the time to say hello and greet you as you enter, making sure you've been helped, and generally making you feel welcome from the moment you walk through the door. I was already liking my experience.Second, Dr. Frank has such a gentle and professional touch, she somehow managed to handle my cat without her freaking out, hissing, or worse, pooping all over the place. I was shocked and happily surprised to see my cat behaving herself so well! Dr. Frank took her time to ask many questions, consider various factors that might be contributing to the problem, and then carefully examined my cat. All the while, she explained in detail what she was looking for, why, and what the possible issues could be. I felt like I was 100% informed and immediately at ease that I could trust her. This is by far what impressed me most. There was none of that dumbing down or oversimplifying of details, or dismissiveness that some vets so rudely do to their clients.After completing some tests and explaining what next steps were involved, we agreed to a treatment plan that made sense to me. At this point, I was feeling extremely satisfied with my visit so far, and confident we could address the problem my cat was having.Third...  and then the bill. I didn't want to get my hopes up too soon before paying because, as we've all seen at some point, a great visit can be instantly ruined by discovering a bill that doesn't make sense or having to fork over one's life savings. But no such disaster here! The front office assistant explained the bill in full and I was very pleased that all charges seemed fair and reasonable. All in all, I have nothing but great things to say about Camino Real Pet Clinic and especially Dr. Frank. I have found our new vet! Read Less

I had the best day today. Why? Well, because something extraordinary occurred this morning. Today, after 5 years of searching for a veterinarian who wouldn't whisk my dog into the back to perform unknown and exorbitant examinations or tests, make me feel like a neurotic headcase for being concerned, or guilt me into spending 4 times more than I felt necessary, I found one. I found THE one. I guess what they say is true. When it's right, you just know.I cannot tell you how many other clinics I've taken my pets to in the area, both for emergency care, and regular "my dog is limping and lethargic, can you fit him in?" types of situations. NO other clinic, with the exception of Feline Well Care, who is no longer open to the public, has wowed me the way Camino Real did today. From the moment I called, they were accommodating. I hadn't scheduled an appointment, yet they were able to squeeze me in the next morning. In fact, they would have taken me on the same day had I been closer and able to get my dog there in time.Dr. Frank was incredible. She took her time to really listen to the problem, which is something that I've learned from experiences with other vets to absolutely not take for granted, and she examined my nervous, trembling dog right there in the room with me. That, in and of itself, won Camino Real points in my book. I don't know about you, but whenever a vet takes my babies into the back room, and then comes back in with a $500 estimate after doing who knows what, I'm always leery. Her examination was thorough, which impressed me, and then this is what really sealed the deal, she said she wanted to treat him conservatively first, before thinking about x-rays and such. Conservatively! It's a word that I think far too many veterinarians exclude from their vocabularies. I had to restrain myself because I really wanted to hug her. For the service we received, I thought the prices were absolutely beyond reasonable. A 10-day supply of pain killers was $20 (2 pills/day, so $1/pill), and they've already worked miracles on my achy pup. The exam was $65 - again, reasonable, considering I was seen the day after I called and could have been seen the same day (though I wouldn't recommend counting on that always being the case). And a heartworm test was $38. All fine by me, considering anywhere else I would have taken him, they probably would have recommended x-rays and a full blood panel, running into several hundred dollars. Bonus, they price match online stores for Trifexis, which I'm likely going to start my dog on soon, provided his tests show him to be heartworm negative. Also, mini-candy bars at the front desk and coffee are a nice touch.If you were on the fence about whether to give Camino Real a try, do it. The staff is  wonderful, Dr. Frank is a godsend, and you can nibble on a Snickers bar while you wait. Read Less

I just recently adopted a new kitten and wanted to ensure she was up to date with all her shots and make sure I have her healthy.Loved this vet clinic!!  It's a cute little place that reminds of those old small town establishments.  Reception was great on the phone and when I got there.They have coffee and "human" treats while you wait.  Parking was great, but then again I got there pretty early.Dr Franco attended us and she was very inquisitive of my kitten's habits and what food I bought her and she later provided time for me to ask any questions.  She was very soft spoken so my kitten didn't get scared by this "new human".We got her her shots and take home lab work.  Overall a great experience!  I will be returning for my pets medical needs. Read Less

I just moved from San Diego to San Mateo,while in San Diego, my cocker spaniel visited the USDAVIS hospital and was a patient for Governor Animal Clinic. After meeting Dr. Connor and her staff today, I will have to suggest that both clinics in San Diego get a reality check on their service and caring for our pet. I was taken back to be checked in and seeing ON TIME and that ALL of the patients appts, are kept within schedule. Important as well, was the pricing, that as a Single mom, did not have to break the piggy bank to care for my dog. ALL questions, doubts and concerns were answered pleasantly and my dog was VERY happy.... I am glad for the previous reviews that made me choose them, I certainly recommend the clinic. Thanks. Read Less