Love love love this vet! Very informational, sweet, understands our specific needs! All the people at the front desk and vet techs are exceptional as well! They not only want to help with any concerns, but seem genuinely excited to see our dogs! We love coming here and it's been a positive experience for our dogs as well :) Read Less

We've been going here for several years and have always had a good experience!  Our pets are our babies and we trust crown vet and Dr Jarvis & Dr Jones with them!  The staff is professional and friendly and we are always able to get an appointment quickly.  Definitely recommend crown vet! Read Less

Took my puppy here and as a first time puppy owner I was so overprotective and concerned about keeping her in the best health! I called in with a few questions and they were so friendly and helpful and we're able to see my pup within the day. Dr. Jarvis was so informative and helpful and really went above and beyond for my pup and for helping me with any and all of my questions. Very happy to have such a great staff and Dr so close by!! Read Less

My dog loves it here, so I love it here. We walk by here everyday and my dog drags me towards the door. He knows that's where the good cookies are and the nice girls that always love on him. He has NO IDEA this an animal hospital. Read Less

The best! I am so glad I found this place. Dr Jarvis really helped my fiancee's dog with her skin issues. Staff here is more knowledeable than the clinic I transfered from. They also have grooming and boarding which has saved us from driving off island. Great place! Read Less

Our regular veterinarian left the island so we gave Crown vet a try after our dog started having really bad breath. Dr Jarvis did a full exam on our dog and determined her teeth needed to be professionally cleaned. We made the appointment for the cleaning and took her in for the appointment and it turned out she had a tooth that was infected. Dr Jarvis removed the tooth and sent us home with pain medicine. Our dog is acting much more like herself now her rotten tooth was taken out! We really appreciated the doctor and the staff at Crown Vet and we plan to take our grumpy old cat in for an exam soon. Read Less

They do a good enough job but are VERY EXPENSIVE! Cost me $445 to spay my cat. Over 2X as much as most reputable vets with comparable service. I did not check 1st so my bad/responsibility. But note you do not always get what you pay for and here is a prime example. Next time I will go somewhere else that has reasonable charges. Read Less

Called to schedule a grooming appointment three days ago and the girl I spoke to offered to get my puppy's shot records from his vet. Showed up this morning to find out the records weren't requested. I trusted everything was good to go. I'm sure the vet service there is great, and I've heard nothing but great reviews about the groomer, but they need to get more attentive, better customer service at the front. Do not tell customers you'll take care of something and fail to follow through. Waste of time and now I'm back to finding another groomer. So disappointed!! Read Less

I was warned but always try to support local so now I too will be driving over the bridge. Yes Crown Vet. is  expensive but I could get over that. It is the service that won't have us coming back. The staff doesn't seem happy to be there. Read Less

We have a golden retriever puppy who got pretty sick. I took him to Dr. Speir and he was soooo helpful, and understanding...he made my dog and I feel important. I'm glad that I chose to take our new family member there ! Read Less

This is the BEST vet ever! They fit both of our pups in last minute, were upbeat and positive and excited to see us, not to mention happy and energetic with our dogs! We loved it and will definitely recommend it! Read Less

Dr. Speir is one of the best... I had an issue with one of my beloved Labs, Markee. After taking her to VCA and getting the worse treatment, at a high cost (I could have done better). And being denied an appt with my local vet Ark Animal Hospital... Dr. Speir offered to take special care of Markee... to the point of operating on her out of hours and with minimal to no staff help. He understood the need for emergency surgery, and went above and beyond. Sadly, Markee didn't make it to that (surgery) day as her complications escalated overnight. Dr. Speir met me curbside with a gurney, and before anymore pain, I held Markee's head as he put her to sleep. He showed compassion. More then any Vet I've ever known. With that, he won a customer for life. I'll drive the extra miles (Kearny Mesa to Coronado) anytime, any day. Thank you Dr. Speir for the best care of patient, and owner!Read Less

DO NOT GO HERE! I needed a place to take my dogs when I first moved to San Diego. I found this place and thought they offered great customer service for an affordable price. I have moved around since first coming to San Diego and even though their office is now far-- I have always made the trip out of loyalty. My dog initially came in with an infiltrated lipoma (fatty non-carcenagenic tumor). After talking with the Vet, we had a specialist/surgeon come in to get it out. After spending close to $2000.00, we were told that they felt confident that they got everything. Fast forward to present day and the lipoma is back. I went back into the office and talked with the Vet. I was told that my suspicions were correct that the lipoma was back and that they could remove it. I was told that the surgery did not need to happen immediately as it was not life threatening. I waited a few months and called back in to schedule the appointment. I verified the price over the phone and was told that they would honor the estimate that was given. The day of the surgery I took my dog in, signed the estimate of $300-$400 and left feeling confident that this time they would finish what they initially started. Later that same day, I receive a phone call from Crown Vet. It was the Vet Tech who was going to be helping out and wanted to discuss the surgery. I was told that my dog had been shaved, a catheter put in, and had his blood work done for anesthesia. The doctor was doing his final inspection before surgery and thought the surgery was going to take longer than initially expected. The Vet Tech then told me that they were then going to have to charge DOUBLE for the surgery $600-$800 because of the recent developments. EXCUSE ME! When you give someone an estimate that contains a range you expect them to honor it. NOT HERE! What was I to do? Not do the surgery even though he is fully prepared? I asked if they would honor the initial quote and was told that they could perform the surgery at the agreed upon price, but the Vet thought for the surgery to be successful that they would need more time thus the expensive surgery! To me-- it is extremely unprofessional to call a pet owner right before the surgery and demand double what was initially agreed upon. When I went to pick up my dog there was no one in the office. I had to wait until someone finally came out to help. The first thing they did was of course take the money before even telling me that the surgery was not a success! I paid and then the Vet Tech that called came out to discuss the surgery. Where was the actual Vet? The Vet who performed the surgery didn't even have the decency to come out and provide the details of the surgery. The Vet Tech told me that they tried to get as much of the lipoma as they could, but the lipoma would grow back. WHAT? So why did I just spend DOUBLE the initial price of the surgery if it would have netted the same results. I will not be going back to this establishment. I have spent close to $3000 on this same problem and I will be back in the same position 2/3 years from now. Read Less

Dr. Speir is wonderful! A very compassionate, knowledgeable Vet. He gets the diagnosis right the first time. He also does an outstanding job with surgeries. He saved my SharPei girl's life when she ate a stuffed toy, and his cost for the surgery was half what the Pet Specialty hospital charges. When I had to have my old dog put to sleep, he made it the best experience it could have been. I will never forget his kindness  The receptionist and Vet techs are friendly and knowledgeable. Read Less

Best Vet ever. I have been going here for nearly 8 years. Dr. Speir is wonderful. He is kind and compassionate, as well as being a great Vet. He gets the diagnosis right and gives you the options for treatment. He recently did emergency surgery on my SharPei girl and saved her life after she ate a stuffed toy. She later passed away from her kidney failure issues, but he gave her more time than she would have had, and was so kind during her passing. Read Less

New to Coronado as of Aug 2014.  11+ yr old Bernese Mtn dog, Scout.  First visit-Dr. Zuckerman for Scout's diarrhea. Basic exam, bloodwork and meds for $377.00.  He was quick to recommend teeth cleaning, but I was pretty clear that I don't like the idea of general anesthesia especially for a procedure that wasn't really 'necessary'.  Second visit-Dr. Speir for what was clearly an anal glad issue (event to my untrained eye!).  Within the first 5 minutes, Dr. Speir suggested it might be cancer (!) and that if it is NOT an impacted anal gland, he will want to do XY and Z (aka-expensive procedures).  He started talking about chemo, etc.! ($376.00 for this visit)Scout is in overall good health for an 11+ yo Berner.  People can't believe it when I say he's that old.  He hates going to the vet and at this point in his life, I am all for quality vs. quantity.  Cleaning his teeth and invasive/expensive procedures to see IF he might have cancer are not options especially when he isn't giving me any indication he is in pain. Another issue I have is charging $50 for follow up visits after a procedure!  Scout ended up having to be sedated so they could lance and drain the impacted gland.  He was on 3 different medications.  This was a significant evolution for both him and me.  The follow up should have been free.Sidebar snarkiness--I was late for our follow up and was told Dr. Speir left for a house call.  Hmmm!  Scout and I left to take care of a couple of errands on Orange Ave.  Left Walgreens and out of the corner of my eye, noticed Dr. Speir about 10 ft behind us.  He pretended to be on his phone so as not to make eye contact.  Continued our walk, he was behind us on the way back to the vet, I guess.  Thing that bugs me--he could have at least said SOMETHING.  'How is he doing?' would have been nice.  I could have said something, but it would have come across angry so I thought it best not to say anything. We will definitely seek out another vet! Read Less

What a great place my neighbor told me about this place so i figured I would give them a shot. The staff was super friendly. The vet was also great. The prices where reasonable. I will be taking my dog back for her vet needs. as for the grooming and boarding they offer I haven't used those services (well the grooming at least). Read Less

Very friendly place. This was our first time here as we just moved here. My chihuahua was very nervous but they made us feel right at home. The nurse even printed out a coupon for me for a first time visitor coupon. I will definitely be returning for all of my chihuahuas needs Read Less

I would take a negative five stars if possible. My Olde English Bulldogge was misdiagnosed with a one in twenty chance of scabies, then given a $150 shot, and  $150 of antibiotics and shampoos. All without a $35 skin scraping. Ridiculous. Practicing "medicine" without tests is bad medicine, treating with a bag of junk is bad medicine. Sad, this vet clinic used to have great docs. Read Less

We highly recommend Crown Vet for your four-legged family members! Everyone in the clinic has been very helpful, resourceful, professional and kind and I have absolute confidence in the care and treatment of our puppy. And being a puppy, we've had to visit Crown Vet. A lot. Each time, we've been helped immediately, appreciated fantastic customer service, enjoyed personable conversation and received helpful information. Our initial exam with Dr. Speir following our adoption was worth every penny - he is a wealth of interesting, very current information and clearly knows and loves dogs. We love Crown Vet! Read Less

I recently moved to Coronado and needed to find a trustworthy vet. I looked at the reviews for Crown and figured I'd give them a shot. When I came in, everyone was very nice, welcoming and helpful! I noticed a bump on my dog this AM and wanted to get it checked out asap. The person I spoke to was so kind and was willing to fit me in today! I highly recommend this vet! Read Less

When we first moved on the Island, I thought this place would be too expensive for us, so I resisted going to an "Island vet." But, when our rescue dog got incredibly sick over the New Year - we think he may have eaten something poisonous while out on his walk in town - Crown vet SAVED HIS LIFE. Dr. Klaus and the whole staff were amazing! They let us make payments, made arrangements, did so many treatments for free or reduced rates - thousands of dollars worth of treatments for the sake of saving my dog, and I only paid what I could afford. They convinced me they were all about the animals, not all about the money. My dog had hives like they'd never seen before and they called on specialists to treat it. He was swollen, started seizures, couldn't even drink water, let alone eat. For more than two weeks it was round the clock care for him and most late nights, I didn't think he was going to make it. I wish I could post pictures... you wouldn't believe it. Crown Vet. Saved his life. Saved. His. Life. Now, I would pay anything for my animals to be cared for as much as these doctors and staff care for animals (but, their prices aren't horrible, anyway :-) And I REALLY like Dr. Klaus. He isn't pushy on stuff we don't need. He is the BEST!Thank you, Dr. Klaus and all the staff, from the bottom of our hearts! Read Less

Hi Everyone!I just wanted to take the time to let everyone know how great Crown Vet has been to me and my 3 dogs and cat.  I have been taking my pets to them for over the past 3 years and Dr. Lisa and all the technicians are amazing!  They are all so smart and really have a passion for animals.  Dr. Lisa has an alternative approach to treatments and is always looking for ways to suggest the best care possible.  Whether it's an unexpected visit or a routine check up, I can count on her to be there.  Also, they have the most amazing groomer, Kristy that you will ever find.  I do not trust anyone else when it comes to my dogs haircut.  She is always booked up so call ahead!Papi, Oreo, Tux, Jasper, and Jax say THANK YOU CROWN! Read Less

I really disagree with the review below. The staff have never come off to me as lazy. They care about the pets and everytime i have been there i have had good service. They are very helpful and informative.Read Less

When I walked through the door, I was greeted by 3 smiling staff members and a cheery "Hello, how may I help you. I did have to wait about 15 minutes to be seen, although the front staff kept me informed and appologized for the delay. I happily sat and read the newspaper and had some coffee that they provided in the lobby. A very polite Doctors assistant asked me a few questions, and answered mine, was very gentle with my dog. The doctor introduced himself by first name, and then said "Hi, how are ya Big guy" to my dog, followed by a kiss on the forehead! My bill was explained to me, I was given a reason for all the charges and what the purpose was. I recieved a call two days later from the staff, just to see how my dog was doing; to me that shows genuine interest, and I will definately refer friends and family!! Read Less