I wanted to wait until we had visited Companion Pet Clinic a few times before writing a review. Total to date - we have had 2 scheduled appointments for our Golden Retriever puppy (Stella) and 1 unplanned visit. The staff are warm, friendly and reflective of Dr. Knox himself who will immediately put you right at ease. This is a small clinic with reasonable pricing and no up-selling of unnecessary services or products. My wife and I are so happy we found Dr. Knox and Companion Pet Clinic; and know Stella will receive the best possible care in the years to come. When we took Stella's Rabies vaccination paperwork to the Humane Society for registration - we communicated to the front desk Stella was being cared for by Dr. Knox and Companion Pet Clinic; and were told Dr. Knox has routinely volunteered his time at the Center and they echoed what we had already experienced with his kindness and dedication. Read Less

Awesome, it's a small Clinic there's no long Waits and the people are great. I love dr. Knox he was sweet knowledgeable good with my cat and my overall is a 5. + Stars. They got me in the same day which help relieve my tension about my cat. These folks are really nice you can't go wrong as far as I'm concerned, and first-time customers . have a half price for first visits coupon on their website all you have to do is show them on your phone. Read Less

Great Vet, super friendly and accommodating staff. They definitely try to help their furry patient family and try to fit you in the same day you call in some cases. I just moved here and they have been super helpful in getting my dog prepared for his new home Read Less

It seemed like a reasonably priced vet. Dr. Knox and tech were very informative and patient seemed very caring in the 1st and 2nd encounter. But then Dr. Knox was scheduled to be out for the next appointment and we would be seeing another Dr. It went all down hill on that visit, claimed there was no appointment, that it was actually canceled by receptionist, since the inititual treatment was not successful, we called to see if we could be seen before the next scheduled appointment if they had a cancellation or opening sooner, which they did immediately the same day. Went to appointment got a large $$$$ quote, needef to talk it through with family, decided to get antibiotic to see if that treatment would clear up condition, but keep same next appointment date already scheduled, we all agreed in exam room to do that. Got antibiotic, was explained amount to be given and we left. Well the medicine needed to be refrigerated, was not informed of that! Didn't realize it, until saw it on the counter and it had seperated?! Then even with my progressive lenses to 225 magnification, could hardly make out it needed to be regridgerated. Well can't use it any more to treat. When get into office, they said didn't have an appoint sceduled, and didn't show yhey cancelled it bevause if their proceedure, if come in before that appiintment its cancelled and repkaced with the appointment you had. It would be extra $54.00 on top of regular visit cost for tjus appointment. Just like with human medical iffices do, and it's on the box that the medicine needs to be refridgerated, hthis wad some middle aged stout short woman I've never seen or met before. She is brass and rude. I'm in the medical and dental field, and that us not how it's handled or extra charged, which I told her. Also, any medications or oral treatment products the asdistant, nurse, physicuan or pharmacists tells you that in the first part of instruction, then asks if there are any questions. So we are looking for another vet to treat our beloved pet!!! If you go here, adk a lit of questions, hopefully you can think of them all, so you won't feel so badly treated in the end. Read Less

My dog has never done so well at a vet office as he has today!  The Dr Knox and his staff were really great!  The whole office was really calm, and my dog really benefitted from it.So grateful to have found this place, they've just earned a lifelong customer.  The staff was really friendly, Dr Knox has a good balance of medical and holistic approaches, and the prices were totally reasonable :)Thanks guys!!! Read Less

I hadn't found a vet nearby since I moved, so when I suspected my cat had a UTI I was frantically looking for a vet. Dr. Knox came highly recommended by a family member so I called their office to see what their rates were and if they could squeeze us in. I spoke with Stacy (I think that was her name!) and she was so sweet and accommodating. She worked some things around and got us in same day, then told me they would give me 50% off our first exam fee. My experience in the clinic was just as good. Dr. Knox was great, so patient and knowledgeable. He listened and answered all my questions and spent as much time with us as needed as though I was he only person there. The urine sample collection was quick and kitty didn't seem distressed at all. They promised to call next day to let me know how things look and if we need to treat anything. They also made me very comfortable in my concerns about costs. They showed me an estimate of what they thought needed to be done and very patiently explained why it was necessary. They were very respectful of my need to keep costs down and I never felt pressured to do anything. They also answered questions for me about flea treatment for all my animals, even the ones they weren't seeing today. I highly recommend them and will definitely be bringing my fur babies back! Read Less

Dr. Knox and his staff are amazing. Been going for a year and about 3 weeks ago Buddy, my golden chow mix got a large hematoma and needed surgery. Dr. Knox was on vacation so I was a little worried because he is sooo great with Buddy but his assistants told me not to worry. The vet was super quick to look and evaluate but the STAFF is what made it a great experience. They coached me on what I should do and calmed me down for the bill. I'm one to freak out because I recently went to VCA in Hawaii and had to pay a ridiculous amount to put my other dog down. Sooo needless to say this was a way better experience. Thank you to everyone! Love this place! Read Less

The doctor& the team are amazing. My dog's ear was infected with a nasty foxtail and they did a great job taking care of it. Very professional and caring, what a peace of mind to find them after moving to Escondido a few months ago.  Thank you very much companion team! Read Less

We have been bringing our Min Pin here for a couple of years now and the staff and Doctor Knox have always been amazing to deal with. The exam rooms and waiting rooms look a little dated but the compassion they exibit more than makes up for it. Prices seem reasonable for standard check ups. Our dog usually doesn't have any problems though when she does they seem to be big ones and Dr. Knox has always laid out simple solutions. Read Less

Had a very nice experience with Dr. Knox and his staff. They were very friendly and courteous! They took excellent care of my 5 year female boxer Scarlett! She had her teeth cleaned and her gums cut back and a lump removed in her mouth. She came back happy and was even happier to get yummy treats afterwards! I will be bringing my other boxer back soon to have his teeth cleaned as well! Read Less

When I moved from Valley Center I had to leave the wonderful Vet (Dr. Matthews) who specializes with cats, because I no longer had transportation and Escondido was a bit far to travel for our cats' care. Dr. Knox was recommended by three people, and I have been most satisfied and delighted with his care for Maude and Mathilda, who are now about 17 years old and living with me in my residential care facility in Escondido. Dr. Knox is kind, efficient, knowledgeable, and readily available. He helped wean Mathilda from medication she had been taking for many years, and seems to be thriving. The staff at Companion Care are wonderful, caring, pleasant, and obviously very animal friendly! Read Less

My dog is not easy for a vet to deal with. Dr. Knox has always been able to tackle the issues and resolve the problems. So, while my dog still has anxiety going to the vet, I don't because I know that my dog's problems will be dealt with successfully. Read Less

We simply LOVE Companion Animal Clinic. We refer our clients there because of the great care and competence shown by Dr. Knox. Penny spent her internship there and got to know the clinic and the workers first hand and knows just what a great operation Dr. Knox and his staff run. We highly recommend Companion Animal Clinic. K9 Resort and Spa Read Less

Dr Knox is an excellent vet. He and his staff are very knowledgeable, caring and concerned for both my dog's and my welfare. I have been with him for 15yrs and 5 dogs now. I highly recommend him to all pet owners. 2 of my dogs were littermates and had very unusual medical issues that Dr Knox was quite adept at dealing with and got me the resources I needed for them. Read Less

we have been with Dr Knox for 15 years and to date 5 dogs, 2 of which were special needs.  He has always been there for us and our dogs.  He is very knowledgeable as well as being exceptionally good with both dogs and people.  He has an amazing staff who are quite proficient and dog friendly.  His office is very warm and inviting.  I would highly recommend him to anyone needing good Vet services.  Everyone there is quite patient with nervous dogs and very skilled in their practice.  I have had 2 dogs which were nervous when arriving but not at all nervous when they left, which says a lot for the staff including Dr Knox. Read Less

After many years of searching for the "perfect vet", we are so very thankful to have found Dr. Knox and his wonderful staff several years ago.  Dr. Knox is an amazingly kind, caring and very skilled vet who is not only an animal person, but a great people person as well.  Our pets are always nervous about being put in the car to go anywhere, but once they arrive at Dr. Knox's clinic, it's like they're right at home and relaxed as they know they're in a good place.    We recommend Dr. Knox highly and hold him in the highest regard. Read Less

Dr. Knox is extremely knowledgeable, honest & compassionate. The staff is always kind, very friendly & ready to help. It's about a 25 minute drive for me living in Mission Valley, so I had taken my puggle to a few vets in the SD area. I kept coming back to Companion Animal Clinic & will continue to do so from now on because of the above mentioned factors. The drive is well worth it for my pet & I, as they're very fairly priced and the care my dog receives is incomparable to any other practice I've been to. Thank you Dr. Knox for doing what you do best! Read Less

We have been taking our dogs to Dr.Knox for years,he is a kind,honest,caring vett. He has a staff that truly enjoy what they do and it shows!!Doug is such a great person,with the best sense of humor:),we always look forward to seeing him,he is very knowledgable and takes special care with our girls!We appreciate all of you and Thank you! Read Less

From the staff to the veterinarian himself, everyone was so accommodating. The receptionist is approachable and is willing to answer any and all of my questions. The vet assistants were so friendly and kind to me and my dog which I warned them was a biter. They won him over immediately. Dr. Knox came in to do his examination on my dog and took his time to get to know me and his patient. They don't sell you into other procedures and treatments that are unnecessary unlike other places I've taken my pet to. Thank you, Rain'n Cats n Dogs Groomer, for the recommendation! Read Less