Dr. Cole has been our Vet since 2002, he took care of Bayou, La'Bayou and now our puppy, La'Bayou The Miracle. We adore him, he is wonderful and caring and doesn't suggest costly procedures unless they are absolutely necessary. He also has rescued many Shih Tzu puppies that were going to be euthanized, and nursed them back to health and made them part of his family at home. You will love him. He is the finest. Read Less

Great Doctors and excellent staff. They really care about their furry patients. Highly recommend these folks as they are attentive, compassionate and caring. The doctors explain plainly what the procedures are and why they are needed. Read Less

I must say that Dr. Kay is the absolute BEST.  She caught a very faint heart arrhythmia when checking our bichon frise, Baxter, for fleas (YES we went into the vet for flea medication and when she took the time to listen to his heartbeat, she identified a potentially dangerous heart murmur).   Since he wasn't showing any signs or symptoms, we had no idea that our little guy was sick.  But her patience and diligence caught the issue and we immediately had an X-ray performed which disclosed that he has an enlarged heart.  Not more than a week later, Dr. Brewer was able to perform an EKG and confirm that because we caught the issue so early, we don't need to put Bax on medication for another year or so.  But without Dr. Kay, we never would have known the issue even existed. In fact, when we brought in Bax for boarding this weekend, the other vet didn't even identify the arrhythmia on his chart- that's how faint it was.  We are so grateful she caught this so early, so we can monitor the issue and provide medication when necessary.  Thank you Dr. Kay!!! Read Less

Wouldn't recommend if you are looking for vet care just due to the fact that they were very unhelpful when I had an issue come up. They gave me no options and basically turned me away when my dog needed some urgent care. Luckily I found another vet that was amazing last minute yesterday Read Less

I recently adopted a kitten from the Irvine Animal Shelter and took my cat here for a physical exam. Two things made me regret this:1. As a first time pet parent, I researched beforehand what the exam should entail and how to prepare my cat. I was quite disappointed that the vet did not do some of the steps the exam should entail, according to petcha.com (petcha.com/what-to-expec…): Observe the kitten for a minute or two before performing the physical exam - Definitely did not doWash their hands prior to touching your kitten - Did not doOpen the kitten's mouth, check the eyes and ears with lighted instruments - Did not doetc.2. The exam is supposed to be free, if you adopt from the Irvine Animal Shelter. I was told to bring in a stool sample. There was no mention of cost until the very last minute, when I was heading out, that I owe $80+. I certainly am not going to skimp my kitten on care, and if it costs to have a stool analysis, I am willing to pay for it. But it's poor communication and trust practice to not mention the additional charge of something until the last minute. After doing more research on vet clinics in Irvine, I realized this place had one of the lowest reviews and highest prices. Read Less

We have been going to IVS for years - bring our 2 cats and 2 dogs, and their service and level of care for our animals has always been fantastic. From the front of house to our interactions with the vets, everyone is caring, professional and very thorough. We trust their care of our beloved pets and recommend them wholeheartedly. Read Less

My tri pawd rescue German Shepherd, Maya was seen several times for female related issues and was never diagnosed or treated for the problem. Everytime I took Maya in they always charged exorbitant charges and given antibiotics that never worked. After being seen one time at Alicia Vet Care, Maya was given an ultrasound and found to be in severe heat and rushed in for a hysterectomy. After Alicia Letterman left things were never the same . They are only concerned about money and not your pet. They actually told me on Maya's last visit that her spleen was full of fluid and most likely cancer. The heartache that it caused my family and OC Coastal German Shepherd rescue was horrific. It turned out that their diagnosis of her spleen was in fact her uterus! Please, please do not take your pet there! Read Less

I have been taking my dogs to Dr. Cole for nearly 40 years! He and his staff are all caring professionals. Dr. Kay is also great! They are a bit expensive but my dogs are my babies and you can't put a price on peace of mind. Highly recommended! Read Less

Taking your beloved, sick fur baby to the vet, is always emotionally draining, but I, and my babies have always been welcomed, and secure. All the doctors are great, but I have a soft spot for Dr. Cole. Read Less

I discovered my cat had fleas and needed to take her to a vet right away. Irvine Veterinary Services was the closest clinic near my house so I decided to try it out. I called to make an appointment Friday afternoon and was able to get scheduled for Saturday morning. The facility itself is quaint and well-maintained. I was greeted by a very nice lady at the front desk, who couldn't get enough of my cat. After signing the paperwork, I was called within five minutes.My cat took a liking to Dr. Morse, who has a warm personality (you can tell she loves cats!). She examined my cat and confirmed she did have fleas; however she was not infested which was great news. She recommended a flea medication called Revolution, which treats and prevents both fleas and ear mites. She also had my cat's ears flushed since they were filled with gunk. When my cat was returned to me, I was surprised at how much cleaner her ears looked!When it was time to pay, I asked if there was any way I could pay a lower price for the Revolution medication since the 6-month supply recommended to me was worth over $130. The receptionist said that I could instead order a 3-month supply to cut my cost down to $75. The only catch would be that I would have to wait 3-4 business days for the meds to be shipped to my house. No biggie, I saved a lot of money that way! I will definitely return to this clinic when my cat needs another physical/vaccine. Read Less

We have taken our little dog and 2 cats to to IVS, both for emergencies and non emergency visits. All the doctors and staff are very knowledgeable, professional and helpful. This is a great place for best of care for your loved furry family members! Read Less

When I first got my dog, I came here as my primary vet. I knew it was expensive but always felt that my dog was receiving good care. As time went on, I found a more affordable vet but felt I could use this as a back up since they're open on Sundays.  Today I went in since my dog had been having diarrhea and was vomiting for the last 2.5 days and she didn't want to eat her food this morning. Her stomach has always been a bit sensitive and I've gone in for the same reasons in the past. I was surprised to see that the majority of vets that were there a few years ago are now gone. The one I was comfortable with was on maternity leave but I wanted my dog to be seen today so I took a chance. After my dog was examined, the assistant came in with an estimate of over $900 for all the recommended treatment.  They've never done anything like this in the past and my dog wasn't in any worse shape than before.  I'm disappointed in how things have changed. Not only is it expensive but I feel like they're potentially subjecting your dog to painful/uncomfortable procedures for the sake of making a buck.  I felt like I was being preyed on during a stressful time. I left my dog there to get some of the tests done around 10 am and picked her up around 3 pm.  The doctor had prescribed flagyl for her and I was told that I needed to give a dose to her right away when I got home. It seemed odd that they didn't give one to her when she had been there for 5 hours. In any case, the front desk staff was really nice and helpful.  They're going to help me send in a claim to my dog insurance company. Read Less

It's expensive but you get what you pay for. The staff is extremely friendly and they remember me and my dogs! (Unlike a few other vets I've been to.) Amazing doctors who get down on the floor and play with my dogs. My dogs LOVE going to the vet. Boarding and grooming services are also wonderful.Read Less

I've been using IVS for a few years now for my 2 Pekingese. My last visit was so remarkable I decided to finally write a review. Everyone who works here is so pleasant and caring they really make you feel at home. Its a touch on the pricy side but it is well worth it in my opinion. Read Less

My labradoodle, Emma, gets groomed at IVS every three to four weeks. She loves going, and they always do a great job with her. They are our local vet as well, and it is great having shots updated, teeth brushed, and other things taken care of while she is there being groomed each month! Every vet we have worked with has been professional, medically adept and compassionate. We can't recommend them highly enough! Read Less

This vet is expensive but you get what you pay for. We love, love, love Dr. Kay. She gets down on the floor and loves on our puppies like they are her own. She is definitely a dog person, in fact I bet she likes dogs better than people. Office staff is friendly and not stressed out at all. The file system is a bit mysterious (What are they doing? Four people working at the front desk and it still takes probably 10 minutes to get checked in and out. But they make up for it in kindness.) Overall a very nice place. Read Less

We brought our new little Morkie here for his shots and ended up buying the shot package which turned out to be a great deal. I just have to say that we love Dr. Cole. He is by far the best vet I've ever been too and what makes him even better is that he absolutely loves animals and Dexter is uber excited every time he gets to see Dr. Cole! I've never trusted a vet like I trust him. He's genuine and you can tell he's just a great person that is in the career he was meant to be in.We had a little emergency scare and I called his office, he called me back within just a few minutes to reassure me that everything was ok.I can't tell you how much we love Dr. Cole and his staff! Read Less

We've been taking Rilee, our mini AussiePoodle to Dr. Cole at Irvine Veterinary Services ever since she was a puppy six years ago. He and his entire staff are so accommodating and give you their time, as much as is needed to discuss whatever the medical situation is......and answer all questions, even if it's just about diet selection, weight control, required shots, etc. Read Less

The staff here at Irvine Veterinary Services are the best. As a newer client my animals have always been treated like the pampered pets they are. The doctors are kind, and will always sit and explain the diagnosis and give me a treatment plan. They are also patience with me as I always have the need to ask a lot of questions. I feel my pets couldn't be in more capable hands. Read Less

IVS has always given our pets the very best care no matter what the issue. Their boarding facility is top notch and, upon returning, our pets have always been in the best health and condition. The most important reason for our many years as a patron is the very loving care received by our pet. Let's face it, they are challenged with the care of a "family loved one" and they go above and beyond to meet as well as surpass that! Read Less

They were amazing. My first time and it was a slight emergency. They were courteous, efficient and knowledgable from start to finish. The doctor was amazing and empathetic to our kitties plight. Would highly recommend. Read Less

I came here last night with my new pup and had her looked at by one of the doctors here. I thought it was a fine visit, very informative and what Dr. Feng brought to light about our breed was incredibly thoughtful. I looked at some of the reviews prior to taking my new pup here, and they're a bit scattered (which I expected). When there is a trauma any good pet-parent will enthusiastically detail the interactions they have with all staff members and can be biased, but these physicians are trained to remain calm as to provide the best professional care. We asked Dr. Feng about cropping and, though she voiced her own opinions, was honest and let us know that she wasn't too familiar or experienced with performing such a surgery and whether any of the other doctors at IVS did either. Ultimately, we settled on the pre-paid puppy package which I thought was standard pricing for shots considering I've done this before (the oldest having had them 5 years before, but at another hospital). I think they did a fine job with Alpha, even providing a make-shift "obstacle course" because we feared she might have an issue with blindness. Dr. Feng didn't have to do that. All-in-all, I look forward to having Alpha visit Dr. Feng at least for the remainder of her puppy series and hopefully after that Read Less