58 Reviews

AV Veterinary Center

Lancaster, California
General Info
When our pets are sick or injured, we want the best care possible for them. AV Veterinary Center provides compassionate, quality emergency care for your family pet. Excellent patient care and client satisfaction are our top priorities. Our commitment to providing you and your pet with the most advanced veterinary medical diagnostics and treatment, in a warm and caring hospital, is second to none.
AV Veterinary has been dedicated to providing quality veterinary care since 2010. With our in-house laboratory, our Doctors can diagnosis your pet in a timely manor. Our staff works closely with referring veterinarians to keep them informed during your pets stay.
AV Veterinary is proud to be part of AAHA and the 13% of veterinary hospitals that are accredited in the US and Canada. Other certifications include:Member AAHA, CVMA, AVMA, BBB, OSHA Approved, IVECCS.
Dr. Sandhu has over 13 years of experience in emergency & critical care and has been serving the Antelope Valley for over 6 years.
Pets with arthritis, joint conditions, and spinal issues can now benefit from Stem Cell Therapy! This is a one day visit for your pet...morning drop-off with an early evening pickup. All processing is done in house for the most viable stem cells.
We also offer the following: specialized surgeries, personalized treatment plans, Holistic Medicine, Chiropractic care, Acupuncture, Stem Cell Therapy, Orthopedics, Rehab, CT Scanner, Myelogram and Spinal Surgery, Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy, Alicam, Key-Hole Spays, Arthroscopy, Cardiology, Dermatology, Electrocardiography, Endoscopy, ICU, Pain Management, Radiology-digital, Ultrasound, Therapeutic Laser and Underwater Treadmill.
Please feel free to contact us at anytime and our qualified team will be happy to assist you.
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Reviews
Johny K
22 Sep 2020
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Ask anyone who knows me and they’ll tell you that I’m normally a chill guy. Very few things faze me. But last year, when my dog got weak and stopped eating, I was damn near on the verge of tears the... Read More
Ask anyone who knows me and they’ll tell you that I’m normally a chill guy. Very few things faze me. But last year, when my dog got weak and stopped eating, I was damn near on the verge of tears the whole time. I called my mom who lives 40 minutes away in Lancaster and told me to take the dog to AV Vet Center. I did, and they told me he had a stomach infection. I left him there overnight reluctantly add picked him up the following day. Today, my dog, Jasper is healthy and playful. Thank you, AV Vet. Read Less
Larah J
21 Aug 2020
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I have nothing left to say about AV Veterinary Center except that I’m truly grateful that they saved the life of Mittens our cat. She was just a few months old when she got sick and remembering it now... Read More
I have nothing left to say about AV Veterinary Center except that I’m truly grateful that they saved the life of Mittens our cat. She was just a few months old when she got sick and remembering it now how close I came to losing her, it still brings tears to my eyes. Read Less
Lester K
13 Aug 2020
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A lot of Lancaster pet owners don’t know how lucky they are to have AV Veterinary Center. It is one of the finest institutions in the state for animal care.
Trevor C
31 Jul 2020
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Ask anyone who knows me and they’ll tell you that I’m normally a chill guy. Very few things faze me. But last year, when my dog got weak and stopped eating, I was damn near on the verge of tears the w... Read More
Ask anyone who knows me and they’ll tell you that I’m normally a chill guy. Very few things faze me. But last year, when my dog got weak and stopped eating, I was damn near on the verge of tears the whole time. I called my mom who lives 40 minutes away in Lancaster and told me to take the dog to AV Vet Center. I did, and they told me he had a stomach infection. I left him there overnight reluctantly add picked him up the following day. Today, my dog, Jasper is healthy and playful. Thank you, AV Vet. Read Less
Donna W
10 Jul 2020
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The best thing I love about AV Vet Center is how much they truly care for animals. I’ve never been to a similar facility with people who are as genuinely passionate about learning everything they can ... Read More
The best thing I love about AV Vet Center is how much they truly care for animals. I’ve never been to a similar facility with people who are as genuinely passionate about learning everything they can about a customer’s pet. It’s crazy really that they care as much about the pets as the pet owners do, sometimes, even more. Crazy, I tell you. Read Less
Gretchen B
1 Jul 2020
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I learned about AV Veterinary Center from my colleague at work. He told me it was the best decision he’s made for his pets in his life. I agree. I can say the same thing. Going to AV Veterinary Center... Read More
I learned about AV Veterinary Center from my colleague at work. He told me it was the best decision he’s made for his pets in his life. I agree. I can say the same thing. Going to AV Veterinary Center for the first time changed not just the life of our dog, who has been battling with a chronic illness, but also our lives. Today, we no longer need to buy meds on a regular basis or take him to the vet once a month. Vet visits are now four months apart. And our dog seems revitalized. That’s all a pet owner like me can ask for. Read Less
Janna E
20 Jun 2020
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AV Vet Center is about an hour’s drive from where my boyfriend and I live. Still, we would rather go there than the vet center 15 minutes from our area. AV Vet Center is more complete, has a better st... Read More
AV Vet Center is about an hour’s drive from where my boyfriend and I live. Still, we would rather go there than the vet center 15 minutes from our area. AV Vet Center is more complete, has a better staff, is cleaner, and doesn’t make us wait hours before checking our dog. Read Less
Gilbert L
26 May 2020
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My dog died last year in AV Veterinary Center. Truth is he was 12 years old and nearly blind. His heart was about to give and the doctors at the clinic told me there wasn’t anything they could do. Hea... Read More
My dog died last year in AV Veterinary Center. Truth is he was 12 years old and nearly blind. His heart was about to give and the doctors at the clinic told me there wasn’t anything they could do. Heartbreaking as it was, I just told the people at AV Veterinary Center to at least take away the pain. And they did. If I had to go through it all again, I’d still choose that same clinic filled with compassionate people. Read Less
Rose K
21 May 2020
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I love AV Veterinary Center’s staff and doctors. They saw me at my most distraught when I had to bring my bleeding collie in for emergency surgery. He was a pup and was bitten by my neighbor’s much bi... Read More
I love AV Veterinary Center’s staff and doctors. They saw me at my most distraught when I had to bring my bleeding collie in for emergency surgery. He was a pup and was bitten by my neighbor’s much bigger dog. They stitched him right up and held him in confinement for a day. I couldn’t sleep but one of the staff members texted me to assure me everything was fine. I’ll never forget that. Read Less
Shane O
20 May 2020
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I’ve been more satisfied with AV Veterinary Center’s service compared to any other vet clinics’. If you’re pragmatic like me, you’ll always nitpick the little things. And since my dog is my only compa... Read More
I’ve been more satisfied with AV Veterinary Center’s service compared to any other vet clinics’. If you’re pragmatic like me, you’ll always nitpick the little things. And since my dog is my only companion, anything about her health is worth nitpicking. But you know what? I could not find anything worth nitpicking about AV Veterinary Center. Well, except maybe for their price which although is a bit steep, is very much worth it. Read Less
Sarah B
7 Apr 2020
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We’ll be moving to Portland in three weeks. It worries me because we’ll need to look for another vet clinic for our cats. I just wish the one we find is as good, accommodating and complete as AV Veter... Read More
We’ll be moving to Portland in three weeks. It worries me because we’ll need to look for another vet clinic for our cats. I just wish the one we find is as good, accommodating and complete as AV Veterinary Center. Read Less
Thea N
24 Mar 2020
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My husband and I been going to AV Vet for years and we always been happy. Our dog too. Bad things happen and sometimes pets die in pet hospitals, but that doesn’t mean the vets did nothing. If you are... Read More
My husband and I been going to AV Vet for years and we always been happy. Our dog too. Bad things happen and sometimes pets die in pet hospitals, but that doesn’t mean the vets did nothing. If you aren’t a vet, stop talking like you know vet stuff. Read Less
Emma D
10 Mar 2020
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The first few weeks after I moved to Lancaster, I noticed that the pets in our condo all went to AV Veterinary Center. I have a beagle, Spryer, and I was looking for a clinic. I asked around and found... Read More
The first few weeks after I moved to Lancaster, I noticed that the pets in our condo all went to AV Veterinary Center. I have a beagle, Spryer, and I was looking for a clinic. I asked around and found out that all my pet owner neighbors say the same thing -- AV Veterinary Center is the best vet clinic for miles. They were right. Everything and everyone in the clinic is amazing. Read Less
Rosalie T
5 Mar 2020
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For pet owners in Lancaster, AV Veterinary Center is obviously the best place to have pets checked, especially if they don’t feel well. We’ve had one health scare with Pinocchio, our Chihuahua, and th... Read More
For pet owners in Lancaster, AV Veterinary Center is obviously the best place to have pets checked, especially if they don’t feel well. We’ve had one health scare with Pinocchio, our Chihuahua, and the doctors at AV Veterinary Center took one look, prescribed meds, and saved his life. Since then, no other vet center has come close. Read Less
Andrew S
19 Feb 2020
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I’m not sure why people have been complaining about AV Veterinary Center. Our experiences with the staff and vets have been quite the opposite. They’ve been nothing but good and professional to us and... Read More
I’m not sure why people have been complaining about AV Veterinary Center. Our experiences with the staff and vets have been quite the opposite. They’ve been nothing but good and professional to us and our pets. 10/10 would recommend this to everyone. Read Less
Ella K
10 Jan 2020
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Sometimes, you may need to wait in line at AV Veterinary Center but you can be sure your pets will be taken care of. They have a great staff and amazing doctors who are skilled at all sorts of health ... Read More
Sometimes, you may need to wait in line at AV Veterinary Center but you can be sure your pets will be taken care of. They have a great staff and amazing doctors who are skilled at all sorts of health problems animals might have. Read Less
Dillan A
30 Dec 2019
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All Creatures is our clinic of choice. When our family dog got sick, the staff at All Creatures made him better. When our family cat needed to be spayed, All Creatures took care of it without a hitch.... Read More
All Creatures is our clinic of choice. When our family dog got sick, the staff at All Creatures made him better. When our family cat needed to be spayed, All Creatures took care of it without a hitch. We recommend it to all pet owners in Newhall. Read Less
Edward C
27 Dec 2019
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Would I recommend AV Veterinary Center? Absolutely. The clinic is a great place for pets, especially those in need or urgent care. While there may be other veterinary clinics in the area, AV Veterinar... Read More
Would I recommend AV Veterinary Center? Absolutely. The clinic is a great place for pets, especially those in need or urgent care. While there may be other veterinary clinics in the area, AV Veterinary Center is by far the best. Read Less
Broken Tazee
16 Jul 2018
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They were so gentle, and caring with my family dying dog. We had a private room where we had our last moments with him. And they gave us tissues after he passed away.
Debbie Young
12 Jul 2018
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They have the equiptment if your animal has an emergency and your pet needs more complicated proceedures. My cat needed oxygen therapy and i was sent to them by All Creatures after the vet administere... Read More
They have the equiptment if your animal has an emergency and your pet needs more complicated proceedures. My cat needed oxygen therapy and i was sent to them by All Creatures after the vet administered a lasix injection at that hospital. They kept him over night and advised me it would be better to leave him at their hospital a little longer but i wouldnt. My cat is terminal and im having him euthanized in a few days at home. Im just keeping him comfortable and being in the hospital stresses him out. That was the only problem i had with them. I told them they were not going to save him because hes got a very enlarged left atrium and his heart can barely pump blood anylonger. I also told them hes more comfortable at home and i could see he was very scared in the oxygen cage. Not what i wish for his last days. The hospital is high priced but the equiptment they have is expensive to buy and to run. So if you just need vaccinations for your pet i would find somewhere else to go. But if you can afford it and your pet has something more complicated going on with their health its a good option. The other thing i noticed is that when i left my cat for the night i left his medications. I had just refilled his lasix at All Creatures and he was given injections at both vet hospitals. The bottle said they dispensed 28 pills but when i got home there were only 20 pill in the bottle. I dont know for sure but its possible someone took 8 lasix pills at AV Veterinary. They also kept all my cats medical records that i had with me. I will request for them to be returned. Read Less
Nicol Roberts
15 Jun 2018
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Dr. Sandhu, he truly loves helping animals, he is honest and kind!
Heather Arnts
30 May 2018
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My dog tore a gash in her back and needed stitches. Of course it happened on a holiday weekend and we live in Ridgecrest so there was no place in town to take her. We drove her to AV Veterinary Center... Read More
My dog tore a gash in her back and needed stitches. Of course it happened on a holiday weekend and we live in Ridgecrest so there was no place in town to take her. We drove her to AV Veterinary Center on a Sunday evening. After seeing Dr. Sandhu they wanted to keep her through the night since it was about 8:30 pm by the time we were seen. I told Dr. Sandhu we were from Ridgecrest and asked if there was any way we could wait for her and not leave her through the night. He was very kind and agreed to that and said he would work her in between the surgeries he had to do. Everyone was very kind and thorough. Our pup was understandably anxious, so after her blood work the staff asked me to come back and place a muzzle on her so they could do the sedation. She was calm when I went back and I was able to place the muzzle and leash with no problems. I was very grateful that they involved me in her care and comfort. We were able to wait in the very comfortable waiting room while our pup received her treatment. She ended up with eleven staples. Afterwards, the techs were very thorough in explaining aftercare and the front desk staff was very helpful with paperwork and bill payment. I would definitely recommend this emergency vet to anyone in the area. Read Less
Miriam Barashari
28 May 2018
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Dr. Sandhu and his staff are so amazing. Dr. Sandhu performed a back surgery on my baby Cody. Him and his staff showed so much care and love on my Cody. They call me morning and night to give status a... Read More
Dr. Sandhu and his staff are so amazing. Dr. Sandhu performed a back surgery on my baby Cody. Him and his staff showed so much care and love on my Cody. They call me morning and night to give status and updates on Cody’s condition. They even sent me pictures of Cody on a daily basis to cheer me up. All the staff are friendly and awesome. I have three dogs and I always take them in this facility even though it’s quite a drive. Because I’m very confident that all my babies are in great hands of Dr. Sandhu and his amazing staff. Read Less
Liz Norris
23 May 2018
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I have been here several times with my rescued pit bulls. The staff is amazing! They are understanding of my dog’s trust issues and do everything they can to accommodate. I really appreciate that. Th... Read More
I have been here several times with my rescued pit bulls. The staff is amazing! They are understanding of my dog’s trust issues and do everything they can to accommodate. I really appreciate that. The doctors and the facility itself is top notch and it’s open 24 hours! I even tell my friends to drive from LA if they have an emergency that can afford the hour drive. You won’t get taken advantage of because it’s after 6 pm here. I’m thankful to have found this hospital! Read Less
Paige Rollins
17 May 2018
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Most of the staff is really nice a few ladies are standoffish. They are a bit pricey but they are 24hrs and take walk ins, you're paying for the convince. The lady that was looking over my puppy was v... Read More
Most of the staff is really nice a few ladies are standoffish. They are a bit pricey but they are 24hrs and take walk ins, you're paying for the convince. The lady that was looking over my puppy was very loving and kind to him. Read Less
Ali M Christ
5 May 2018
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Nice staffs. Luxury place. Reasonable visit price.
Sandra-Anne Rowe
20 Apr 2018
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Rushed my dog in and they were amazing & saved her life. Called because my regular vet wanted unnecessary tests they helped me out and we switched all our animals to them. We are extremely happy with ... Read More
Rushed my dog in and they were amazing & saved her life. Called because my regular vet wanted unnecessary tests they helped me out and we switched all our animals to them. We are extremely happy with the care we receive. Thank you AV Veterinary Center Read Less
roxanne Corralejo
18 Apr 2018
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They are very compassionate when euthanasia is a must. My 16 yr. old chihuahua had CHF. She no longer suffers.💔
Teresa Jay-Carroll
12 Apr 2018
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They’re rude & extremely uncaring. I lost my dog, I can’t help but feel I made a tragic mistake taking her to them. The A.V. desperately needs another pet hospital for emergencies. I will drive to San... Read More
They’re rude & extremely uncaring. I lost my dog, I can’t help but feel I made a tragic mistake taking her to them. The A.V. desperately needs another pet hospital for emergencies. I will drive to Santa Clarita or Bakersfield if I ever have another night time emergency. Read Less
Karen Macpherson Wessinger
14 Mar 2018
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This photo says it all. (from CA veterinary gov site.) They were to be shut down, but got probation. Too bad they weren't shut down. My dog would not have suffered for a week while they lied and dru... Read More
This photo says it all. (from CA veterinary gov site.) They were to be shut down, but got probation. Too bad they weren't shut down. My dog would not have suffered for a week while they lied and drug out her treatment, so they could make a buck. And recently, a dog got loose post surgery and was found dead in a field in the desert. If you don't believe it? Do your research. Look it up. Read Less
Amy Feng
13 Feb 2018
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Time after time Dr. Sandhu & his staff have not only saved my dogs life, but have treated both my animals and I with incredible respect and compassion. Even when my silly shepherd is being difficult. ... Read More
Time after time Dr. Sandhu & his staff have not only saved my dogs life, but have treated both my animals and I with incredible respect and compassion. Even when my silly shepherd is being difficult. Especially in times like now, remember all of the incredible good someone has done..instead of focusing on the one bad. Accidents are unavoidable..those who also own German shepherds can attest to their strength & determination to get their way. Prayers & love to Aurora’s family and AV vet center in this terrible time.Read Less
Teresa Jakowich
9 Feb 2018
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we were from out of state and Andrew took it upon himself to help us repair our newest member of the family's wheelchair as it had torn. He sutured it together and wouldn't take any money from us. We... Read More
we were from out of state and Andrew took it upon himself to help us repair our newest member of the family's wheelchair as it had torn. He sutured it together and wouldn't take any money from us. We were told he also specializes in animal rehabilitation. If I lived here, I would go out of my way to bring all my four footed family members there. A+ Read Less
Thomas Plough
13 Jan 2018
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I have a 9 month old pug who was in pain crying out every 5 minutes. We contacted AV Veterinary Center late Tuesday night. We decided to take her to AV Vet. We arrived at 0150 and was seen right a... Read More
I have a 9 month old pug who was in pain crying out every 5 minutes. We contacted AV Veterinary Center late Tuesday night. We decided to take her to AV Vet. We arrived at 0150 and was seen right away. The staff was caring and gave our dog with a visual examination. She was then seen by the Vet. The diagnosis: "Your pup is in heat and suffering from inflammation. I can give her an injection to reduce the inflammation. We took that option. We arrived home at 0400. Too bad Ridgecrest doesn't have a pet ER. Read Less
Judi W.
28 Nov 2017
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Dr Sandhu treated my Yorkie for severe eye infections/dry eye. Within a week, her eyes that had been crusted and sore (even after treatment by other vets) were clear and bright. He was wonderful with ... Read More
Dr Sandhu treated my Yorkie for severe eye infections/dry eye. Within a week, her eyes that had been crusted and sore (even after treatment by other vets) were clear and bright. He was wonderful with her and I am very thankful that he knew what other vets I had went to did not. Read Less
David Hernandez
30 May 2017
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Very nice staff, comforting environment. They helped my cousins dog a lot. Doctor was very nice as well, cooperated.
Mj Beezy
29 May 2017
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I took my dog there for a torn nail, the doctor came to see my dog in my presence (approximately 30 seconds) looked at the nail, didn't even touch ,confort or talk to the dog, he then sent a bill of 2... Read More
I took my dog there for a torn nail, the doctor came to see my dog in my presence (approximately 30 seconds) looked at the nail, didn't even touch ,confort or talk to the dog, he then sent a bill of 210$ ( for cutting the nail, an injection for pain and a bandage ) and i had to sign before they could take care of my dog. They took my dog for 30 minutes and brought it back once i signed an other paper. My only concern is the way everything is about big money, without even considering the dog as a dog. To me, it's a shame Read Less
Julia Hinojosa
11 Apr 2017
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Staff handled the situation appropriately. They were all very kind and helpful. Any question we had was answered and helped us when we didn't understand what to do.
C Platts
1 Mar 2017
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Although the doctors are very good the staff seems more disconnected in recent years and the cost of procedures is very very high. Our most recent visit we were the only people there and waited a very... Read More
Although the doctors are very good the staff seems more disconnected in recent years and the cost of procedures is very very high. Our most recent visit we were the only people there and waited a very long time to be seen, all the while we were never spoken to. Read Less
Sherry Holloway
5 Feb 2017
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I feel they take advantage of your emotions financially. The doctor (or staff) did update us throughout my dog's surgery but I think the price of the procedure was a bit much. Since it was an emergenc... Read More
I feel they take advantage of your emotions financially. The doctor (or staff) did update us throughout my dog's surgery but I think the price of the procedure was a bit much. Since it was an emergency and was frightened, I was willing to pay. The staff is fine but feel they could be a little more compassionate instead of "sign here" or "you owe" . A little bedside manner could go a long way. Read Less
Heather Swan
11 Jan 2017
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The time had come for my Chet to move on and I checked online for the vet offices open late. This was the third office I called and they were so kind over the phone that I decided to go there. When we... Read More
The time had come for my Chet to move on and I checked online for the vet offices open late. This was the third office I called and they were so kind over the phone that I decided to go there. When we arrived they were so compassionate and concerned; they got us in right away to a private room that was candlelit and very comfortable and peaceful. They gave us all the time we needed to say goodbye and when it was time the Dr came. The Dr was so peaceful and calming as well...he stroked Chet's paw and was so respectful of him and what we were all experiencing. I can't thank the Dr and his staff enough for their compassion pond professionalism; they made this horrible experience go as easily as it could. Thank you all from the bottom of my heart for taking care of my baby Read Less
Collette Michelle
11 Jan 2017
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I've had more than my share of pet emergencies and they are the best The staff is compassionate and Dr Sandhu is amazing When my little chihuahua passed away at home I took him there for cremation a... Read More
I've had more than my share of pet emergencies and they are the best The staff is compassionate and Dr Sandhu is amazing When my little chihuahua passed away at home I took him there for cremation arrangements and they let me stay with him in the grief room for several hours without any pressure Read Less
Carrie Grooms
10 Jan 2017
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I am with Secondhand Animals and this visit and every visit we receive top notch care and service. Everyone is professional from the front office staff to the hard working techs and doctors in the bac... Read More
I am with Secondhand Animals and this visit and every visit we receive top notch care and service. Everyone is professional from the front office staff to the hard working techs and doctors in the back. My mind is at ease when I know they have one of my animals! <3 Read Less
Jennifer Haro
27 Dec 2016
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On 12/21/16 a freak accident happened and we had to rush our Sofie to a vet. It was 8pm & we had to find a 24 hr vet that was open. We brought Sofie here and the staff was amazing. I was a emotional w... Read More
On 12/21/16 a freak accident happened and we had to rush our Sofie to a vet. It was 8pm & we had to find a 24 hr vet that was open. We brought Sofie here and the staff was amazing. I was a emotional wreck & they were so compassionate, caring & understanding. They had a private room for us to sit & say our good byes to Sofie & let us stay for as long as we needed. They didn't treat us as first time customers they treated us as if we had gone there for years. I will be returning when my other pups need check ups & will definitely recommend this office. Thank you again! (A special thanks to Melissa for being so kind) Read Less
Cassie Frank
12 Dec 2016
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AV Veterinary Center has been caring for one of our very sick senior rescue dogs. I am beyond impressed with the entire staff, from the ladies at the front to the vet techs in the back, everyone is gr... Read More
AV Veterinary Center has been caring for one of our very sick senior rescue dogs. I am beyond impressed with the entire staff, from the ladies at the front to the vet techs in the back, everyone is great at what they do and so very friendly. They have been calling me twice a day with updates and always happy to answer any questions I may have. Dr. Sandhu is amazing and so caring with all his patients. I am extremely thankful to have this type of Veterinarian in our area! Read Less
Terry Winchester
11 Nov 2016
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As much as we appreciate the hard working and amazing staff here, we feel we were taken for a ride financially. Instead of telling us our dog was full of cancer during surgery (and being humane by not... Read More
As much as we appreciate the hard working and amazing staff here, we feel we were taken for a ride financially. Instead of telling us our dog was full of cancer during surgery (and being humane by not waking him) the doctor removed his spleen, stitched him up and kept him for 2 days. All the while knowing our dog wouldn't live much longer. That is, unless we were to do chemo at a price that just want affordable for us and would only give an extra 4 months (maybe) So we brought Bo home. He did OK for a few days then the decline. Watching your family member slowly die, day by day and lose the spark he once had was totally uncalled for. It's hard to remember all of the good times when your pets slow death and how he couldn't greet us anymore, how he looked so sad and just wanted to feel better is what is recalled. The goof ups the day we said good bye at the hospital. All of this could have been avoided by one decision- to not pick the pockets of a client. When all was said and done we spent over $5000. This decision has put us through so much emotional pain and our Bo shouldn't have had to endure 10 days of hanging on when he could have gone peacefully. I can't and won't recommend AV Vet Center until they change their policy of informing owners when there really isn't hope for their pet. Think about the patient and the family instead of how much money you can make. Read Less
Barbara Robert Bravo
9 Nov 2016
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AV Veterinary Center saved my puppy from parvo. I honestly can't say enough about how awesome Dr Sandhu and his staff are. He took a personal interest in our baby, and she is back to being her puppy s... Read More
AV Veterinary Center saved my puppy from parvo. I honestly can't say enough about how awesome Dr Sandhu and his staff are. He took a personal interest in our baby, and she is back to being her puppy self. Thank you AV Veterinary Center!!!! Read Less
Elizabeth Lauren
1 Nov 2016
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These guys are absolutely the best, accommodating people ever. In such a sad time for my family these doctors and nurses help Jazz to be comfortable, let us sit with her for the last two hours and wai... Read More
These guys are absolutely the best, accommodating people ever. In such a sad time for my family these doctors and nurses help Jazz to be comfortable, let us sit with her for the last two hours and wait for Jazz's other parents come and say their final goodbyes, and brought us chocolate while we waited in a private room. Today marks a year that our smallest family member passed away. Thanks for supporting us that day. Read Less
Stephanie Hernandez
17 Oct 2016
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Last week our puppy Phoebe got sick with the parvovirus and she is alive today because of this veterinarian office. They helped us in every way possible and let us visit our puppy whenever we wanted. ... Read More
Last week our puppy Phoebe got sick with the parvovirus and she is alive today because of this veterinarian office. They helped us in every way possible and let us visit our puppy whenever we wanted. You can tell that they really care for the animals! They are truly amazing. My family and I are very grateful. Read Less
Briana Delgado
4 Oct 2016
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I always take my furry family members here. The staff has always been so kind, considerate and accommodating. Have never had a bad experience here. Everyone is so friendly and helpful. The doctors he... Read More
I always take my furry family members here. The staff has always been so kind, considerate and accommodating. Have never had a bad experience here. Everyone is so friendly and helpful. The doctors here explain everything thoroughly, I can tell they actually care, and my animals have always been treated very well. Danielle and the other staff are always very sweet. I haven't had an experience nearly as wonderful elsewhere. Best animal clinic in the AV! Read Less
Kat Mannix
1 Oct 2016
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I was travelling from Phoenix to Paso Robles for a trade show. My little Frenchie travels with me everywhere. About 40 miles outside of Lancaster, she went to sit up and her eyes started twitching rap... Read More
I was travelling from Phoenix to Paso Robles for a trade show. My little Frenchie travels with me everywhere. About 40 miles outside of Lancaster, she went to sit up and her eyes started twitching rapidly and her head was tilting. I thought it was a seizure. It really scared me. She's never done that before. Anyway, I called this clinic and I got her right in. They are a wonderful group of people. They did all kinds of testing and found out she has vestibular disease. She had to stay 4 days while I went to my trade show. I would recommend them highly. Read Less
merce judge
19 Sep 2016
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First it is wonderful that AV Vet. Ctr. is 24/7 especially on a Sunday. I was happy to find an open clinic and so close from home. The staff are caring, welcoming and professional they made it easer f... Read More
First it is wonderful that AV Vet. Ctr. is 24/7 especially on a Sunday. I was happy to find an open clinic and so close from home. The staff are caring, welcoming and professional they made it easer for me to leave my baby (cat) Patches. I miss him and hope he gets better to bring him home soon.Read Less
Clariece Unnerstall
26 Aug 2016
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These amazing people truly care about animals. I found a cat and her eye was out. My fiance and I brought in this tiny tiny kitten and they were slammed that night, but they still made us feel like th... Read More
These amazing people truly care about animals. I found a cat and her eye was out. My fiance and I brought in this tiny tiny kitten and they were slammed that night, but they still made us feel like the only people in the office! They were far too kind over the next 2 days while I called and checked in on the kitten, the following days after we got her home and I called paranoid, and I know they'll be amazing when we get her stitches out. They are very caring people and they have great customer service. We were very blessed to have them that crazy Sunday night!! <3 Read Less
Danielle Robillard
19 May 2016
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The most beautiful hospital -with the best doctors and most compassionate loving staff.Best care ever, true animal lovers. Top notch quality medical equipment with all new technology- friendly, caring... Read More
The most beautiful hospital -with the best doctors and most compassionate loving staff.Best care ever, true animal lovers. Top notch quality medical equipment with all new technology- friendly, caring, treats you like family. Read Less
Phil Salvatore
11 May 2016
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My sweet female husky was attacked on our evening walk by one of two dogs who broke open the gate to their yard. She suffered bites to her right thigh, one of which was quite deep and was bleeding. ... Read More
My sweet female husky was attacked on our evening walk by one of two dogs who broke open the gate to their yard. She suffered bites to her right thigh, one of which was quite deep and was bleeding. My male husky just stood there like a doof while "his wife" was attacked leaving me to wrestle this angry dog off her. This happened in the evening when our local Ridgecrest veterinary clinics had just closed. I rushed her south to your facility arriving about 9:30 pm. There was essentially no wait time before "our daughter" was led to your ER. An hour later she was leaving, her thigh shaved to reveal more bites than we initially knew she suffered, and some staples in the deep bite that bled the most. We were given prescription antibiotics in the form of a dog treat so no hiding pills in food or cramming pills down her throat. How nice! The wounds healed fine and we had the staples removed locally though the poor girl was not happy during the long car ride home. The bill for this was much less than expected. A dental cleaning up here costs more. Your facility is spotless, the staff friendly and welcoming and the service we received was simply outstanding. I sure don't want this to ever happen again but it is good to know that if it does you are there to patch up and heal our precious four legged kids. Read Less
kennysrl1
10 May 2016
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I have to tell you, in a time of great sadness and loss, AV Veterinary Center came through like angels. Every staff member's professionalism, mixed in with a very healthy dose of humanity and compassi... Read More
I have to tell you, in a time of great sadness and loss, AV Veterinary Center came through like angels. Every staff member's professionalism, mixed in with a very healthy dose of humanity and compassion for both my baby and us, was crucial to me. The detailed care and results were beyond incredible. Thank you so so much for being there for us when we really NEEDED great results and comfort! Read Less
Accounts Infamous
10 May 2016
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My baby girl Sammie had a cyst in her uterus and I thought we were going to loose her. The staff and doctor were amazing... they put up my constant calling and late night visits. She has made a ful... Read More
My baby girl Sammie had a cyst in her uterus and I thought we were going to loose her. The staff and doctor were amazing... they put up my constant calling and late night visits. She has made a full recovery after major surgery and is back to her playful self. Thank you so much to saving my baby girl, I couldn't be more grateful! Read Less
Trish Rockwell
10 May 2016
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I went to AV on a Sunday night with a kitten that couldn't breath well. This kitten had been diagnosed with felines leukemia previously. It was a very difficult time for me. Rubbers was very sick and ... Read More
I went to AV on a Sunday night with a kitten that couldn't breath well. This kitten had been diagnosed with felines leukemia previously. It was a very difficult time for me. Rubbers was very sick and in pain so the best choice for him was to rest in peace. The staff was great, very understanding and caring. Treated both me and my kitten as if we were their only concern. Gave me time to say goodbye in a back room that was setup nicely, not a cold exam room. Wrapped Rubbers in a blanket, treated him like a person with loving care. This was a sad and difficult situation. I would recommend them to anyone that cares for their pet. They were great and the costs were reasonable. Thank you for handling us with care. Read Less
Carrie M.
14 Jan 2014
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, I am sorry to say I can NOT even rate this place with one star. I am not one to be overly critical, but to just say this place was unprofessional, is not enough. My experience here was very disturbi... Read More
, I am sorry to say I can NOT even rate this place with one star. I am not one to be overly critical, but to just say this place was unprofessional, is not enough. My experience here was very disturbing. I have no doubt that the Doctor was very knowledgeable and capable as a physician., which makes what I experienced even worse. There is absolutely NO doubt that this Doctor is ONLY in business to make money, he can care less about your pets well-being. Not only was this witnessed, so was the unprofessional behavior of the staff, one woman in particular was extremely unprofessional and rude, actually dismissing the urgency of our dogs condition and even after less than 1/2 hour later (when he died) no apology was given, she maintained her smug attitude. I will never un-live the unnecessary pain caused by this place!!! Read Less
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AV Veterinary Center

Lancaster, California
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1055 Columbia Way
Lancaster California 93534
When our pets are sick or injured, we want the best care possible for them. AV Veterinary Center provides compassionate, quality emergency care for your family pet. Excellent patient care and client satisfaction are our top priorities. Our commitment to providing you and your pet with the most advanced veterinary medical diagnostics and treatment, in a warm and caring hospital, is second to none.
AV Veterinary has been dedicated to providing quality veterinary care since 2010. With our in-house laboratory, our Doctors can diagnosis your pet in a timely manor. Our staff works closely with referring veterinarians to keep them informed during your pets stay.
AV Veterinary is proud to be part of AAHA and the 13% of veterinary hospitals that are accredited in the US and Canada. Other certifications include:Member AAHA, CVMA, AVMA, BBB, OSHA Approved, IVECCS.
Dr. Sandhu has over 13 years of experience in emergency & critical care and has been serving the Antelope Valley for over 6 years.
Pets with arthritis, joint conditions, and spinal issues can now benefit from Stem Cell Therapy! This is a one day visit for your pet...morning drop-off with an early evening pickup. All processing is done in house for the most viable stem cells.
We also offer the following: specialized surgeries, personalized treatment plans, Holistic Medicine, Chiropractic care, Acupuncture, Stem Cell Therapy, Orthopedics, Rehab, CT Scanner, Myelogram and Spinal Surgery, Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy, Alicam, Key-Hole Spays, Arthroscopy, Cardiology, Dermatology, Electrocardiography, Endoscopy, ICU, Pain Management, Radiology-digital, Ultrasound, Therapeutic Laser and Underwater Treadmill.
Please feel free to contact us at anytime and our qualified team will be happy to assist you.
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24 hours weekends and holidays!
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Johny K
22 Sep 2020
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Ask anyone who knows me and they’ll tell you that I’m normally a chill guy. Very few things faze me. But last year, when my dog got weak and stopped eating, I was damn near on the verge of tears the... Read More
Ask anyone who knows me and they’ll tell you that I’m normally a chill guy. Very few things faze me. But last year, when my dog got weak and stopped eating, I was damn near on the verge of tears the whole time. I called my mom who lives 40 minutes away in Lancaster and told me to take the dog to AV Vet Center. I did, and they told me he had a stomach infection. I left him there overnight reluctantly add picked him up the following day. Today, my dog, Jasper is healthy and playful. Thank you, AV Vet. Read Less
Larah J
21 Aug 2020
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I have nothing left to say about AV Veterinary Center except that I’m truly grateful that they saved the life of Mittens our cat. She was just a few months old when she got sick and remembering it now... Read More
I have nothing left to say about AV Veterinary Center except that I’m truly grateful that they saved the life of Mittens our cat. She was just a few months old when she got sick and remembering it now how close I came to losing her, it still brings tears to my eyes. Read Less
Lester K
13 Aug 2020
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A lot of Lancaster pet owners don’t know how lucky they are to have AV Veterinary Center. It is one of the finest institutions in the state for animal care.
Trevor C
31 Jul 2020
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Ask anyone who knows me and they’ll tell you that I’m normally a chill guy. Very few things faze me. But last year, when my dog got weak and stopped eating, I was damn near on the verge of tears the w... Read More
Ask anyone who knows me and they’ll tell you that I’m normally a chill guy. Very few things faze me. But last year, when my dog got weak and stopped eating, I was damn near on the verge of tears the whole time. I called my mom who lives 40 minutes away in Lancaster and told me to take the dog to AV Vet Center. I did, and they told me he had a stomach infection. I left him there overnight reluctantly add picked him up the following day. Today, my dog, Jasper is healthy and playful. Thank you, AV Vet. Read Less
Donna W
10 Jul 2020
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The best thing I love about AV Vet Center is how much they truly care for animals. I’ve never been to a similar facility with people who are as genuinely passionate about learning everything they can ... Read More
The best thing I love about AV Vet Center is how much they truly care for animals. I’ve never been to a similar facility with people who are as genuinely passionate about learning everything they can about a customer’s pet. It’s crazy really that they care as much about the pets as the pet owners do, sometimes, even more. Crazy, I tell you. Read Less
Gretchen B
1 Jul 2020
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I learned about AV Veterinary Center from my colleague at work. He told me it was the best decision he’s made for his pets in his life. I agree. I can say the same thing. Going to AV Veterinary Center... Read More
I learned about AV Veterinary Center from my colleague at work. He told me it was the best decision he’s made for his pets in his life. I agree. I can say the same thing. Going to AV Veterinary Center for the first time changed not just the life of our dog, who has been battling with a chronic illness, but also our lives. Today, we no longer need to buy meds on a regular basis or take him to the vet once a month. Vet visits are now four months apart. And our dog seems revitalized. That’s all a pet owner like me can ask for. Read Less
Janna E
20 Jun 2020
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AV Vet Center is about an hour’s drive from where my boyfriend and I live. Still, we would rather go there than the vet center 15 minutes from our area. AV Vet Center is more complete, has a better st... Read More
AV Vet Center is about an hour’s drive from where my boyfriend and I live. Still, we would rather go there than the vet center 15 minutes from our area. AV Vet Center is more complete, has a better staff, is cleaner, and doesn’t make us wait hours before checking our dog. Read Less
Gilbert L
26 May 2020
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My dog died last year in AV Veterinary Center. Truth is he was 12 years old and nearly blind. His heart was about to give and the doctors at the clinic told me there wasn’t anything they could do. Hea... Read More
My dog died last year in AV Veterinary Center. Truth is he was 12 years old and nearly blind. His heart was about to give and the doctors at the clinic told me there wasn’t anything they could do. Heartbreaking as it was, I just told the people at AV Veterinary Center to at least take away the pain. And they did. If I had to go through it all again, I’d still choose that same clinic filled with compassionate people. Read Less
Rose K
21 May 2020
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I love AV Veterinary Center’s staff and doctors. They saw me at my most distraught when I had to bring my bleeding collie in for emergency surgery. He was a pup and was bitten by my neighbor’s much bi... Read More
I love AV Veterinary Center’s staff and doctors. They saw me at my most distraught when I had to bring my bleeding collie in for emergency surgery. He was a pup and was bitten by my neighbor’s much bigger dog. They stitched him right up and held him in confinement for a day. I couldn’t sleep but one of the staff members texted me to assure me everything was fine. I’ll never forget that. Read Less
Shane O
20 May 2020
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I’ve been more satisfied with AV Veterinary Center’s service compared to any other vet clinics’. If you’re pragmatic like me, you’ll always nitpick the little things. And since my dog is my only compa... Read More
I’ve been more satisfied with AV Veterinary Center’s service compared to any other vet clinics’. If you’re pragmatic like me, you’ll always nitpick the little things. And since my dog is my only companion, anything about her health is worth nitpicking. But you know what? I could not find anything worth nitpicking about AV Veterinary Center. Well, except maybe for their price which although is a bit steep, is very much worth it. Read Less
Sarah B
7 Apr 2020
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We’ll be moving to Portland in three weeks. It worries me because we’ll need to look for another vet clinic for our cats. I just wish the one we find is as good, accommodating and complete as AV Veter... Read More
We’ll be moving to Portland in three weeks. It worries me because we’ll need to look for another vet clinic for our cats. I just wish the one we find is as good, accommodating and complete as AV Veterinary Center. Read Less
Thea N
24 Mar 2020
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My husband and I been going to AV Vet for years and we always been happy. Our dog too. Bad things happen and sometimes pets die in pet hospitals, but that doesn’t mean the vets did nothing. If you are... Read More
My husband and I been going to AV Vet for years and we always been happy. Our dog too. Bad things happen and sometimes pets die in pet hospitals, but that doesn’t mean the vets did nothing. If you aren’t a vet, stop talking like you know vet stuff. Read Less
Emma D
10 Mar 2020
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The first few weeks after I moved to Lancaster, I noticed that the pets in our condo all went to AV Veterinary Center. I have a beagle, Spryer, and I was looking for a clinic. I asked around and found... Read More
The first few weeks after I moved to Lancaster, I noticed that the pets in our condo all went to AV Veterinary Center. I have a beagle, Spryer, and I was looking for a clinic. I asked around and found out that all my pet owner neighbors say the same thing -- AV Veterinary Center is the best vet clinic for miles. They were right. Everything and everyone in the clinic is amazing. Read Less
Rosalie T
5 Mar 2020
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For pet owners in Lancaster, AV Veterinary Center is obviously the best place to have pets checked, especially if they don’t feel well. We’ve had one health scare with Pinocchio, our Chihuahua, and th... Read More
For pet owners in Lancaster, AV Veterinary Center is obviously the best place to have pets checked, especially if they don’t feel well. We’ve had one health scare with Pinocchio, our Chihuahua, and the doctors at AV Veterinary Center took one look, prescribed meds, and saved his life. Since then, no other vet center has come close. Read Less
Andrew S
19 Feb 2020
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I’m not sure why people have been complaining about AV Veterinary Center. Our experiences with the staff and vets have been quite the opposite. They’ve been nothing but good and professional to us and... Read More
I’m not sure why people have been complaining about AV Veterinary Center. Our experiences with the staff and vets have been quite the opposite. They’ve been nothing but good and professional to us and our pets. 10/10 would recommend this to everyone. Read Less
Ella K
10 Jan 2020
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Sometimes, you may need to wait in line at AV Veterinary Center but you can be sure your pets will be taken care of. They have a great staff and amazing doctors who are skilled at all sorts of health ... Read More
Sometimes, you may need to wait in line at AV Veterinary Center but you can be sure your pets will be taken care of. They have a great staff and amazing doctors who are skilled at all sorts of health problems animals might have. Read Less
Dillan A
30 Dec 2019
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All Creatures is our clinic of choice. When our family dog got sick, the staff at All Creatures made him better. When our family cat needed to be spayed, All Creatures took care of it without a hitch.... Read More
All Creatures is our clinic of choice. When our family dog got sick, the staff at All Creatures made him better. When our family cat needed to be spayed, All Creatures took care of it without a hitch. We recommend it to all pet owners in Newhall. Read Less
Edward C
27 Dec 2019
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Would I recommend AV Veterinary Center? Absolutely. The clinic is a great place for pets, especially those in need or urgent care. While there may be other veterinary clinics in the area, AV Veterinar... Read More
Would I recommend AV Veterinary Center? Absolutely. The clinic is a great place for pets, especially those in need or urgent care. While there may be other veterinary clinics in the area, AV Veterinary Center is by far the best. Read Less
Broken Tazee
16 Jul 2018
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They were so gentle, and caring with my family dying dog. We had a private room where we had our last moments with him. And they gave us tissues after he passed away.
Debbie Young
12 Jul 2018
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They have the equiptment if your animal has an emergency and your pet needs more complicated proceedures. My cat needed oxygen therapy and i was sent to them by All Creatures after the vet administere... Read More
They have the equiptment if your animal has an emergency and your pet needs more complicated proceedures. My cat needed oxygen therapy and i was sent to them by All Creatures after the vet administered a lasix injection at that hospital. They kept him over night and advised me it would be better to leave him at their hospital a little longer but i wouldnt. My cat is terminal and im having him euthanized in a few days at home. Im just keeping him comfortable and being in the hospital stresses him out. That was the only problem i had with them. I told them they were not going to save him because hes got a very enlarged left atrium and his heart can barely pump blood anylonger. I also told them hes more comfortable at home and i could see he was very scared in the oxygen cage. Not what i wish for his last days. The hospital is high priced but the equiptment they have is expensive to buy and to run. So if you just need vaccinations for your pet i would find somewhere else to go. But if you can afford it and your pet has something more complicated going on with their health its a good option. The other thing i noticed is that when i left my cat for the night i left his medications. I had just refilled his lasix at All Creatures and he was given injections at both vet hospitals. The bottle said they dispensed 28 pills but when i got home there were only 20 pill in the bottle. I dont know for sure but its possible someone took 8 lasix pills at AV Veterinary. They also kept all my cats medical records that i had with me. I will request for them to be returned. Read Less
Nicol Roberts
15 Jun 2018
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Dr. Sandhu, he truly loves helping animals, he is honest and kind!
Heather Arnts
30 May 2018
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My dog tore a gash in her back and needed stitches. Of course it happened on a holiday weekend and we live in Ridgecrest so there was no place in town to take her. We drove her to AV Veterinary Center... Read More
My dog tore a gash in her back and needed stitches. Of course it happened on a holiday weekend and we live in Ridgecrest so there was no place in town to take her. We drove her to AV Veterinary Center on a Sunday evening. After seeing Dr. Sandhu they wanted to keep her through the night since it was about 8:30 pm by the time we were seen. I told Dr. Sandhu we were from Ridgecrest and asked if there was any way we could wait for her and not leave her through the night. He was very kind and agreed to that and said he would work her in between the surgeries he had to do. Everyone was very kind and thorough. Our pup was understandably anxious, so after her blood work the staff asked me to come back and place a muzzle on her so they could do the sedation. She was calm when I went back and I was able to place the muzzle and leash with no problems. I was very grateful that they involved me in her care and comfort. We were able to wait in the very comfortable waiting room while our pup received her treatment. She ended up with eleven staples. Afterwards, the techs were very thorough in explaining aftercare and the front desk staff was very helpful with paperwork and bill payment. I would definitely recommend this emergency vet to anyone in the area. Read Less
Miriam Barashari
28 May 2018
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Dr. Sandhu and his staff are so amazing. Dr. Sandhu performed a back surgery on my baby Cody. Him and his staff showed so much care and love on my Cody. They call me morning and night to give status a... Read More
Dr. Sandhu and his staff are so amazing. Dr. Sandhu performed a back surgery on my baby Cody. Him and his staff showed so much care and love on my Cody. They call me morning and night to give status and updates on Cody’s condition. They even sent me pictures of Cody on a daily basis to cheer me up. All the staff are friendly and awesome. I have three dogs and I always take them in this facility even though it’s quite a drive. Because I’m very confident that all my babies are in great hands of Dr. Sandhu and his amazing staff. Read Less
Liz Norris
23 May 2018
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I have been here several times with my rescued pit bulls. The staff is amazing! They are understanding of my dog’s trust issues and do everything they can to accommodate. I really appreciate that. Th... Read More
I have been here several times with my rescued pit bulls. The staff is amazing! They are understanding of my dog’s trust issues and do everything they can to accommodate. I really appreciate that. The doctors and the facility itself is top notch and it’s open 24 hours! I even tell my friends to drive from LA if they have an emergency that can afford the hour drive. You won’t get taken advantage of because it’s after 6 pm here. I’m thankful to have found this hospital! Read Less
Paige Rollins
17 May 2018
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Most of the staff is really nice a few ladies are standoffish. They are a bit pricey but they are 24hrs and take walk ins, you're paying for the convince. The lady that was looking over my puppy was v... Read More
Most of the staff is really nice a few ladies are standoffish. They are a bit pricey but they are 24hrs and take walk ins, you're paying for the convince. The lady that was looking over my puppy was very loving and kind to him. Read Less
Ali M Christ
5 May 2018
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Nice staffs. Luxury place. Reasonable visit price.
Sandra-Anne Rowe
20 Apr 2018
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Rushed my dog in and they were amazing & saved her life. Called because my regular vet wanted unnecessary tests they helped me out and we switched all our animals to them. We are extremely happy with ... Read More
Rushed my dog in and they were amazing & saved her life. Called because my regular vet wanted unnecessary tests they helped me out and we switched all our animals to them. We are extremely happy with the care we receive. Thank you AV Veterinary Center Read Less
roxanne Corralejo
18 Apr 2018
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They are very compassionate when euthanasia is a must. My 16 yr. old chihuahua had CHF. She no longer suffers.💔
Teresa Jay-Carroll
12 Apr 2018
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They’re rude & extremely uncaring. I lost my dog, I can’t help but feel I made a tragic mistake taking her to them. The A.V. desperately needs another pet hospital for emergencies. I will drive to San... Read More
They’re rude & extremely uncaring. I lost my dog, I can’t help but feel I made a tragic mistake taking her to them. The A.V. desperately needs another pet hospital for emergencies. I will drive to Santa Clarita or Bakersfield if I ever have another night time emergency. Read Less
Karen Macpherson Wessinger
14 Mar 2018
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This photo says it all. (from CA veterinary gov site.) They were to be shut down, but got probation. Too bad they weren't shut down. My dog would not have suffered for a week while they lied and dru... Read More
This photo says it all. (from CA veterinary gov site.) They were to be shut down, but got probation. Too bad they weren't shut down. My dog would not have suffered for a week while they lied and drug out her treatment, so they could make a buck. And recently, a dog got loose post surgery and was found dead in a field in the desert. If you don't believe it? Do your research. Look it up. Read Less
Amy Feng
13 Feb 2018
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Time after time Dr. Sandhu & his staff have not only saved my dogs life, but have treated both my animals and I with incredible respect and compassion. Even when my silly shepherd is being difficult. ... Read More
Time after time Dr. Sandhu & his staff have not only saved my dogs life, but have treated both my animals and I with incredible respect and compassion. Even when my silly shepherd is being difficult. Especially in times like now, remember all of the incredible good someone has done..instead of focusing on the one bad. Accidents are unavoidable..those who also own German shepherds can attest to their strength & determination to get their way. Prayers & love to Aurora’s family and AV vet center in this terrible time.Read Less
Teresa Jakowich
9 Feb 2018
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we were from out of state and Andrew took it upon himself to help us repair our newest member of the family's wheelchair as it had torn. He sutured it together and wouldn't take any money from us. We... Read More
we were from out of state and Andrew took it upon himself to help us repair our newest member of the family's wheelchair as it had torn. He sutured it together and wouldn't take any money from us. We were told he also specializes in animal rehabilitation. If I lived here, I would go out of my way to bring all my four footed family members there. A+ Read Less
Thomas Plough
13 Jan 2018
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I have a 9 month old pug who was in pain crying out every 5 minutes. We contacted AV Veterinary Center late Tuesday night. We decided to take her to AV Vet. We arrived at 0150 and was seen right a... Read More
I have a 9 month old pug who was in pain crying out every 5 minutes. We contacted AV Veterinary Center late Tuesday night. We decided to take her to AV Vet. We arrived at 0150 and was seen right away. The staff was caring and gave our dog with a visual examination. She was then seen by the Vet. The diagnosis: "Your pup is in heat and suffering from inflammation. I can give her an injection to reduce the inflammation. We took that option. We arrived home at 0400. Too bad Ridgecrest doesn't have a pet ER. Read Less
Judi W.
28 Nov 2017
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Dr Sandhu treated my Yorkie for severe eye infections/dry eye. Within a week, her eyes that had been crusted and sore (even after treatment by other vets) were clear and bright. He was wonderful with ... Read More
Dr Sandhu treated my Yorkie for severe eye infections/dry eye. Within a week, her eyes that had been crusted and sore (even after treatment by other vets) were clear and bright. He was wonderful with her and I am very thankful that he knew what other vets I had went to did not. Read Less
David Hernandez
30 May 2017
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Very nice staff, comforting environment. They helped my cousins dog a lot. Doctor was very nice as well, cooperated.
Mj Beezy
29 May 2017
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I took my dog there for a torn nail, the doctor came to see my dog in my presence (approximately 30 seconds) looked at the nail, didn't even touch ,confort or talk to the dog, he then sent a bill of 2... Read More
I took my dog there for a torn nail, the doctor came to see my dog in my presence (approximately 30 seconds) looked at the nail, didn't even touch ,confort or talk to the dog, he then sent a bill of 210$ ( for cutting the nail, an injection for pain and a bandage ) and i had to sign before they could take care of my dog. They took my dog for 30 minutes and brought it back once i signed an other paper. My only concern is the way everything is about big money, without even considering the dog as a dog. To me, it's a shame Read Less
Julia Hinojosa
11 Apr 2017
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Staff handled the situation appropriately. They were all very kind and helpful. Any question we had was answered and helped us when we didn't understand what to do.
C Platts
1 Mar 2017
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Although the doctors are very good the staff seems more disconnected in recent years and the cost of procedures is very very high. Our most recent visit we were the only people there and waited a very... Read More
Although the doctors are very good the staff seems more disconnected in recent years and the cost of procedures is very very high. Our most recent visit we were the only people there and waited a very long time to be seen, all the while we were never spoken to. Read Less
Sherry Holloway
5 Feb 2017
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I feel they take advantage of your emotions financially. The doctor (or staff) did update us throughout my dog's surgery but I think the price of the procedure was a bit much. Since it was an emergenc... Read More
I feel they take advantage of your emotions financially. The doctor (or staff) did update us throughout my dog's surgery but I think the price of the procedure was a bit much. Since it was an emergency and was frightened, I was willing to pay. The staff is fine but feel they could be a little more compassionate instead of "sign here" or "you owe" . A little bedside manner could go a long way. Read Less
Heather Swan
11 Jan 2017
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The time had come for my Chet to move on and I checked online for the vet offices open late. This was the third office I called and they were so kind over the phone that I decided to go there. When we... Read More
The time had come for my Chet to move on and I checked online for the vet offices open late. This was the third office I called and they were so kind over the phone that I decided to go there. When we arrived they were so compassionate and concerned; they got us in right away to a private room that was candlelit and very comfortable and peaceful. They gave us all the time we needed to say goodbye and when it was time the Dr came. The Dr was so peaceful and calming as well...he stroked Chet's paw and was so respectful of him and what we were all experiencing. I can't thank the Dr and his staff enough for their compassion pond professionalism; they made this horrible experience go as easily as it could. Thank you all from the bottom of my heart for taking care of my baby Read Less
Collette Michelle
11 Jan 2017
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I've had more than my share of pet emergencies and they are the best The staff is compassionate and Dr Sandhu is amazing When my little chihuahua passed away at home I took him there for cremation a... Read More
I've had more than my share of pet emergencies and they are the best The staff is compassionate and Dr Sandhu is amazing When my little chihuahua passed away at home I took him there for cremation arrangements and they let me stay with him in the grief room for several hours without any pressure Read Less
Carrie Grooms
10 Jan 2017
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I am with Secondhand Animals and this visit and every visit we receive top notch care and service. Everyone is professional from the front office staff to the hard working techs and doctors in the bac... Read More
I am with Secondhand Animals and this visit and every visit we receive top notch care and service. Everyone is professional from the front office staff to the hard working techs and doctors in the back. My mind is at ease when I know they have one of my animals! <3 Read Less
Jennifer Haro
27 Dec 2016
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On 12/21/16 a freak accident happened and we had to rush our Sofie to a vet. It was 8pm & we had to find a 24 hr vet that was open. We brought Sofie here and the staff was amazing. I was a emotional w... Read More
On 12/21/16 a freak accident happened and we had to rush our Sofie to a vet. It was 8pm & we had to find a 24 hr vet that was open. We brought Sofie here and the staff was amazing. I was a emotional wreck & they were so compassionate, caring & understanding. They had a private room for us to sit & say our good byes to Sofie & let us stay for as long as we needed. They didn't treat us as first time customers they treated us as if we had gone there for years. I will be returning when my other pups need check ups & will definitely recommend this office. Thank you again! (A special thanks to Melissa for being so kind) Read Less
Cassie Frank
12 Dec 2016
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AV Veterinary Center has been caring for one of our very sick senior rescue dogs. I am beyond impressed with the entire staff, from the ladies at the front to the vet techs in the back, everyone is gr... Read More
AV Veterinary Center has been caring for one of our very sick senior rescue dogs. I am beyond impressed with the entire staff, from the ladies at the front to the vet techs in the back, everyone is great at what they do and so very friendly. They have been calling me twice a day with updates and always happy to answer any questions I may have. Dr. Sandhu is amazing and so caring with all his patients. I am extremely thankful to have this type of Veterinarian in our area! Read Less
Terry Winchester
11 Nov 2016
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As much as we appreciate the hard working and amazing staff here, we feel we were taken for a ride financially. Instead of telling us our dog was full of cancer during surgery (and being humane by not... Read More
As much as we appreciate the hard working and amazing staff here, we feel we were taken for a ride financially. Instead of telling us our dog was full of cancer during surgery (and being humane by not waking him) the doctor removed his spleen, stitched him up and kept him for 2 days. All the while knowing our dog wouldn't live much longer. That is, unless we were to do chemo at a price that just want affordable for us and would only give an extra 4 months (maybe) So we brought Bo home. He did OK for a few days then the decline. Watching your family member slowly die, day by day and lose the spark he once had was totally uncalled for. It's hard to remember all of the good times when your pets slow death and how he couldn't greet us anymore, how he looked so sad and just wanted to feel better is what is recalled. The goof ups the day we said good bye at the hospital. All of this could have been avoided by one decision- to not pick the pockets of a client. When all was said and done we spent over $5000. This decision has put us through so much emotional pain and our Bo shouldn't have had to endure 10 days of hanging on when he could have gone peacefully. I can't and won't recommend AV Vet Center until they change their policy of informing owners when there really isn't hope for their pet. Think about the patient and the family instead of how much money you can make. Read Less
Barbara Robert Bravo
9 Nov 2016
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AV Veterinary Center saved my puppy from parvo. I honestly can't say enough about how awesome Dr Sandhu and his staff are. He took a personal interest in our baby, and she is back to being her puppy s... Read More
AV Veterinary Center saved my puppy from parvo. I honestly can't say enough about how awesome Dr Sandhu and his staff are. He took a personal interest in our baby, and she is back to being her puppy self. Thank you AV Veterinary Center!!!! Read Less
Elizabeth Lauren
1 Nov 2016
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These guys are absolutely the best, accommodating people ever. In such a sad time for my family these doctors and nurses help Jazz to be comfortable, let us sit with her for the last two hours and wai... Read More
These guys are absolutely the best, accommodating people ever. In such a sad time for my family these doctors and nurses help Jazz to be comfortable, let us sit with her for the last two hours and wait for Jazz's other parents come and say their final goodbyes, and brought us chocolate while we waited in a private room. Today marks a year that our smallest family member passed away. Thanks for supporting us that day. Read Less
Stephanie Hernandez
17 Oct 2016
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Last week our puppy Phoebe got sick with the parvovirus and she is alive today because of this veterinarian office. They helped us in every way possible and let us visit our puppy whenever we wanted. ... Read More
Last week our puppy Phoebe got sick with the parvovirus and she is alive today because of this veterinarian office. They helped us in every way possible and let us visit our puppy whenever we wanted. You can tell that they really care for the animals! They are truly amazing. My family and I are very grateful. Read Less
Briana Delgado
4 Oct 2016
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I always take my furry family members here. The staff has always been so kind, considerate and accommodating. Have never had a bad experience here. Everyone is so friendly and helpful. The doctors he... Read More
I always take my furry family members here. The staff has always been so kind, considerate and accommodating. Have never had a bad experience here. Everyone is so friendly and helpful. The doctors here explain everything thoroughly, I can tell they actually care, and my animals have always been treated very well. Danielle and the other staff are always very sweet. I haven't had an experience nearly as wonderful elsewhere. Best animal clinic in the AV! Read Less
Kat Mannix
1 Oct 2016
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I was travelling from Phoenix to Paso Robles for a trade show. My little Frenchie travels with me everywhere. About 40 miles outside of Lancaster, she went to sit up and her eyes started twitching rap... Read More
I was travelling from Phoenix to Paso Robles for a trade show. My little Frenchie travels with me everywhere. About 40 miles outside of Lancaster, she went to sit up and her eyes started twitching rapidly and her head was tilting. I thought it was a seizure. It really scared me. She's never done that before. Anyway, I called this clinic and I got her right in. They are a wonderful group of people. They did all kinds of testing and found out she has vestibular disease. She had to stay 4 days while I went to my trade show. I would recommend them highly. Read Less
merce judge
19 Sep 2016
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First it is wonderful that AV Vet. Ctr. is 24/7 especially on a Sunday. I was happy to find an open clinic and so close from home. The staff are caring, welcoming and professional they made it easer f... Read More
First it is wonderful that AV Vet. Ctr. is 24/7 especially on a Sunday. I was happy to find an open clinic and so close from home. The staff are caring, welcoming and professional they made it easer for me to leave my baby (cat) Patches. I miss him and hope he gets better to bring him home soon.Read Less
Clariece Unnerstall
26 Aug 2016
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These amazing people truly care about animals. I found a cat and her eye was out. My fiance and I brought in this tiny tiny kitten and they were slammed that night, but they still made us feel like th... Read More
These amazing people truly care about animals. I found a cat and her eye was out. My fiance and I brought in this tiny tiny kitten and they were slammed that night, but they still made us feel like the only people in the office! They were far too kind over the next 2 days while I called and checked in on the kitten, the following days after we got her home and I called paranoid, and I know they'll be amazing when we get her stitches out. They are very caring people and they have great customer service. We were very blessed to have them that crazy Sunday night!! <3 Read Less
Danielle Robillard
19 May 2016
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The most beautiful hospital -with the best doctors and most compassionate loving staff.Best care ever, true animal lovers. Top notch quality medical equipment with all new technology- friendly, caring... Read More
The most beautiful hospital -with the best doctors and most compassionate loving staff.Best care ever, true animal lovers. Top notch quality medical equipment with all new technology- friendly, caring, treats you like family. Read Less
Phil Salvatore
11 May 2016
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My sweet female husky was attacked on our evening walk by one of two dogs who broke open the gate to their yard. She suffered bites to her right thigh, one of which was quite deep and was bleeding. ... Read More
My sweet female husky was attacked on our evening walk by one of two dogs who broke open the gate to their yard. She suffered bites to her right thigh, one of which was quite deep and was bleeding. My male husky just stood there like a doof while "his wife" was attacked leaving me to wrestle this angry dog off her. This happened in the evening when our local Ridgecrest veterinary clinics had just closed. I rushed her south to your facility arriving about 9:30 pm. There was essentially no wait time before "our daughter" was led to your ER. An hour later she was leaving, her thigh shaved to reveal more bites than we initially knew she suffered, and some staples in the deep bite that bled the most. We were given prescription antibiotics in the form of a dog treat so no hiding pills in food or cramming pills down her throat. How nice! The wounds healed fine and we had the staples removed locally though the poor girl was not happy during the long car ride home. The bill for this was much less than expected. A dental cleaning up here costs more. Your facility is spotless, the staff friendly and welcoming and the service we received was simply outstanding. I sure don't want this to ever happen again but it is good to know that if it does you are there to patch up and heal our precious four legged kids. Read Less
kennysrl1
10 May 2016
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I have to tell you, in a time of great sadness and loss, AV Veterinary Center came through like angels. Every staff member's professionalism, mixed in with a very healthy dose of humanity and compassi... Read More
I have to tell you, in a time of great sadness and loss, AV Veterinary Center came through like angels. Every staff member's professionalism, mixed in with a very healthy dose of humanity and compassion for both my baby and us, was crucial to me. The detailed care and results were beyond incredible. Thank you so so much for being there for us when we really NEEDED great results and comfort! Read Less
Accounts Infamous
10 May 2016
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My baby girl Sammie had a cyst in her uterus and I thought we were going to loose her. The staff and doctor were amazing... they put up my constant calling and late night visits. She has made a ful... Read More
My baby girl Sammie had a cyst in her uterus and I thought we were going to loose her. The staff and doctor were amazing... they put up my constant calling and late night visits. She has made a full recovery after major surgery and is back to her playful self. Thank you so much to saving my baby girl, I couldn't be more grateful! Read Less
Trish Rockwell
10 May 2016
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I went to AV on a Sunday night with a kitten that couldn't breath well. This kitten had been diagnosed with felines leukemia previously. It was a very difficult time for me. Rubbers was very sick and ... Read More
I went to AV on a Sunday night with a kitten that couldn't breath well. This kitten had been diagnosed with felines leukemia previously. It was a very difficult time for me. Rubbers was very sick and in pain so the best choice for him was to rest in peace. The staff was great, very understanding and caring. Treated both me and my kitten as if we were their only concern. Gave me time to say goodbye in a back room that was setup nicely, not a cold exam room. Wrapped Rubbers in a blanket, treated him like a person with loving care. This was a sad and difficult situation. I would recommend them to anyone that cares for their pet. They were great and the costs were reasonable. Thank you for handling us with care. Read Less
Carrie M.
14 Jan 2014
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, I am sorry to say I can NOT even rate this place with one star. I am not one to be overly critical, but to just say this place was unprofessional, is not enough. My experience here was very disturbi... Read More
, I am sorry to say I can NOT even rate this place with one star. I am not one to be overly critical, but to just say this place was unprofessional, is not enough. My experience here was very disturbing. I have no doubt that the Doctor was very knowledgeable and capable as a physician., which makes what I experienced even worse. There is absolutely NO doubt that this Doctor is ONLY in business to make money, he can care less about your pets well-being. Not only was this witnessed, so was the unprofessional behavior of the staff, one woman in particular was extremely unprofessional and rude, actually dismissing the urgency of our dogs condition and even after less than 1/2 hour later (when he died) no apology was given, she maintained her smug attitude. I will never un-live the unnecessary pain caused by this place!!! Read Less
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