We were in town visiting family and our old dog Sunny took a turn for the worse. We made the decision that it was time to let him go and the staff here was amazing while we went through this very emotional time. A week later we received a sympathy card in the mail with the most thoughtful gift I can imagine. They took the time to make some nose and paw prints for us and I cannot begin to express how thankful we are for them. Read Less

My cat was sick and I had no idea what was wrong with her. I brought her in and was walked through the multiple testing she would need to determine what was wrong. I was given the prices up front before anything was done. They were equivalent to any other vet I've been to. Unfortunately they weren't able to figure out what was wrong even after the tests but wanted to start antibiotics in hopes it would help. I was going out of town that weekend and had to hospitalize her until I came home. Hospitalizing is pricy anywhere but Merced Veterinary Clinics prices were actually very reasonable. While she was hospitalized they called me each day to update me on how she was doing and how they were treating her. They took extremely good care of her while she was there. When I got her back she was back to her normal healthy self. I am so great full to the staff for doing all they could to help my kitty feel better again. I absolutely recommend taking your pets here! Read Less

Dr. Lawson and team are amazing! Even when we come in with an illness or concern, the vet on duty has always bee great and we are always happy with our care. Their rates are reasonable the wait time is usually short and the their customer service is excellent. Dr. Lawson is great at listening to my concerns and then thoughtfully gives possible treatment options with no pressure to decide on any particular one. All three of my dogs are comfortable there and I have no problem getting them into the clinic. Read Less

Our first visit was yesterday, and I can honestly say this was the Best Vet service EVER!!! I was totally impressed with staff who were very friendly, and the VET was AMAZING!!! I've never had a vet so thoroughly explain possible options and care for my dog. I will definately be returning and recommend them to anyone who needs care for their pets!! Read Less

Took my foster dog here and there were many things unsettling about this vet. We took the foster dog here 3 days after rescuing him from a shelter, knowing he had a bad cough and a dislocated hip. His x-rays of heart and lung were not good and the vet went over the possibilities. The part I hated the most was that I was given multiple suggestions and comments that it may not be worth my money to determine what was wrong with him. The vet also said even if we pinpoint it, dog may need to be on meds for life, may need this, could be that and again "may not be worth it for a foster dog." That felt so unacceptable to me. I have never been to a vet who would suggest that a dog is not worth it. I have never been to a vet that was not positive and went through the options knowing I was there to keep a dog healthy. I know that a vet should not lie to me and give false hope, but it seemed that they had no faith in themselves that anything could be done... and they didn't even run any tests yet! I had just met this dog and this vet made me feel horrible and so sad. Turns out, all tests were negative, his body healed after nourishment and love and we took him to Valley Animal Hospital to finish his vet care and fix his hip. Valley Animal hospital is a trillion times better, they seem to care about their clients and patients.Anyways, other little things bothered me about Merced Vet Clinic:-multiple vet techs would not hold the door for me on multiple occasions when they saw me carrying this sickly dog who could not walk in both of my arms. No assistance.-They let the doors slam into the patient rooms. Again, happened more than once. Most animals at the vet are sick or hurt and don't want to be there, how about close a door properly instead of scaring everyone with loud doors slamming. It even made me jump-One time, one of the techs (or receptionist? she was behind the desk) asked me to go weigh the dog.... now normally I wouldn't mind to weigh the dog myself at your office (even though it's your job and you are just sitting there) but again, sick dog... had to carry... no help-They require overnight stays for neuter even though no one stays on staff overnight. Perhaps there is a good reason but it doesn't make sense to me and they couldn't explain why I couldn't take him home. So that was the end of that... good news is they will fax or mail records to your new vet or to your house. Read Less

If  I could give 0 stars I would. . . I brought 2 dogs to be spayed and 1 for a check up.  Although I was shocked at the cost of all the add ons in addition to the $153 for less than 20 lbs spay..it was expected.  A nodule was found on the breast of one of the dogs and I was told $400 additional  for the removal and it would also cover additional pain meds--this  was all agreed via text message which i still have. When I took my dogs home I did not have extra pain medicine--both dogs received a 3 day supply only.  The dog with the extra procedure cont to have pain past the 4th day and when I called and asked about the pain medication--I was told it would be better for to have an injection--the vet did not want to give anymore oral pain medication--and that would be extra ( which  I assumed would be covered by the additional  $400).  I also had a heart worm test/fecal done on both dogs.  I got a call saying they forgot to do a stool sample on one of the dogs so I asked for a refund.  Rachel, the tech said she couldn't give one, but I could try to get a stool sample myself.  I also had to remind them to give me the cone of shame that i paid for as i left. While I was in the waiting room, the receptionist  kept rolling her eyes and making fun of a Latina woman and her kids--and saying obnoxiously loud in English--that she should control her kids better--wow, at least have the courage to say it to the woman--I'm pretty sure the Latina woman understood what the receptionist was saying.   Two weeks later I bring one dog in for staples removal..ask about that refund and am told that the blood work was sent out, but I had missed my 7 day deadline on getting a stool sample done.  I was never told that I had a 7 day deadline.  Needless to say, I am never going back there.  After paying over $1028 in fees and tests and provedure, the least they could have done was to offer to get a stool sample and still turn it .  Horrible service, misrepresentation. Take your beloved pets elsewhere!  Find another vet! Read Less

Dr karr and Dr Larson are super vets always doing above the call for our baby Zaza. The techs ALL of you to many to remember by name always treat our sassy baby just so sweet. Thank you for your care. I don't want to forget the receptionist they have a smile and friendly voices all the time helping to get me in very fast. Read Less

You get what you pay for! We took my daughter's dog here to have him neutered! This was the most inexpensive place in Merced! They cut him with the clippers in 3 spots! 2 of which needed stitches, yes more than 1! And burned him in several spots! Don't go here! EVER! Ridiculous!!!Update: The tech that did this called me. Apologized profusely! She refunded the fees for everything including meds and collar. She stated that she had been thinking about it all night and had intended to pay for everything by didn't make it to the office before we did.  She said she didn't know what happened and in 14 years she never had this type of thing happen. I asked her if it will ever happen again. She said no. I told her we will find another vet to remove sutures and take care of Chewbie from now on. She said she understood. Read Less

Our 7 year old Cavalier King Charles Spaniel has been a patient of Dr. Lawson for the past three years. This month our dog required surgery for a growth removal on his abdomen. Prior to, and the day of the operation, the surgical procedure, cost, and recovery process were fully explained to our family by Dr. Lawson and her staff. It was comforting to hear from both the surgical nurse and the doctor post-op on how our dog did during surgery. It has been two weeks now and our dog is healing remarkably well. As a surgeon she went above and beyond exceptional care for our dog; his tail wags everytime he sees her now. We appreciate Dr. Lawson's skill as a surgeon and the professionalism of the Merced Veterinary Clinic staff. We highly recommend MVC for any veterinary needs that your pet may require! Read Less

Great staffs and very friendly. My Pomeranian (Data) had been pooping mucus and blood for few days and i tried everything I can on the net before I visit the vet. Was able to make appointment the next day in the morning. Met with Dr Ellis Karr is wonderful to which my Data was right away comfortable with her. She check on data and sent us home with some med. price is cheap. She check the feces sample that I brought in and found worms which quickly ready the med for pick up in the afternoon. My data is all better and healthy now. Read Less

I've taken my guinea pig and bunny here a few times and have always had a good experience. This month in may I recently lost my 12 year old bunny to old age and health problems. It was a very tough emotional experience and the Doctors, nurses as well as the front desk were all very helpful, sympathetic and comforting. I truly appreciated everything they did to help and the card they sent with my baby's paw print on the inside of the card. Read Less

Great Vet! Have been taking Copper to them since 2013 and he loves them. Copper does not let anyone near him but the girls here have the magic touch :-) they know him by name and that's a good quality in my book. Read Less

Love, love this place Im new to the area from Los Angeles and my sons hamster got so sick I was In a bind being I lost my job they worked with me here have us a huge discount they put my lil baby on oxygen at no coast and saved her they even gave us her antibiotics at No coast the staff was Super Nice and the Dr was amazing. My son said "that Dr saved my hamsters Life"!! I would most definitely Refer family and friends here... Read Less

In contrast to the other review on here, I know this is a great vet clinic. Their office visits are $45 per visit, which includes complementary nail trimmings. (I think this is average for most office visits in the area). The clinic is also very clean & professional.  Dr. Lawson, & all the other doctors and staff are the absolute best I've ever seen. Every single staff member/doctor greets you with a smile and is genuinely glad to see you & will soon know your pet by name.  I took my Alaskan Malamute, Denali there for almost 3 years. Denali had suffered a severe case of heart worms that he had contracted almost a year before we started going to MVC. While Dr. Lawson & Dr. Winn and all the staff did everything possible to try and get my boy better, I sadly had to put him down on April 23, 2012. I know that the doctors and staff really do care about all the pets under their care. I know it must still be hard for anyone to have to do, but it really made me feel better that Dr. Lawson cried as well when we had to put my beautiful boy down. I am still confident that everything possible was done to save my boy and am pleased with the care we received.     Even though I plan to move up to the Bay Area soon, when I do eventually get another Malamute, or two, I will make the drive back to Merced so that Dr. Lawson & the rest of the wonderful staff can care for my dogs for routine check-ups. I truly believe these are the best vets in the area. Read Less

Twice now I have shown up with no appointment and they have fit us in. When my dog died unexpectantly, I couldn't bring myself to go in for 2 weeks to get his cremated remains, they never once called and asked when I would be in. They even asked me if I was sure I was ready when I did show up because I couldn't quit crying, and that it could wait if I needed more time. They always take good care of my animals who are all rescued and come with indivigual issues. I am very happy with their service, prices and ability to work with me and my animals. Read Less

I strongly urge you to find a vet elsewhere. This vet isn't clean and gave my cat fleas. Their prices are expensive. Every time I go there I feel like I'm getting ripped off for what little they do and how much they charge. For comparison, it cost around $130 for the first visit (1 shot & neutering) and $60 for the "booster" shot they had to give him a few weeks afterward. (Appointment fee is around $40 per visit.)Save your pet. Go somewhere else. Read Less