I came here from 2 different happy referrals and have literally ran into other friends bring their pets here, so far they are happy customers. Unfortunately, I cannot say the same. I come from the Ban... Read More
I came here from 2 different happy referrals and have literally ran into other friends bring their pets here, so far they are happy customers. Unfortunately, I cannot say the same. I come from the Banfield experience, and was looking for a better environment/care for my 8 yr old chocolate lab (Chula), so I was really excited to bring her here. The 1st visit was ok in terms of being greeted and getting my dog into a room. The vet tech (a nice young man) was incredible friendly with myself and the dog, so I thought this is going to be great. Unfortunately, the doctor walked in, without introducing herself, asked 'whats wrong with your dog' attitude, took my dog back for some exams. I patiently waited for the results, I was given a quote for $200 and some change, then the nice vet tech who was working with me, told me the dog was ready but their was some concerns and now the bill was about $500. Again, I have not spoken with the doctor after the results. So I was told to wait again for the doctor to come out and explain what was going on. I waited close to 30 minutes. I believe at this point I Was starting to get frustrated with her and the front desk staff's service skills. I then requested the doctor, she said maybe a full sentence to me about what meds would be required. I paid the bill. No explanation of what the meds were for, how often, and when I should expect to bring Chula back. This was visit #1. I left with a bad taste in my mouth. After the meds were all done (there was signs of getting better) Chula was still sick, so I attempted to see the vet again. Again, customer service is not awesome, but maybe thats just my luck who knows. Im a pretty patient person (by default, I am patient since I own a chocolate lab, right?!). I checked Chula in and there was confusion amongst staff if I was dropping her off or sticking around (I was told it was a drop off)- so I leave to work and get a call 5 minutes later she is ready for pick up. I come back.....wait again. Chula comes out. I pay for my urine analysis and ask for a break down of my ($72) bill, which was kindly explained. The woman kindly tells me the doctor will call me once results are in...meanwhile from the next room over, the doctor semi peeps out to tell the girl (who then tells me) that my dog still has an issue. I then ask to speak with the doctor (because again this is visit #2), the nice lady can tell I am a bit frustrated, she goes to get the doctor for me, and tells me she cant see me and ill need to reschedule a visit. By many standards, I never send food back, I am polite with not polite folks...but this is my family member, and I could not tolerate that I was spending time and money at her business but she didnt make any time for me (or my dog I suppose). If I wasnt happy, in all likelihood my dog wasnt happy. I explained quietly to the lady that I Was disappointed that the doctor could not meet me or professionally introduce herself. Did I mention after she rang me up for services rendered she ( the kind office lady) told me there was a prescription Chula needed. If youre not going to talk to me atleast be organized. I have left to another vet and got a phone call from the doctor personally when Chula was ready for pick up and spent time with me explaining what was wrong with my dog and what steps were next. I have never written a long YELP review, but I guess since Im not a picky eater / or bad business experiences I dont have much to say, but when it comes to services rendered to my family- I have a bone to pick. Clearly some folks are happy here and that makes me happy knowing that(for both owner and pet), but for myself and Chula we will not be returning. *for the record the doctor did have her staff call to apologize to me and requested I set up time to speak with her. (I believe that what my 2 visits were for- these visits all took place between sept and october). Read Less