I love taking my cats here as I know they get special and thorough care. The staff are friendly and very caring. I appreciate that the doctors are mindful of my budget and only do necessary tests/walk me through all the options Read Less

I have been taking my two Maine Coons here for a couple of years, but we have never had any medical issues to deal with-yet, as they are fairly young.  Just shots and physicals.My daughter's older cat (13 y) had been suffering for a couple of years with severe constipation.  Constant pushing of medication, diet, enemas- all kinds of vet interventions.  This had gone on for at least two years. Her first vet, who the entire family had used over the years had treated him, but then he retired.  She then took him to a new general vet who treated him much the same.  It was getting so she had to take him in once a week for an enema even with daily meds at around $100 a visit.  The cat was going downhill fast at this point.It was at this time I told her to try a feline only vet.  I took him to A Cat Practice, they were great.  Dr. Levy spent a considerable amount of time listening to his story, examined him, did some blood work due to his age and recommended to stop all meds and a prescription diet.  Within a week she had a different cat.  It's been about two months and he has regained his spunk.  We were thinking it was the end of the line for him when I brought him in, but now who knows how long he has.  The best thing is he is comfortable.I would truly recommend this practice to any cat owner. Read Less

My kitty is really shy as not happy with me about going to the vet, but both the Vet and the Tech were very patient and attentive. Prices were reasonable. Glad to find a place that specializes in working with cats (many Vets are clearly catered towards dogs.) Great experience, will be back. Read Less

Dr. Warne is treating Cat Tigger for hyperthyroidism and kidney .  The techs, including Hector, are tender and responsive and attentive. I've  many cats under my charge;  I am most confident taking them to a practice dedicated exclusively to cats.  Another reviewer said lack of sympathy and professionalism due to unmonitored voice mail--most unfortunate and hope she can discuss with management.  Over 2 years, I've not experienced that, only dedication and help and welcome empathy.  Please note: I've only had medical treatments, no surgeries, so I cannot comment on surgical care. Read Less

This place is low tech and hit or miss depending on which vet you get. Prices are usually reasonable, but if they offer something ask about the price up front. The good vets seem to rotate out of this practice pretty quickly. Use them while you can!Wait times can be long, it is best to call in advance to schedule. I can't imagine that they would be good at handling emergencies, so don't even consider them for that. Read Less

THE WORSE! Lack of sympathy and professionalism! I brought my Cat here based on their positive reviews, BIG MISTAKE!  On Thanksgiving Day I had an emergency with my Pet, I called them and their voice mail didn't mention their offices being closed. Their website showed "open today" hours may differ due to Holiday.." I ended up taking my Cat to the Hospital. Today, (day after Thanksgiving) just called the office and spoke to office manager. I told her I had an emergency with my Cat and kept getting their voice mail and ended up taking our Pet to the Hospital and she remains in the Hospital.  Their first response was, "why would you call yesterday it was Thanksgiving"? My response was, "your voice mail and your website stated you were open". Then she proceeded to say, what Can I do for you? And proceeded to say she had other clients and would have to call me back later? WHAT? Did she miss the part where I said, I had an emergency with my Pet and that she remains in the Hospital?No sympathy from Front desk staff.  They proceeded to say they had other clients in the office and needed to call me back later.  No apology for it being their issue for not updating their website and voice mail and misleading their clients to belief they were open.  I left a message for the Doctor call me back, I yet have to receive a call back from them.  WOW, WOW! I am speechless! Read Less

THE WORSE! Lack of sympathy and professionalism! I brought my Cat here based on their positive reviews, big mistake! On Thanksgiving Day I had an emergency with my Pet, I called them and their voice mail didn’t mention their offices being closed. Their website showed “open today” hours may differ due to Holiday..” I ended up taking my Cat to the Hospital. Today, (day after Thanksgiving) just called the office and spoke to Amani Wilson (Office Manager). I told her I had an emergency with my Cat and kept getting their voice mail Inaslontold her ended up taking my Pet to Hospital and she remains in the Hospital. Her first response was, “why would you call yesterday it was Thanksgiving”? My response was, “your voice mail and your website stated you were open”. Then she proceeded to say, what Can I do for you? And proceeded to say she had other clients and would have to call me later? WHAT? Did she miss the part where I said, I had an emergency with my Pet and that she remains in the Hospital?No sympathy from Amani Wilson, I stress she was trying to take me off the phone? No apology for it being Thor fault for not updating their website and voice mail and mialeading thirr clients to belief they were open I left a message for the Doctor to call me back, yet to hear from the Doctor... .WOW! I am speechless! Read Less

I've been taking my cat here for two years now and have received fantastic service. Everyone is friendly and takes the time to explain things. It is clear that all of the employees love cats and they have always treated my cat with great care.Read Less

I was very disappointed with my experience at this vet practice. First of all when I went to make an appt. the receptionist said she would call me back in a few minutes. I waited 2 hours and never received a call back and when I called them again an answering machine came on saying they were closed for the day. They still didn't call me the next day even thought I left a message on their machine in which they told me they were too busy with appts to check. They also informed me that while one of my cat's was coming in for his physical they could also do his rabbies vaccine while he was there, as he was due. I got home and reviewed my receipt to find out that they forgot to give him his shot!! I also called in advance to ensure that they were ready to perform a specific procedure needed for my cat ahead of time for his visit and they stated they would be ready, and make a long story short I get there and it was not prepared and the vet knew nothing about it. They ended up only being able to complete a portion of the visit. Lots of incompetence at this practice. Not sure if I'm going to return. All those issues in 2 visits and expensive too! Read Less

I wasn't pleased with my last experience at this clinic and would recommend you take your pet to a veterinary emergency center, such as the Hope Center in Rockville, if your cat is experiencing a true emergency and you have the money for X-Rays and ultrasounds.  I'll first say that the people at the Practice, the techs especially, were friendly and caring and I didn't suffer a long waiting time on any of my visits.  However, during my last visit and the subsequent phone call neither vet was particularly communicative, and they provided virtually no information on possible diagnoses or treatment options.  I brought my cat over as she was clearly in distress, extremely vocal, eating very little,  sitting in one place for hours on end, and having difficulty walking.  She was old for a cat, about 16,  her hair had become very matted and she was not allowing me to brush it.  The vet and the tech tried getting her to walk to see if a leg or hip might be injured, unsuccessfully tried cleaning out the mats - the cat screamed throughout and wouldn't let them - and drew some blood.   I was rather surprised that they didn't take any X-Rays.  They apparently lack effective X-Ray equipment.   The vet didn't provide any info on possible diagnoses or prognoses and just seemed to disappear, leaving me with the techs.  I spent over $300, apparently for the tests, and was told I would get a call when the results came in.  I was given pain killing medication to administer in the meantime - five days worth.   A couple of days later, the other vet called me and told me that all her test results were within normal ranges, and she had no recommendations.  Finally, when I pressed her, she told me I could take her to the Hope Center for more sophisticated tests, and that the Cat Practice lacked ultrasound or other equipment.   Would you see a dentist who lacked X-Ray or other dental equipment needed to diagnose and treat your symptoms?  I asked if I could get more pain killing medication, and she told me they didn't normally prescribe more than five days worth.   A couple of days later, my cat had completely stopped eating, stopped moving, and was yowling in pain.  I took her to the Hope Center where she had an ultrasound and chest X-Rays,   I learned that she had nodules on her spleen, a mass on one of her ribs, and a mass around her lungs - almost surely cancer which had metastasized.   I was also, in contrast to what I was informed at the Cat Practice, told that her kidneys were not functioning well.  Given her clear distress and the lack of any likelihood that treatment would provide any meaningful relief or prolong her life, we decided to euthanize her.  It was a horrible experience that most pet owners go through at some time in their lives.  The lack of communication from the vets at the Cat Practice regarding possible diagnoses, tests or courses of treatment was not appreciated during this stressful period.  Again, the technicians at the Practice were friendly and attentive,  but the service, in my opinion, left a good deal to be desired. Read Less

So happy.  If you have a cat, save yourself the trip anywhere else and just come here.  After being a dedicated "dog person," for years, I fell in love with a squish faced kitten.  Never having been a kitten mom, I didn't really know what to expect.  I quickly realized I needed a new option after taking my new little grumpy looking cat baby to a regular vet and having a, "not so great" experience. I decided it would be better for both of us to look into a practice that specializes in Cats.  I could tell that most vet practices are geared towards dogs.  I had never noticed this before, being a dog only owner. Turns out this is actually true. Dr. Levy at a Cat Practice confirmed this.  She said it is only because most people just don't bring their cats to the vet because the cat hates it, or they assume cats are more self sufficient. I think cats are more cautious and need more time and understanding than dogs in a scary new place where they insert things into them.  The Dr. was the one who did everything.  She took his temp etc. She did an amazing job at distracting him.  He was happily eating some treats and barely noticed. The other vet I went to thought that our kitten was fine and didn't need meds. He was noticeably sick to Dr. Levy. I also felt like at the other place they were not very "cat conscious," if that is a thing.  Kitten ended up getting much worse and having a full on respiratory infection. After dropping 300$+ at the other place, and not getting a solution, I left a Cat Practice VERY HAPPY with 2 RXs, one antibiotic and anti-fungal.  This was for less than half of what I paid at the other place. Yay!  My kitten was purring and happy the whole time. He loved Dr. Levy.  I found Dr. Levy to be very knowledgable and have very good energy that my kitten could feel and responded too.  After one day on the antibiotic, my kitten was noticeably better. No more stuffy runny nose. I was so happy he was finally taken care of, and getting better.  I am also very excited that they understand kittens and especially my breed, the "squish faced" brachycephalic, exotic shorthair.  He can have issues with breathing going under general anesthesia for any operation so I am so glad that he will be getting neutered here at a Cat practice with Dr. Levy. (Also for an great price.)  They also offer a kitten starter package that includes all vaccines, spay neuter, etc.  I wish I had just come here from the beginning. Read Less

This is the very best place to bring your cat in the DMV area. They genuinely care about you and your cat, their rates are reasonable and fair, they tell you the truth about what is going on and how to best deal with it. Many vets seem like they are just in it for the fees; but you won't find that here. When I was going through some difficult health issues with my cat, one vet even gave me her home number to check in over Christmas. You don't see that kind of care and dedication these days. The women at the front desk are exceptional- they approach every interaction with care, understanding, compassion, and genuine interest. I'm so excited that I found A Cat Practice and I recommend it highly. It's the only place you should take your cat or cats! Seriously. Read Less

Not sure when things changed around here, but I'm lucky my cat's okay now.My cat was diagnosed by Dr. Levy as having fatty liver disease.  I have to agree with some other reviewers that she is very clinical and has few interpersonal skills, which is fine enough.  However, I was a little suspicious when I saw the two people before me both leave with IV fluid bags and the same medications for totally different cats.  I was initially turned off by the reception I received.  The guy up front was VERY impersonal and kept mumbling so I couldn't hear any of the questions he was asking.  They couldn't find my cat's paperwork from the previous practice ownership, and so they had to start fresh.The visit itself wasn't initially disconcerting, thinking at least I'd get some answers, but I really had to pry to get answers out of Dr. Levy.  She had this barrier up, and was only giving information in one-sentence responses.  She was sending me home with IV fluids, but the whole issue was that my cat was refusing to eat, which leads to and exacerbates fatty liver.  So when I asked how to get her to eat, she told me to continue force-feeding her with an oral syringe.  When I asked how much, she said whatever I'm feeding her right now.  I think she may have actually shrugged.  The Mumbler then came in and showed us how to give IV fluids, and right after telling us to elevate it so we don't get air bubbles in it, he didn't elevate it and was squeezing air bubbles into my cat.  He even said, "Oh, I guess I should elevate it."  He had also just finished his smoke break, so my cat smelled like cigarettes for hours.  That's not to mention the bruises on her arm from her blood work, which caused our new vet to ask, "Did you guys do this yourselves?  There's a lot of misses here."3 days of following Dr. Levy's instructions, my cat had lost 2 more pounds and could barely stand up or muster the energy to meow.  I decided to bring her to a different vet (with much better reviews: Go Yelp!), who treated her with a feeding tube, a feeding regimen, and NO fluids, which she said would've done nothing but keep her hydrated.  One week later, my cat is eating on her own.  Now, 3 weeks later, she's back to begging for food, and the feeding tube is long gone.I keep shuddering thinking about what would have happened if I had continued following these initial instructions.  In retrospect, my cat left with the same exact stuff the other cat owners left with, and the visit is clearer to me now as being not much help for $550.Maybe a new name, guys..."Practicing on Cats"?***Update in response to the owner comment***I actually did speak with Dr. Levy after her email about the blood work results and informed her that my cat was not eating any better.  The conversation was just as one-sided as the initial visit.  She advised that I continue the current course of treatment, despite her not eating.  Simply the fact that this conversation was dismissed and forgotten is in itself disconcerting.  I appreciate your response and your well-wishes for my cat, but I just can't quite put into words all the warning signs that were steering me away this practice.  This review is my best effort to do so. Read Less

I've been taking my cats to A Cat Practice for many years, and it's the best vet practice I've found in the DC metro area. Both vets, Dr. Levy and Dr. Puscheck, are smart, kind, and gentle with animals. They are both extremely knowledgable and are fantastic diagnosticians, and I know my cats are in good hands with either of them. I must also mention the super-efficient head vet tech Samantha, who is also smart, kind and gentle. There are two other vet techs, both whom I've met and who are extremely nice, but I'm really bad with names! Anyway, take your cat(s) here without hesitation and you can finally stop the search for a good vet in DC(ish)! Read Less

I just started using A Cat Practice for my 4 year old cat who's had serious digestive issues for years. We were taking her to another, closer vet in Wheaton, but I feel that clinic really traumatized her the last time she visited. They just weren't "cat-friendly". Decided to give A Cat Practice a shot and I'm very glad I did. The staff is friendly and VERY helpful, and the doctors are responsive and take the time to listen. The facilities are clean and comfortable and the prices are MUCH lower than my previous clinic, like half as much. Most importantly, my cat is better and much easier to live with. I'm very happy with A Cat Practice and recommend them highly. Read Less

First, I don't like vets who promote pet foods that are low in quality. And they do. They don't know anything about nutrition. They prescribed a pain killer and antibiotics for my cat's UTI. My cat didn't respond well to them at all. But not the vet's fault. Also I didn't like the general vibe there so I didn't go back. Read Less

This review is in response to Lee's two-star review... I had a totally different experience with the new ownership of the practice.  I also have been coming to this veterinarian for many years and my cat has been getting on in years and was very delicate condition. I found that the treatment of my cat as the patient (as well as me as the owner) was very warm and empathetic.  Pricewise, I didn't and haven't found that this clinic is any more or less pricey than any others in the area.  It's unfortunate that you had a negative perception of your last experience and are considering leaving as a result...but I think it's a real change for the better as Dr. Levy seems to really know her stuff and is willing to openly share her analytical knowledge with her clientele, that is the owners of her patients.  I guess that not everyone resonates well with every medical professional - it might be better that you go to somebody a little less clinically straightforward. Read Less

I have come to this vet off and on for the past 20 years. I finally just gave up and came back several times because it is convenient to where i live.  Who wants to spend half an hour in the car with a yowling cat going to a far-away vet practice?  I came back again after not being particularly happy with other vet practices in the area  and  what?? Another new owner of A Cat Practice?? This place has changed ownership several  times in the years i have been coming. I don't think i have ever had the same vet more than 2 times. Are these just contract vets and they come and go, or do they have a vested interest in knowing their patients  over the course of years? I am particularly unhappy with the current ownership.  I've been twice now (different cats) and i realize i should have been happy with the  previous owners/vets.  The current staff has never heard of a smile or a greeting.  I actually did a double-take the last time i was here thinking i must have come when they were closed since i got such nasty and  even disinterested looks when I walked in the door.  This last time i was there my kitty was sick (not just an annual exam) and they really seemed like they could have cared less. Ever hear of sympathy? I felt like I  was in the Twilight Zone of veterinary care. The 2 times i have been to this current ownership i asked for an estimate/price list before approving any care.  Both times it came to more money than i take home in a week (for routine sick care, nothing life-threatening), so i had to ask them to tell me which were the absolutely necessary treatments. Both times  the vet (Dr. Levy) became completely cold and nearly walked out of the room. I mean, the expression on her face actually changed!  Both times they wanted to do a full blood work-up which was nearly $200 and it turned out it was one of the items that was not really "absolutely necessary."  I am NOT going to give anyone a blank check! I asked my neighborhood cat sitter where most her clients go when the vet is necessary.  A Cat Practice was way down the list.  I'll be trying the vet which she said 70% of her clients use. Read Less

I've never had a pet before and the first one I got was a feral cat given to me by a co worker. For weeks this cat hated me and everyone around her. She would hide and only come out to eat. I had her for 3 months and never got to touch her. She got fleas so I finally had to catch her and take her to the vet. They were so professional with her at A Cat Practice. They gave me somewhat of a vitamin to calm her down as well as Revolution serum for her fleas. I was unable to get the cat to let me put her flea medicine on by myself. So I called A Cat Practice and they had no problem doing it for me the next day! Not only did they give her the medicine, they gave me some sample wipes to help calm her down and even clipped her nails! The best part was that after having this cat for 3 months with no kind of interaction, they were able to hold her and so can I! I will definitely be going to them for all my vet needs! Read Less

We have had a very good experience with A Cat Practice and whomever said that Silver Spring Animal Hospital was more affordable must be living on another planet. Just checked their rates - at SSH it's $400 for an exam and shots for two cats - ACP is just over $200 and a much nicer facility. The vets are both good. Read Less

This was our first trip to A Cat Practice and I was quite impressed. We were greeted by a very friendly staff as soon as we walked in. The paperwork was very straightforward and uncomplicated. Our veterinary assistant (possibly nurse? I didn't ask) was a sweet and personable man who seemed to really love his job.Dr. Levy really was fantastic at handling our shy cat. Moon (our cat) is usually scared of everything and runs from new people but he seemed to calm down quickly in Dr. Levy's care and didn't even flinch during his shots. She gave us many choices when it came to solving his medical problem and explained each thoroughly. She didn't try to push us toward any particular treatment, only gave an honest medical opinion.We left with a solution that fits our lifestyle and preferences, lots of good information, and a cat that didn't cry once on the way home. We will most definitely be going back to see Dr. Levy! Read Less

I've been a few times in the past year, treating 3 different cats. In all honesty, we took our pets here because it was for cats only and they were conveniently located. I've had really fabulous vets in the past and know what to expect. They were ok. This past weekend, though, has left such a bad taste in my mouth I'm now searching for a new vet. Our cat was already on one medication and was prescribed a different medication to treat one of the side effects she was having from the first medication. It did treat the side effect, but it also caused the cat to become so terrifyingly sick that we had to bring her to an emergency vet for the weekend. Poison control had to be consulted numerous times before we were told they felt it was ok for us to bring the cat home. When we googled the two medications, the first result lists the dangers of combining the two drugs. Medications can be unpredictable. We understand that, but when your cat almost dies, you have to step back and think to yourself if convenience is really that important when it comes to your pet's lives. Read Less

I've been a few times in the past year, treating 3 different cats. In all honesty, we took our pets here because it was for cats only and they were conveniently located. I've had really fabulous vets in the past and know what to expect. They were ok. This past weekend, though, has left such a bad taste in my mouth I'm now searching for a new vet. Our cat was already on one medication and was prescribed a different medication to treat one of the side effects she was having from the first medication. It did treat the side effect, but it also caused the cat to become so terrifyingly sick that we had to bring her to an emergency vet for the weekend. Poison control had to be consulted numerous times before we were told they felt it was ok for us to bring the cat home. When we googled the two medications, the first result lists the dangers of combining the two drugs. Medications can be unpredictable. We understand that, but when your cat almost dies, you have to step back and think to yourself if convenience is really that important when it comes to your pet's lives. Read Less

I've taken my cats here for about 5-6 years. I never wait when I get there. I'm always ushered right into the exam room. My cats aren't nearly as stressed because it's a cat only practice, and most of the vets I've seen there have been very kind and knowledgeable. I will say that the girls at the front desk are kind of a crapshoot. Sometimes they are very friendly and sometimes quite the opposite, but that's not the unimportant thing to me. I do think they are a bit pricey, but again, my cats don't get overly stressed there so it's worth the couple extra bucks. I am really glad I found them and will take my three cats here for as long as I live in SS. Read Less

Lived in Silver Spring since June of 2013. We've had to come here for two separate instances, once with each cat. Back in June '13, we had to take our cat over a day after moving here due to a UTI. He was constantly cleaning his private area, sitting in a crouched position, peeing blood, etc. We took him to A Cat Practice and within 24 hours, he was acting fine again. They gave us the necessary meds and were very kind.The most recent incident was more serious. What we thought was a UTI again in our other cat (he was acting the same symptom-wise as the other cat did back in June '13) turned out to be that he was completely blocked due to "crystals" in his urethra. We ultimately had to transfer him to an Animal Hospital in Laurel. We all knew that we were staring down at an oncoming $1-$2K bill when all would be said and done, so A Cat Practice did everything possible to help us out with the BS nickle and dime charges that a hospital would charge you. They set him the catheter, meds, food, etc. with our cat to be sent to the hospital -- to minimize the charges the hospital would have charged us for (which would have been doubled). Both cats are now fine but our cat that had the crystals now has to be on a prescription wet food diet that can only be purchased at A Cat Practice. My first time back there since our cat came home, they knew which cat I was talking about, who he was, etc. without even looking anything up. I didn't feel like a statistic customer when I was there. I felt like they genuinely gave a crap about my cat. Based off these two exhausting and scary experiences we've had with our fur babies, we completely trust A Cat Practice and when the time comes, we will be back there again searching for their help.One criticism is the awful hours. A few days a week they close at 2pm and they aren't even open on Sundays. Read Less

I have had excellent experiences at A Cat Practice with 4 different cats that I have taken there.Most notably, with my very senior cat, the staff were very helpful in helping me weigh treatment options and monitoring his health over time and when it came time to euthanize him, the veterinarian was extremely kind and thoughful and took the time to discuss the decision with my children so that they could understand why it was the best choice. They made a difficult process happen as peacefully as possible and I truly appreciate it.They have been flexible with walk-in appointments and I have never felt pressured to commit to uneccessary products or procedures. They are thorough and take the time to talk to us, but also efficient. Read Less

Its a different place from the bad reviews A Cat Practice received on Google 5-6 years ago. The facility is not a super fancy or modern, but its clean and well kept. Also, it has plenty of parking out front, and they have a side entrance for those who can't/don't want to use the front door's steps. - Their front office staff and vet techs are great, super friendly and professional. They also handle you calling them for advice all the time very well, and they're good at getting the docs advice when needed; which saves you needless trips to vet, for minor cat health issues. The 2 veterinarians at A Cat Practice are both very professional, discuss treatment options/costs with you up front, and love cats, it shows! I've never been to Sliver Springs Hospital, but I can tell you A Cat Practice is more affordable than Friendship Hospital. The main reason I keep coming back to A Cat Practice is because they only do cats. So, without all of the dogs, A Cat Practice is not hostile waiting room environment for cats, like Friendship Hospital's facility. For emergencies, esp. for 24 hr services, I do recommend Friendship Hospital, but for your everyday vet, A Cat Practice is a must go to for any cat lover. Read Less

I've been very happy with this vet. We transferred our cats' care here after moving, and   have had consistently good experiences. Both cats were old and had existing health problems, and care has been great. Dr. Dearie has been very helpful and compassionate, and everyone was kind when the time came to say goodbye to our 18 1/2 year old girl. The only drawback is that it's expensive, but I think that's probably the case with most vets these days, especially around here. Read Less

I've been going to A Cat Practice for several years now.  It's important to us to take our cats to a feline-only clinic because of how much it reduces their stress. The vets, practice manager and vet techs are terrific - responsive, thorough, and communicative. They remember our cats and seem to genuinely care about them.  Each visit they give us an estimate of the bill before they do any tests or procedures, so we don't suffer sticker shock at the end of a visit. Plus, they carry a variety of prescription and kidney-friendly foods. It can take a while to develop trusting relationships with care providers, but A Cat Practice has earned our respect - and gratitude.  We wouldn't take our cats anywhere else. Read Less

I've only been here once so far, but was very pleasantly surprised. This is what a vet's practice and is everything that I did not experience at other practices (are you listening Banfield?).The vet was excellent. She was very knowledgable and clearly cares about the animals and is passionate about what she does. She also takes the time to explain the important things and doesn't push unnecessary  procedures (refer to 'caring about the animal').I didn't know what to expect but will definitely be going here from now on.Only slight downside was that it was a little tricky to find, and their neighbours (i'm assuming a seminary) have build some very odd faux french style buildings. And a Japanese one. Read Less

I'd never take my cats here again. I can't take that risk. I would give 5 stars for the vet techs though (or at least one of them). However, the vet was completely inexperienced (female). She had to call other vets for advice. She had to look on the internet. She gave me three choices, not based on her experience, but whomever she talked with:1. take your pet to VCA, she called them in advance and wanted my cat to stay there. She got advice from them.2. Do blood work (but it is purely for academic reasons at this point) and we can give your kitty some fluids. (yes, she said that)3. Euthanize your cat (yes, she said it like that)She was very matter of fact, and very rushed, quickly listing off these three options. She checked my kitty, said she couldn't tell what was wrong, checked the x-ray, didn't see anything abnormal. I asked for option 2, but I didn't do the blood work.I immediately followed up with my long time vet that lives 30 miles away and had to wait another day to take my kitty in.  My other vet touched my kitty's stomach and within seconds told me that he felt a mass. He saw the same x-ray as she did, and said yep. There is is right there. And, all this after two vet's in Montg.Co did not see or feel the same thing. Bottom line: I wouldn't go here because you'll end up going somewhere else, spending more because of numerous visits and especially if there is something wrong that your kitty, you can't trust it. (at least, with the vet that I saw) Read Less

I just got my cat's teeth cleaned here today. When I went to drop her off, the women at the front desk were very friendly and gave me the relevant information about the cleaning process. I'm not sure what is standard for cat anesthesia during teeth cleaning, but I do know they used an inhaled anesthetic, rather than an injected variety because it is better for cats. Since my cat is eight years old, she needed t have a blood test prior to the cleaning to confirm anesthesia would be OK (apparently this is standard-- I called a few vets and was told my cat would need this test because of her age).  The total bill for the anesthesia, blood work, exam, cleaning, and fluoride treatment was $350. That did feel like a lot of money to spend. I don't really even spend that much on my own dental. However, this place is the cheapest in the area. Other places I called gave estimates like $430... So, all in all the price was right compared to other places.They actually removed a few little fur clumps that my persian had under her armpits while she was there, which was nice cause she hates it when I try to remove them...One other thing to note about the reviewer below who mentioned her cat having eye issues-- my cat had similar eye problems when I first got her and I had to take her to a veterinary ophthalmologist. The ophthalmologist actually gave me a cone for my cat to wear while her eye healed, so I think that is standard practice for cat eye issues. One final note-- I got a rabies vaccine for her while I was there, which was $31. I think that is pretty standard, but will probably get my cat vaccinated at the Washington Animal Rescue League in the future because they have a cat rabies clinic on Wednesdays that charges $15 for shots. Read Less

This place is AWFUL!My cat (Kitto) had an eye goo problem.  I figured it was allergies or something- so to make her more comfortable, I brought her to the vet.  When I got there the vet told me Kitto needed these test to make sure that the eye was  not injured.  She did the tests, along with the exam.  She then told me she could not see anything wrong with Kitto.  She handed me some cream for a bacterial infection.  Keep in mind this visit cost me $$$$200$$$!! I returned home with my cat.  Two days later, my cats eye was RED and INFLAMED!  I figured she had a reaction to the medicine.  I went BACK to the lady.  SHE DID THE TEST AGAIN!!!  She told me AGAIN nothing was wrong with KITTOS EYE and that I needed to bring her to a specialist.  She SUPPOSEDLY gave me  a DIFFERENT medication for kittos eye.  SHE CHARGED ME FOR ANOTHER EXAM ($$137$$!!!!).  This time she gave me a cone for my cats head so that she would not try and clean or supposedly aggravate the eye more.I did bring her to another vet.  THE VET TOLD ME SHE HAD HERPES.  A COMMON EYE ISSUE IN CATS.  The vet was very shocked that the CAT PRACTICE vet, FOCUSING on cats, did not catch it.  She also saw the CONE that the Cat Practice gave me and told me STERNLY that CATS DO NOT USE CONES FOR EYE PROBLEMS BECAUSE IT CAUSES STRESS- MAKING THE PROBLEM WORSE!!!The new vet also told me that the  THE CAT Practice gave Kitto the SAME MEDICINE TWICE AND LIED ABOUT IT!!   THIS IS AFTER I TOLD THEM I THOUGHT SHE HAD A REACTION TO THE MEDICINE! The PRINT OUT FROM the vet said NO STEROID.  The New vet pointed out that there was NO DIFFERENCE IN THE BOTTLES!!!!!!!DO NOT BRING YOUR CAT HERE!! I WASTED BIG TIME MONEY!! THIS PLACE IS A SCAM! Read Less

The vet was rough with my cat and not warm or caring. She really didn't seem to have a way with animals. Strange. Half of the admin staff was cold and rude. Two were very kind and helpful. They were expensive and I found another vet who gave me more treatment options to choose from and seemed far more knowledgeable. Silver Spring Animal Hospital was soooo much better and more affordable too. Read Less