I've been to Forest Lake Veterinary Hospital many times both for new puppy and stray kitty spays and neuters, but also for old dog sudden health issues. They're always responsive, kind, accommodating... Read More
I've been to Forest Lake Veterinary Hospital many times both for new puppy and stray kitty spays and neuters, but also for old dog sudden health issues. They're always responsive, kind, accommodating, and patient. In addition, they're low-stress and low-BS. They don't try to sell you anything. They're all about taking care of your pet, but doing it in a reasonable way that makes sense for you. They also trust you to be able to do things yourself to better your pet's health, and don't come off as control freaks with patronizing attitudes like so many other veterinarian offices do. I always feel great about my pet's health situations when I let them help me make decisions. The staff are consistently pleasant, and seem to be happy with their employer, which is refreshing. I have no complaints! (By the way, Rita wasn't there last time - I hope she was just on lunch break or on vacay!)Even my dogs like going there, because they're treated so kindly. They act like they're just going in to get petted by nice people. One is an extremely fearful older puppy mill rescue, and she doesn't fear them any more than she fears anyone else, which is saying something, being that she has some pretty severe issues, poor thing. They're very kind and calm and are really good with her. They must have a ton of experience dealing with difficult rescues. I noticed last time that they even matched their tone of voice to mine, which seems to comfort the dog. I don't think either dog has figured out it's a place they should fear, even though they get poked and prodded every time they're there. My big dog is nothing short of excited to go there, because she knows there's treats and attention waiting for her arrival. I should say that I live in Roseville and that it takes me half an hour to get to the vet, but their service, style, attention, and prices make up for the travel distance. :) Read Less