Davis Lake Animal Hospital

Love, Love LOVE Davis Lake Animal Hospital! They are so attentive to listen to the pet parent and also very affectionate with your pet. We have used them for both of our dogs for years. Highly recommend! Read Less

I had my doubts about this animal hospital after reading some of the reviews and arriving to it. It is definitely the smallest animal hospital I have ever been to, but the level of care and concern was superb! I could tell that Dr. Sam cared about my cat simply by the way he handled him. It is obvious that he and his team care deeply for their furry clients. Also, Dr. Sam did numerous things, like a small exam and nail clipping, that other larger animal hospitals have charged me for in the past without my consent to do them in the first place. If you’re looking for a caring veterinary team and to support a small, phenomenal animal hospital, this is the one for you! Will definitely be taking my other cat and my dog to this clinic. Read Less

Just called in and asked whether they perform progesterone testing. Employee who answered the phone was clueless as to what this was and just said no we don't. Then I asked if they offer reproductive services to which she also replied no. Either update your website if you no longer offer reproductive services, or train your staff properly. Totally clueless! Read Less

When moving, there are always a few professionals you hope to find that were as good as those you left: mechanic, dentist, veterinarian. I'll start off by saying that I relied heavily on the Google comments and ratings when I moved here in December, 17 for just about every choice I made. So, I write my reviews figuring I'm not the only one that does that. Jack, my 6-year-old Black Lab, is my companion and friend. He's had a rough early life, which included remova l of part of his bottom jaw because of cancer. Through it all, he's been stoic, gentle, and loving - as most labs are. So you can see why I want a good Dr. for him. After reading the reviews about Dr. Hanes and his 'old-school' approach versus the big-chain vets in the neighborhood, I took Jack to see him for some routine stuff. The staff and the Doc were fabulous. We've been back 3 times since, and Jack has a new Doctor. Hats off to Dr. Sam Hanes and the staff at Davis Lake! Read Less

We have been using Davis Lake Animal hospital for many years and for many pets. We have always been very happy with the care and service we have received. Over the years they have helped us with everything from a simple consult over the telephone, regular examinations, simple sickness, cancer diagnosis, and even euthanasia to a beloved pet. Dr Hanes and his staff are professional and kind and we are very happy to have them as our veterinary care. Read Less

Strictly for the fact that upon asking why they do not support raw-fed diets for my dog, they proceeded to say "Because that's just like humans eating raw meats". So, you're saying that that all dogs and their wolf predecessors had to cook their prey before eating? This is a red flag for a vet that just wants to make commission from selling a particular dog food -- dried dog food that has had all of the essential enzymatic nutrients cooked out, and uses filler from who knows where. I lost my lab in April, and I am convinced that it was because of the kibble. Only novice fools who know nothing about the most beneficial diet for a dog would go here -- must be why they're at the lake with the rich folks Read Less

I have had my animals cared for at Davis Lake Animal Hospital since 1998. Dr Sam and his staff are very caring and take the time to answer questions about the best care for your pet. I highly recommend this vet to anyone who loves their pet. Read Less

I have been taking my kitties to Davis Lake Animal Hospital for over 5 years and trust Dr Hanes and his staff to give them honest care at an affordable price. Dr Hanes has a compassion for your furry family and it comes across at every visit! I have never felt he recommended any treatment that wasn't necessary. I get reminders of their yearly care which is a great help in my busy world. My kitties are happy and healthy! Read Less

I've taken my pets in for checkups, vaccines, and nearing-the-end visits. Each time I have found Dr. Hanes compassionate and helpful. I like the fact it's just him and his small staff. Reminds me of the vet practice we used in my smaller hometown. His practice is popular, as you usually have to wait a few days for an appointment. Glad he's nearby and available. I'm usually in and out fairly quickly. Read Less

Dr. Sam and his staff are awesome. They are compassionate and treat our cats as if they were their own. Whenever Dr. Sam has had to put down one of our cats, we could tell it bothered him almost as much as it did us. There's no way we could have rescue cats like we have if Dr. Sam wasn't our vet. We thank God for him! Read Less

Excellent... As usual for them. They are a small place with people who are good at what they do. Our pup has had a few issues after we adopted him (skin, ears, heart worms, etc.) and they have been great to work with, reasonably priced, and helpful in every way. Read Less

My neighbor had recommended Davis Lake I Travel between here and PA. I needed a Vet that could coordinate with my out of State vet regarding meds for an older dog. I had waited until the last minute and was concerned the dog would miss some doses. Davis Lake took care of business professionally and immediately for which I thank them!! William Beattie Read Less

I absolutely love this place.  Nothing fancy here - but looks are deceiving.  Dr. Sam is an excellent veterinarian and he has reasonable prices.  I won't go anywhere else, even though I moved farther away I still take my dogs here.The staff are friendly and very accommodating.  The place is private - I rarely run into other people and other pets.  Nothing wrong with other people, I just prefer to get my dogs seen and not have any crazy puppy parties as they leave. Read Less

Davis Lake Animal Hospital has been taking care of my dog for 10+ years. Dr. Sam and the staff are always courteous, efficient and make our visits as seamless as possible. They take a personal interest in their furry patients AND owners, and demonstrate a high level of care and compassion each and every time we visit. I am an advocate of supporting local businesses in my community and they have earned my loyalty time and time again. Read Less

Awesome vet, awesome staff... wouldn't take my dog anywhere else. Definitely the best vet clinic I've been to in the Charlotte area. They are very thorough with you and truly care about your animal's wellbeing. Highly recommend!! Read Less

Dr. Sam is an amazing vet! He is accommodating to all of my first time puppy mom questions and always makes my baby Oliver and I feel so comfortable. I would definitely recommend this vetinarian to anyone! He is the best! Read Less

We have been taking our pets to Davis Lake for about 7 years. We love this place. The vet has always been wonderful with our cats and dog. He is gentle and caring. Our dog loves going there and is always happy to see him and his techs. The cats hate everyone but he was able to take care of them firmly and gently as well. He diagnosed a mites issue with my parents dog that their hometown vet in Florida totally missed.I always recommend this vet to our friends and family. Its easy to get an appointment and easy to get in and out. Its a bit farther drive since we moved but well worth it. Read Less

I have been coming to Davis Lakes Animal Hospital for 14 years. Dr Sam Hanes is the best in Charlotte, NC. I highly recommend this animal hospital for your pets needs. They do not over diagnose or over prescribe. I appreciate that so much. Prices are fair and reasonable. Their hours are amazing and convenient, more so than most places. Office is super clean, Today I had to put my cat Shadow to sleep. It was a hard decision. Mr/Mrs Hanes were very sensitive to my needs and made her comfortable. They both displayed care. Very professional and caring at same time. Read Less

I was introduced to Doc by a mutual friend and have been taking my cats to him ever since we met! No only is he one of the finest individuals that I have ever met, but he is the BEST VET that I have ever dealt with in my 55 years of life! Owning a pet who gets sick and is at the end of its life is very hard--Doc made my heart break more bearable with his kindness and care for my Boo Boo was second to none--ANY PERSON SHOULD BE SO LUCKY TO FIND A VET AND PERSON OF DOC'S CALIBER !! Read Less

Dr. Hanes is the best vet I have ever had care for my pets. He is caring, thoughtful, and patient. I never feel rushed when I have questions. I have been going to his practice for about 20 years. I recommend him to anyone. Read Less

I want to respond to the 1 star post that describes Dr. Sam as "coming off as not caring". I have been with this vet for more than 10 years, he has cared for 5 of my dogs, simple to series conditions, and even a cancer diagnosis. What seems to you as "not caring" is actually "not reactionary". In other words, if you are in a highly emotional state, he can lift you out of your frantic hole without jumping in there with you. This is actually the sign of a tremendously caring, controlled personality. He is a consumate professional. He listens and is there with a calm voice of reason even when your world is falling apart as you try to make end of life choices for your pet. He respects people and cares for animals. Read Less

You can trust the professionals at Davis Lake! They truly care about you and your pets. They are careful about appointments. They are always responsive and try to help first over the phone before suggesting you bring your pet in. I love the text appointment reminders, their appointment efficiency and their advice. You always get a personal touch and they get to know you and your pet so they are better able to understand if something is out of the ordinary. I wouldn't go anywhere else! Read Less

Always pleasant, never pushy and sensitive to our needs. Provides optional treatment recommendations and information for best care practices without pressure. Reasonable and competitive pricing. Small practice with a BIG heart! :) Read Less

I have been very happy with my experience here at Davis Lake Animal Hospital. The staff is great and the doctor is very knowledgeable and caring. The charges are less than my experience with other vets, which is very important to me. The office is very clean with a small, hometown feel. The doctor is always on schedule, so the wait is little to none. I love this place and now my daughter is bringing her pet here as well. I highly recommend this animal hospital! 5 STARS all the way! LB Read Less

Fantastic experience at this vet! The staff and vet are friendly.. cozy little place.. didn't try to charge me for things my dog didn't need. I took my dog in for a rabies shot and a check of her left leg and that's exactly what I got. Every other vet I've been to in the past has taken advantage of my concerns by running expensive tests and x-rays that ALWAYS came back negative/normal. This vet was super nice and didn't try to scare me or guilt trip me, which was so refreshing. Highly highly recommend! Read Less

Two tails up!  I took both my goldendoodles to this vet and they were super happy.I have very healthy dogs so I only go to the vet once a year to get vaccinations and re-up my heart-worm, flea, tick etc. medicine.The staff are very friendly, but the waiting area is boring.  If they had more magazines, tv, or free wifi that would make my wait more pleasant.  I am being picky and very hard to please but I gave this place an A-OK rating and if you want to get beyond that you really have to please me.The vet explained what he was doing through each stage of the process.  I am an OCD control freak when it comes to these dogs and I want to know what is going on.  I also want to educate myself as a pet owner.  These are my first two pets in my entire life and I want to be perfect for them.  This vet stands above others with how well he explains what he is doing and what I should be looking out for as a pet owner.The office is very clean but I haven't seen much of it.  Your puppies are looked at in a front area and if there is any additional need they go in the back.  I didn't go into the back because this was a husband and wife outing with two dogs.  I stayed with one dog while the vet saw the other dog with my spouse.The parking lot is plenty large but it is loose gravel.  Nothing inherently wrong with that but if you have mobility issues you may not like the uneven earth.No notable puddles the day I visited.  I look for puddles and poop because these are two things my dogs like to explore.  If you aren't paying attention they will gladly drink a fetid puddle as if it were a fine wine.  As for poop - they don't eat it, instead they like to roll their necks and shoulders on it as if it were Chanel.The grounds were clean and this is a must for me.  I understand some owners don't pickup after pets but I didn't notice any droppings around.The prices on medicine were very reasonable here - some places I have been are a bit cheaper but most places have been much more expensive.  Great job on not gouging us pet owners. Read Less

I have been going to Dr. Haynes for more then quite a few years now. I will say he is often a man of few words, but when he does talk its important. He's helped me out of several pinches and has been great with my dog, who isn't exactly a great patient. His prices are reasonable, his place is small, and this last time i went my dog couldn't walk due to Vestibula, he even came out to the car to check her out. I drive from Mount Holly now just to keep going there. Read Less

Dr. Sam Haynes left my parents' dog, Abbey, suffering in respiratory distress because of what he admits was a *non-emergency* ""family commitment"" -- one that took place in the middle of his scheduled office hours!! To defend himself, he kept saying, ""I'm just one person and I can't be here all the time,"" but surely you can be there DURING YOUR OFFICE HOURS. Abbey needed oxygen to stabilize her because she was suffering and couldn't breathe. Again, to defend himself, Dr. Haynes insisted that he doesn't ""even have an oxygen tank and couldn't have done anything."" Well, then why the crap are you our vet?! Answer: You're not anymore! Abbey was rushed to the emergency care center where she was lovingly and immediately stabilized and put to sleep by caring professionals. I'm sorry, but you don't leave for a NON-EMERGENCY ""family obligation"" DURING YOUR OFFICE HOURS while an animal in front of you suffers. (note: I'm VDR928's daughter, but I called to obtain more information about this incident and wanted to relay it here.) Read Less

I wish ""no stars"" was an option! Our 14-yr old poodle was a patient of Dr. Sam Haynes. This Saturday she had a severe attack with her Congestive Heart Failure. We rushed her to the vet (having called the night before, as she was not doing real well, to find they were open from 8-12 on that Saturday). Her breathing was suddenly irregular, her chest had audible crackles from across the room (her lungs had filled with fluid from a poorly pumping heart... I am an RN). Her mouth was open and her tongue was turning blue, but we made it to Davis Lake Animal Hospital and I told the receptionist that I thought it was time to put her to sleep. (her suffering was obvious and audible) and I was in tears. She said, ""I am sorry he can't see you. He has been trying to get out the door and this is his last patient."". (BTW it was 10:30 AM...well within office hours!) He takes off his lab coat and walks out... yellow shirt and all... right past our struggling 14-yr-old family member!! We were in shock, but had no time to argue. The receptionist said to take her to Carolina Veterinarian specialists in Huntersville. On the way, we phoned my daughter who gave us accurate directions. They met us at the door, rushed Abbey into an oxygen tent and made her comfortable. They did a full exam and let us chose whether to pursue TX or euthanize her. We said we thought it was time... the Dr said she absolutely agreed and thanked us for ""not letting her suffer"". She was brought to us (no longer gasping for air and putting her little paws out toward my husband (her ""daddy""). We held her, talked to her on a soft blanket, then she was given a sedative and anesthesia through an IV adaptor. She actually laid down and just went to sleep. As far as she knew, I think she thought we were done and she was coming home with Mommy & Daddy. I hope so, anyway. They put Abbey into a small ""coffin box"" securely fastened and gave her to us with a tiny heart drawn onto it and a compassionate ""I am so sorry"" attitude and told us to drive home carefully. (no doubt because they knew how much she meant to us and how distraught we were). I had been to Dr. Sam Haynes many times. He had given my dog too high of a dose of medication, once, which I told him about. He gave my daughter's dog a medication that small dogs were not supposed to have. (That is why she knew the directions for the other vet. place.) She now goes there. (Which I would give 10 stars to if possible.) I am very aware that Dr. Haynes might have had a real, severe, emergency. But not a word to us... Not.. ""I am heading here or there"" or ""I'm so sorry"".... just avoiding us and leaving! (Right in front of us!) I would not take a dog (pun intended) to Dr. Sam Haynes. Read Less