Pearl Animal Hospital

My dog had a skin infection. Dr Lord knew just by looking at him. She prescribed him the meds he needed. She didn't dink around and tell me he needed a bunch of unnecessary stuff like the last vet I took him to. The staff is super awesome, especially the front desk girl Andrea (she brought an amazing cup of coffee to calm my nerves while we waited). So professional and so nice! I'm glad I made the trek to this vet.Read Less

My pup and I are new to Portland and we visited Pearl Animal per a friend's recommendation, and it was by far the best vet experience we've ever had (and we've been to LOTS). Everyone took their time with my dog and me, and they were very thorough and accommodating with vaccines, tests, etc. Dr. Scott was extremely friendly, as was the technician Shawnese. The facility is stylish and clean, and located conveniently downtown. All in all, a great experience and highly recommended! Read Less

I adopted a rescue cat earlier this year, and my vet shortly after diagnosed late stage chronic kidney disease. Recently, I left my kid's soccer game to find my cat weak and disoriented and unable to see/hear. I stayed awake with her all night. After looking online in the morning, I found Pearl Animal Hospital since my vet, like a lot of others, doesn't have Sunday hours. The receptionists were super compassionate and welcomed me and my cat to the clinic as a walk-in appointment. The veterinarians and technicians were exceptional, and they expedient in getting an exam and stabilizing my cat. They determined that she had had a stroke. Although I's spent the better part of a year trying to give my poor rescue the best quality of life, I asked the team about deciding put my cat down. The doctor counseled me and left me with all information and time I needed to make a decision. After some discussion with family and prayer, I knew that it was time. The team at Pearl helped me along with the process, step-by-step. I am so grateful to the team for making my good-bye so comfortable, digniified, and the best possible one I could hope for. My heartfelt thanks to Pearl! Read Less

I'll start with the good. If you want a friendly environment when you visit (not necessarily when you call), and you'd like the office to be relatively pretty... they are good for that. Unfortunately, you don't pick a vet because you enjoy hanging out with them. I'm livid with this place. I took my puppy here twice, saw two different doctors - one did nothing for her eye problem and the other made it worse. They were patronizing and treated me like I'm an idiot when I called in concerned that their medication was making her eye visibly red and irritated. They were slow and rude to get back with me about this urgent problem. I ended up calling an old vet two states away for advice, and running her into an emergency vet before getting a call back. (I also asked a vet online for advice and none of these three other doctors thought the medication she prescribed was a good idea or that I should keep using it.) Dr. Lord was so certain that this medication was right for her, that she said if I brought her back in she could give a different form (ointment instead of drops) of the EXACT SAME MEDICATION. The eye exam and medication incident with them made the problem so much worse than it was and has added considerable cost and suffering for our poor puppy. Additionally, I never complained about price with them - not once, yet they spent way too much time justifying their costs to me... even though, I'd gladly pay three times what they charge IF IT ACTUALLY WORKED. I'm furious, however, that they charged me to mess up my puppy's eye. What kind of service is that? They really should be more of dog life coaches or something than actual medical "professionals." Their happy place is lecturing you on training and spaying when you're there for an actual problem. I've had the spay talk now about four times... I'll do it when we think best. Maybe you should fix real issues before they become emergencies. Read Less

I’m so happy to have found this lovely group open on Sunday for my ailing dog. Great experience and felt extremely comfortable with them handling my dog in the back. The offer for them to do what was needed in the exam room another bonus! Read Less

All the staff are incredible. As an animal parent you never expect anyone to love or even like your pet as much as you, but here they may love your animal more than you! Jack is amazing and SO great with dogs, actually beyond great, he took the time to give special attention to our nervous lab and got our four legged dude to fall in love with him and Jack even let our dog lick his face endlessly...:D I felt comforted by the front desk women who came around and got on the floor to greet our dog and others that came in. Seriously not your normal Vet and I'm so thankful we found this place! Dr. Nies is so knowledgeable and gives you all the time in the world to make sure you have everything you need, not to mention she wears Converse shoes and that is rad. She's amazing with animals too and their follow up is so great! Two emails with a report card on everything that happened at the apt and then another email to see how your animal is the next day! Dr. Nies even called to check in...they are all just kind and caring and we are lucky to live so close! Read Less

I brought my Australian Cattle Dog mix in for our first visit to Pearl Animal Hospital yesterday for an annual exam and a few vaccination updates. It was by far the best experience I've ever had at a veterinary clinic!Every employee seemed to genuinely engage with us to ensure our needs were met and that we both felt comfortable. My dog is friendly and well-behaved but can be anxious, and I was so pleased with how smoothly everything went. I'm sure they see a lot of the same things day to day, but the fact that they still took the time to individualize our experience and avoided making assumptions about what was best for us really stands out. I was permitted to stay in the room with my dog while vaccinations were administered, and that made such a huge difference in his level of comfort!Dr. Scott was very present as she answered all of my questions, extremely gentle while treating my dog, and thorough in making her recommendations. In addition to the standard physical exam, she was also highly observant about behavioral indicators, which gave me the impression that the clinic views pet well-being holistically. They also followed up with a pet health report card summarizing the visit, which I found super helpful.I would definitely recommend this clinic to any pet owner, and maybe especially to those who are prone to being sensitive or anxious! Read Less

We just brought our new golden retriever puppy to Pearl Animal Hospital and had a fantastic first visit. This is our 6th golden over 40 years and we have been to many vets over the years but none was as gracious and friendly as the Pearl. The front desk was welcoming, Alex, the technician, was very professional and Dr Scott, the Vet, spent an hour with us, explaining everything under the sun. They followed up on the initial tests with a great email in 24 hours and a report card, of course, noting how adorable Charlie is.An overall great vet hospitalDon Read Less

We previously went to rose city vet when we were living at south water front and they totally ripped us off. $400 for rabbis shot and some other exam and when we look into it it was just make up charges. Anyway when we moved to the pearl we were a bit intimidated by the nice and clean office of this place wondering if they would over charge like our last vet, but it's not, they are really clear and honest about all the charges, the front desk is super nice about scheduling and dr Anderson is just the best. She's the only usda certified vet in the area so that kinda tells it all. They even sent us a super cute greeting card. To everyone complaining about the fees, I assured u if u go to rose city vet it would only be worst. And they don't have personal touches and professional service there. Read Less

So the good vets at the pearl animal hospital as part of the bunny hope in the pearl are doing "surgery" on any stuffed dale or animal.   Watched them this am putting a bandage on a teddy bear. This is a Busness that is part of the community Read Less

So impressed!   First time here with my dog, I came because my regular vet could not get me in and I was very concerned about about a skin lesion on my dog.    The hospital fit me in, didn't charge the emergency visit rate in spite of my coming after 600, had obtained records from my regular vet, did a thorough exam including addressing other areas of concern, gave me options and pricing in a timely manner, and took care of the problem efficiently and updated me on how things were going with my very nervous dog.    In addition to great care, the clinic is clean, staff is very professional , and it's a relaxed atmosphere.  Thoroughly recommend Dr. Allison and her staff. Read Less

My 11 year old cat is my family, and I was so happy and comfortable taking her here. The staff was so nice and professional with a down to earth vibe that I loved. They took their time helping address my concerns with Mitty, and quickly gave me test results/news...like next day turnaround. Mitty and I couldn't be happier with this place and we found our new vetRead Less

I'm so torn on my feelings about this place. I love their infectious energy and obvious love for the animals they treat. But I often leave feeling like a bad pet owner because I can't afford extra tests or supplements for my animals. They generally provide you with a low and high cost of your visit. The low is the minimum you'll pay to get whatever necessary done on your animal. The high is additional things - more in depth tests, extra medicine, etc. I always end up going with the low - which is generally a few hundred dollars.If you have tons of cash to blow on your animals or don't easily feel guilt (unlike me) then you'll love this place. During my last visit for an annual heartworm/shots visit for my lab mix, I was presented with a higher option that included additional tests for my animal with the comment, "I'm pretty sure I know what you'll pick, but this extra test will tell you a lot more about your animal's health." Er....okay. Perhaps I look cheap. I dig their convenient location near my apartment, and hope I can keep my visits to them at the bare minimum annual, but I think in the future I may look for a different vet who won't try to upsell me on additional services if I have an abnormal visit for a health problem. I always leave feeling like a bad dog mom - and my two spoiled dogs, plus the dozens I've fostered in the past, would hopefully agree I'm not. Read Less

Everyone was so nice and helpful. We went in to get a certificate so my mother's dog could fly. And the vet went way above and beyond to tell us all things going on with the dog and what to look out for and explaining so much, as we were adopting the dog. I am amazed. Read Less

Super awesome people. I was in a massive time crunch and they came through. Everything was perfect and everyone was so kind and understanding. I don't know it's price compared to others, but whatever it is, it proved worth it.Read Less

I've never left a vet more confident my dogs were in good hands and getting the best treatment possible. All the doctors are top notch and so friendly. If you want the best in town this is your place. Read Less

I have been bringing my 3 cats and dogs to this clinic for over a year.  The vets are incredibly smart and thorough.  I have never had my animals have such a complete physical exam, including a rectal, ever in my life.  All the vets have explained the issues and options to me thoroughly with kindness and patience.  Fees have not been higher than other vet clinics with far less intensity of service.  Will never go back to any other clinic.  Drive to the Pearl from Lake Oswego totally worth the effort.  Highly recommend this clinic. Read Less

I'm a new dog owner, so take my opinion with a grain of salt.  I thought, initially, that the clinic was great!  Within a few days of my first ($600) appointment, I received a very lovely note about how happy they were to participate in my doggy's care--signed by the whole staff.  Then, it occurred to me what a "suck-up" thing that is to do. But, so what if they want to market themselves? It's competitive business, particular in the Pearl.  BUT, whenever I came in, the work was done by the vet tech, not the doc--om several occasions. And the tech was not certified, which is a huge deal; it means that they are skimping on personnel. So, when I went to see the groomer, she said that my little guy had "clogged" anal glands -- which is both common in Yorkies, easy to fix (she did it immediately) and had been causing pain to my dog.  The would-be tech didn't recognize it.  By that time, I'd spent $1300.  My take-home lesson was don't pay for expertise if it's not there. Read Less

Really an excellent team here. I called first thing on the day after the snowstorm, and they were able to fit me in ASAP. Fantastic care from the moment I walked in the door. Both the nurses and doctor were very kind and sweet to my cat, and did a thorough examination. I was given several options of care, with the pricing so I could make the best call for my cat and my budget. By far some of the best service I have ever received in my 20 + years as an animal owner. Read Less

At the start of a week-long vacation in Portland, our dog Lo suddenly started falling down and could not keep herself balanced. It was an hour before Pearl Animal Hospital closed, so we did not expect that they could fit us in. However, not only did they give us an appointment, they stayed late with no complaint to help her. Everyone in the office was kind, gentle, and very very clearly genuinely interested in figuring out what was happening to Lo and how to help. Dr. Lord did a thorough exam, tests, and clearly explained the diagnoses and likely prognosis for Lo. Our entire visit including running blood and urine tests was WAY less expensive than I anticipated, and not only did Dr. Lord call us to discuss results, but the office called several times during the week to check on Lo. Thankfully, my dog is doing much better, and while we hope to avoid more emergency vet trips, we know where to go while in Portland! Read Less

If you want the best for your pet, steer clear!  I originally took my dog in because she was behaving strangely after our cross -country move to Portland.  After the vet and vet tech told me she needed a blood panel test, full exam, and then sold me $110 worth of heart worm medication (a total of $350 for just a drop in visit), I was then told she needed a dire dental cleaning and tooth extraction, and that it should be done at once.  Being the concerned pet parent I am, I was eager to get it scheduled and did so on the spot.  I was quoted $1,900-$2,900 for the procedure, and was told that the $2,900 would be the top end of the cost.  Ok, sticker shock!  However, I knew it was needed for her health.  I notified them that my husband (who was not there for the examination) would be bringing her for the procedure as I was traveling for work.They instructed that we not feed her breakfast the day of the procedure, and to bring her in promptly at 8 am for surgery following that.  He dropped her off, and at that time they told him the procedure was to cost $2,300, right in line with the quote.  He also asked that they call as soon as the procedure was done.  When it was 3pm and he hadn't heard anything, he decided to call, and they hadn't even started her surgery.  She had gone almost 24 hours without food for no reason.  They assured us that they were about to start the surgery and they would let us know as soon as it would be complete.  Shortly after they hung up, they called my husband to say that the new cost was $3,300.  Absurd.  We ask that they not do the procedure and he then went to pick up our confused, hungry dog.  The vet behaved obliviously when my husband interacted with her, and there's no way you could get us to return.  Seriously.  Think twice about where you go for your pet's care.  i would not return.  If anyone had a great recommendation for a good, local vet that is interested in the health of my pet, please let me now - I'm in the market. Read Less

I cannot say enough good things about this clinic. Everyone was genuinely kind and welcoming. I felt guilty that I hadn't taken my indoor-only cat to the vet for a few years but Dr. Nies never made me feel like a bad pet owner for it. She took time to explain different recommendations for care and I didn't feel pressured into buying anything I didn't feel was necessary. They completed my cat's exam, vaccinations, blood and urine tests, and deworming treatment for much less than I was expecting to pay, and lab results were emailed to me the very next day! Plus vet tech Baker was incredibly sweet to my freaked-out cat. I'll be coming back for many years! Read Less

Not a fan. I did not have a positive experience at this hospital and do not recommend it. I had been looking for a practice to take my two cats to and because this hospital is close to where I live, it seemed like a good option. I found the staff to initially seem friendly but they did not explain charges or treatments to me as I would have liked. The staff was rude when I declined updating vaccines and that I did not agree with the doctor's opinion of indoor cat care. I found the cost of services (exam, vaccines, flea/tick medications) to be higher than other hospitals in the area. In my opinion, the poor client service I received at this hospital was not worth the money I ended up spending on the vet care. Read Less

The staff is super nice. The hospital is clean and top notch. They send a hand signed and personalized card after your first visit. They make you feel like family.... Family that wants money from you. This is just another bleed the client for whatever they can vet. If you have the cash to burn it's a great experience. If you want a straight forward doctor who won't jerk you around to get every penny they can then this probably isn't the place for you. Read Less

When I first moved to Portland, I was scarred we wouldn't find a good vet. I was so relieved to find the pearl animal hospital. They are great at reminding you for vaccinations, do great emails follow up and are always available for any questions. Vets are great, they care for animals and give you honest advices. they don't try to sell you services you don't need. We have a very fearful shiba Inus and they always managed his anxiety and we're always very professional. Read Less

Words cannot describe how great the people at The Pearl Animal Hospital and the hospital itself are. I think anybody that has ever taken their a pet there would tend to agree. If you are looking for a bunch of compassionate, loving, and honest people to care for your pet please without pause give these wonderful people a try. Read Less

I was in Portland the summer of 2014 (I live in Michigan) and my guide dog got an ear infection and was apparently sensitive/allergic to the normal ear meds and cleaner another vet had given her. We had to come to Pearl Animal Hospital 3 or 4 times over the course of about a month and each time, everyone was so kind, friendly, and helpful. And then I came back to Michigan and found a card from them welcoming me to the Pearl family and telling me how well-behaved my dog was! It definitely made me smile. I really wish I lived in Portland and could make them my primary vet! Read Less

We love PAH! Dr. Lord and the staff take excellent care of my bulldogs, who are very high maintenance. I appreciate the care that they take in coordinating their healthcare and dedication to my dogs health. Read Less

Dr Lorde gave my dog a great checkup, and she also performed an outpatient surgery. She has - by far - been the best vet we have ever dealt with: professional, thorough, informed and including us in the process (for example with frequent telephone updates through the day as our dog was having surgery). The rest of the staff are equally professional, informed and courteous. I highly recommend this clinic! Read Less

By far the most caring, gentle staff I have ever met. You will not regret taking your best friend to this animal hospital. They are the best, and Dr. Lord is who I worked with. She is very talented, and has a heart as big as the sun. Everyone I met was so kind, this the BEST vet office I have ever been to. :) Read Less

This was the first time my cat has been to any vet since he was neutered and I had my concerns as to how he would take the visit. Short story, it was excellent and my cat enjoyed it too. I met with Alison Lord and he asst. Shawnese. Both of them were able to handle and work with my cat without an issue, and my cat is not one to sit still for long. He had his shots and didn't even know it. So now I have a healthy cat and an awesome place with great staff to take said cat. Read Less

We had a wonderful first visit at the Pearl Animal Hospital this past week. The staff was friendly and professional and it was obvious that they really love animals--our dog was treated like a superstar! The techs and Dr. Lord were so sweet and incredibly thorough. Rather than putting our 50lb brute up on the table, they got down on the floor with her. They handled all the issues and questions we had, provided options for treatment, and even identified some swelling (possible allergies) that we were not aware of. I was also really impressed with how up-front they were about charges--we were given a printout with projected charges for the visit before it was completed, and were able to select which solutions wed like to opt for at the time. All in all, the cost was extremely reasonable for the care our dog was given. We know our pet is well-taken-care-of and would recommend Pearl Animal Hospital to anyone! Read Less

Kindest Vet and Staff EVER! I just moved to Portland and my sweet little cat, who had been sick for months, took a sudden turn for the worse. I hadn't yet found a vet and chose Pearl Animal Hospital because they were close by. The care and concern that the entire staff gave to my kitty and our family was unbelievable. I 100% recommend them. Read Less

Our kitty had sudden severe back pains and we searched for vet on a weekend morning. Pearl Animal was not the closest but the only one who could fit us in right away. When we arrived, they were super friendly and welcoming. A veterinarian assessed our kittty quickly, considering we were walk-in with no appt. The doctor discussed our treatment plan and options with a full discolsure on the costs (I am recently unemployed!) I felt like we had full choices in deciding the best care for our kitty. The treatment and follow up plan were explained in detail, and they called the next day to check up on. The premises are very clean, welcoming, and modern, and I feel much bettter here than at any human hospital. Altogether top notch service, staff, and hospital. Read Less

My kitty can be...quite behaviorally difficult at times, especially when it involves a trip to the vet. I have taken her to numerous different animal hospitals and only one has been able to work with and treat her. That animal hospital is Pearl Animal Hospital! I really don't know what I would do to provide my cat with the sub-q fluids, medicine, blood draws, and more that she needs to survive without the skilled technicians at this hospital! Matt is the cat guru. He works collaboratively with my cat and adjusts his method whenever she becomes extra difficult or less so. His flexibility, warm, genuine and comforting attitude, and collaborative technique works magic with my cat. Sarah and Emily are just as amazing as well!! Despite my kitty's severe aggressiveness, everyone who works at Pearl Animal Hospital never fail to spread the positive and loving energy to me and my kitty. Bottom line: they achieve the most effective results while ensuring the least amount of stress on my cat. I love Pearl Animal Hospital! :) Oh yes, and Dr. Anders, Dr. Lord, and Dr. Williams are the best veterinarians!! They do a great job of communicating my cat's condition in a way that I can understand, combined with empathy and sincere affection. Read Less

Enjoyed my experience at Pearl Animal Hospital! Dr. Anders and the staff were friendly and I felt they cared about me just as much as my dog. During the vaccination Matt was helpful to explain what different shot are for. It was nice to be in a clinic that was clean without smelling like a bleach bottle. It's fun too that the lobby has modern art of animals, goes nicely with being in the artsy Pearl District. I'll be going back! Read Less

My experience with the Pearl Animal Hospital has been one of a friendly, competent and professional staff. I've noticed that all clients get individual attention and care. The facility is inviting, always clean and fresh, and up to date. Professionals and staff participate in neighborhood events and donate their time to ""free clinics"". It is a small, personal veternarian hospital with top notch service. "" Read Less

Pearl Animal Hospital is an amazing veterinary experiance! I have been taking my 7 year old Lab mix Cooper to see Dr. Anders since the day it opened. The atmosphere is great, the staff is very welcoming and knowledgeable, and Dr. Anders practices amazing preventative medicine. Cooper even loves coming to the vet! Thank you Dr. Anders and the staff of Pearl Animal Hospital for all of your wonderful care of my puppy! Read Less

I only see five stars possible, but I'd give million stars to Pearl Animal Hospital if I could. I am certain that we will never go anywhere else as long as we live in Portland (or within 100 miles of Portland).The Dr.'s and staff are absolutely wonderful and truly care for our dog. They give him lots of personalized attention (and treats!), while sneaking in some thorough veterinary care. I just happened on a write-up of Dr. Anders in ""Explore the Pearl"" so I took my border collie there when he was sick. It turned out to be an infection. As soon as we came in, they put him at ease immediately - the gentle handling and comfy exam room kept him comfortable and relaxed. And they fixed him right up with some good medicine for a very reasonable price. After our first good experience, we decided to get a dental cleaning, which we'd been delaying for a while. Before the procedure Dr. Ander's gave us a detailed treatment plan (basically a price estimate) for me to sign off on. I knew the price having considered the procedure with other vet clinics, and they seemed very reasonable again. They needed to extract 2 decayed teeth, and they noticed some lesions during the procedure, and called to make sure we were OK with fixing up these teeth as well. After some questions and a thorough explanation, we told them to proceed. The final bill was well under the worst-case estimate and was definitely a very good value given the quality of care and time they spent on the procedure (yes I had them give me updates throughout the whole thing). Afterward, they showed us the before-and-after pictures, and it's no wonder the difference I see in our dog. If I had teeth like that, I'd be a bit less active, too. So thanks Pearl Animal Hospital for giving us our happy hyperactive puppy back again! Read Less

We greatly appreciated the wonderful care our dog Paco got from Pearl Animal Hospital -- we've dealt with many vets and this place has (by far) the most considerate and caring staff you can find! They went the extra mile with explaining what was going on and communicating on a regular basis to see how our old dog was doing and if there were any concerns we had about his health. They were also very considerate about relaying what was vital for our dog's health and what kinds of services were optional -- we never felt pressured into purchasing services we weren't comfortable with. Even when we had to make the difficult decision to put our dog to sleep, we were comforted and put at ease by the professional and considerate interactions with Dr. Anders and her staff. I was so pleased and impressed with the respect, compassion and grace that I encountered during a very difficult time for our family. I know that any other dog we get will be going to this vet. Dr. Anders' and her staff's professional expertise is easily accessible and they TRULY care for your animal's wellbeing. Your pet deserves the care you'll find at Pearl Animal Hospital. Read Less

We recently took our two dogs in for their annual exam, and I just have to say that I feel very lucky to have such a great veterinary clinic in Portland. We followed Dr. Anders from her previous clinic, and she is well worth the drive across town (and our vet bills have even gone down). Dr. Anders has been been caring for our dogs since they were puppies, and the wonderful staff at Pearl Animal Hospital treats our dogs with such great care. The personalized service really makes us feel like family, and we completely trust our dogs' health and well-being to this great clinic and we know that they have played a very important part in keeping our dogs happy and healthy. Read Less

Terrible vet, do NOT recommend! Okay, they have a nice office. But not worth the prices and, most importantly, the quality of care. I took my cat there for a simple teeth cleaning. It was ridiculously expensive (twice as much as other vets) and when my cat came back she was limping horribly on the leg which the IV was in. I expected the limp to go away after a few weeks, or even a couple months, but it did not. I took her back to the vet and told them that ever since the procedure her leg has been ruined. The vet was not at all apologetic and did not take responsibility. She suggested I pay for a bunch of expensive tests. The vet and staff's demeanor isn't very friendly, in fact they seem to guilt you into spending more money and taking your pet in to see them more often. Today I was at a local pet store, buying my cat glucosamine. It's over a year since her teeth cleaning procedure and her limp has never improved much. I told the pet shop owner what had happened and she said ""Oh yeah, I've heard terrible things about Pearl Vet! They are really over priced and I've heard quite a few complaints about the quality of care there!"" When this pet store first opened, they used to give out cards for Pearl Vet, but after hearing a lot of horror stories, they've pulled their cards and no longer recommend them. I'm sure Pearl Vet is fine for routine vaccinations, especially if you're rich. But I wouldn't trust them with any major procedure. It makes me sad to see my cat limping around and holding her paw up. Read Less

We recently flew to Thailand with our dog. The process for getting her pet visa was a little grueling. Our normal vet could not get one of the vaccines that was necessary. Courtney and her staff knew what was needed and got it right away. They even took the time to look up information to ensure we would have a smooth journey through customs with our dog. We are so pleased on how professional they are. They are a great team!!!! Read Less

I followed Dr. Anders from her previous clinic and was overall pretty happy with our experiences at the Pearl. The important word here is ""WAS."" The vet is knowledgeable and current on topics from pharmaceuticals to oral care. I was not thrilled that they are sponsored by Royal Canin and therefore advocate using their food exclusively. Have you read the ingredient labels? More chemicals than actual food. They are also extremely pricey for basic services and will add on products without disclosing if it is vital for the pet's health. Straight information without a guilt-inducing pitch would be nice. Also, the staff (excluding the doctor and the front desk) are condescending and talk with money signs in their eyes. I have been to the clinic for several visits, but this will be my last time. When I am there, I can ask how much their many add-ons will cost and try to weigh that against what I have read (because they will never be forthright). But when I dropped my dog off for dental cleaning, their add-ons were so much so that it doubled my already expensive estimate. Talk about bait and switch. Plus, these are services that other vets offer free of charge. Don't be fooled by the veneer. You're paying for infostructure, not for quality care. Read Less

Pearl Animal Hospital is, for lack of a better word, amazing. The second you step inside the clinic smells wonderful, weird for a vet clinic, right?! And the staff immediately greets you with a warm smile. The atmosphere could be a vet clinic or a local, chic Pearl bar. It's very clean and chicly but minimally decorated and has awesome artwork on the walls. As for your pet children, all of the staff immediately gravitates toward them. My dog, a daschund, is usually skiddish around strangers but she was immediately attracted to Dr. Anders and has always enjoyed seeing her...that's right, actually enjoyed seeing her doctor who pokes and prods her. Dr. Anders is 100% concerned with the welfare of your pet, not what goes in her pocket, and that is hard to find. Her willingness to put your pet first is evident with every decision she makes. The staff always remembers us both every time we come in and even remembers details about our lives. I can't say enough great things about this clinic and highly recommend you bring your loved little one here. Always convenient, available parking or walk if you live in Northwest or the Pearl. Just go see the folks at Pearl Animal Hospital! Read Less

Our dog gets so freaked out at the vet that we have found it to be a good litmus test of the clinic. We have been to clinics with her where they have been very understanding and compassionate towards her. And there have been clinics where they have tried to drag her down the hall by her leash. (No joke.) But they are so kind to her at raleigh hills vet... I cannot tell you. They rally around her and give her all kinds of love and support. She also got great medical treatment and the vet has personally called the house to check on her. I love this clinic! Read Less