I have been coming to this clinic for 15 years!....almost as long as I've lived in Salem. I tried a couple other clinics because the initial concept of this one seemed to focus on being cheap and acce... Read More
I have been coming to this clinic for 15 years!....almost as long as I've lived in Salem. I tried a couple other clinics because the initial concept of this one seemed to focus on being cheap and accessible, therefore I equated it with poor quality. I was completely wrong on the last part.All of the doctors who work here are equally affable, knowledgeable, and compassionate. I no longer try to insist on getting the owner, Arthur Mills but look forward to seeing Drs. Julie Rowley and Amber Talley, and have never been disappointed by any other doctor, even a "visiting" one.I have taken cats and rats there and been with friends taking dogs and birds there. Whether you are the type of person to spend every last dime on your pet or only doing the minimum, the vets (and the techs) here will give you the information and the time you need. I have never felt they were rushed to get to the next person but had all their focus on me and mine.You can always call just before you are leaving and see if anyone is in the waiting room at that time, but the basic principle is that it can change at any moment, since you don't make appointments.... it's all on a "first come, first served" basis. Even if there is a wait, the other folks in the waiting room are generally friendly, sharing stories about their pets, letting kids come and see the other pets, reading a book, watching the tv, etc.They definitely are one of the most affordable places around. That, combined with some of the best pet care around, makes them my "go to" place for my animals. Read Less