I love this vet! She loves my pet and is very good at addressing my concerns!
Simon Metals
29 May 2018
REPORT
1/4/18 took my 7yr standard poodle (who is with me 24/7) in to have a small tooth extracted. Picked him up later that day as instructed and he couldn't use his back leg. He was walking 4-6 miles a d... Read More
1/4/18 took my 7yr standard poodle (who is with me 24/7) in to have a small tooth extracted. Picked him up later that day as instructed and he couldn't use his back leg. He was walking 4-6 miles a day with me before and was even a runner. He now has a full harness and I have to help him walk and use stairs. He can't walk around the block or hold himself up to go to the bathroom. I tried acupuncture, cold laser, saw a neurologist, and finally went to OSU for an MRI. In the meantime meds have a mess for him so I have had many weeks cooking for him, not to mention vomiting at home/work/car and diarrhea.
Over $5,000 into this since then and I just called another vet to schedule him to be put down at my home because this is no life. No one could offer any diagnosis or help, just guesswork, unless getting an MRI.
By deduction, according to OSU, it was an FCE (aka stroke) likely from the surgery since it was immediately the day of. Now, my dog recovered fully from bloat and had a gastropexy in Dec 2014 because I knew of it and the signs. I had never heard of FCE. My advice is to read about it, stay with your dogs 100% of the time in clinic front or back, and get to know if your vet has insurance. Read Less
Hannah Amelia
2 May 2018
REPORT
Dr Ivy has been nothing but wonderful. Candy while at first very straight forward has the biggest heart. April takes her time to get to know you and your pets name and remembers them. I have an epilep... Read More
Dr Ivy has been nothing but wonderful. Candy while at first very straight forward has the biggest heart. April takes her time to get to know you and your pets name and remembers them. I have an epileptic Aussie and Dr Ivy told me 3 options for treatment what the pros and cons and never made me feel like I was alone. Rven now after every big seizure he has when I call they are very compassionate. All 4 of my animals go there and when I moved I make the longer drive to see her. All of the staff, especially Dr Ivy, have their quirks and you always leave with a smile. Best vet I have ever been to. Read Less
Gayla Williams
19 Apr 2018
REPORT
The best love the atmosphere and friendly staff...
Susanne
27 Feb 2018
REPORT
Dr. Engstrom and her staff took really good care of our cat when she needed dental work. They were also much more reasonably priced than some other clinics.
Sheri Hart
24 Feb 2018
REPORT
Miss Ivy is the best Vet ever. I will take my animals no where else.
Shane Flaherty
28 Sep 2017
REPORT
The nicest people you will ever meet we did not any problems with are animals but after a delivery down the road where truck drivers are truck broke down on the road in front of the animal clinic a la... Read More
The nicest people you will ever meet we did not any problems with are animals but after a delivery down the road where truck drivers are truck broke down on the road in front of the animal clinic a lady approached are truck and ask if we would like a cup of coffee we said we where waiting for the tow truck driver and could not leave the truck and 15 minutes later the 2 lady's knocked on the truck with 2 cups of coffee a bag of sugar and creamer and the best cookies awsome thank you very much the world would be a much better place if everyone was as nice as you..have a blessed day god,bless you Read Less
Melissa Cowin
19 May 2017
REPORT
Best vet ever! They actually care!
Bill Graak
8 Apr 2017
REPORT
Dr. Ivy Engstrom and her staff are all delightful. They go the extra mile for you and your pet. Dr. Engstom is excellent at explaining things so you can understand. They are all very caring, gentle an... Read More
Dr. Ivy Engstrom and her staff are all delightful. They go the extra mile for you and your pet. Dr. Engstom is excellent at explaining things so you can understand. They are all very caring, gentle and compassionate with your animals. They are excellent at follow-up. They also care about how you are feeling and handling whatever situation is going on with your pet, whether you are there for a good reason or a bad situation. Read Less
Lori Britton
20 Mar 2017
REPORT
Dr Ivy is a great vet. She is down to earth and is not out to over charge. I like her sensible no nonsense approach to care. They also offer cold laser thearapy. I had a 13 year old dog and have anot... Read More
Dr Ivy is a great vet. She is down to earth and is not out to over charge. I like her sensible no nonsense approach to care. They also offer cold laser thearapy. I had a 13 year old dog and have another 13 year old dog and have had this done for both. Boy does it help arthritis and joint discomfort. Read Less
William M Lutgen
13 Jan 2017
REPORT
Dr. Ivy and her whole staff are awesome. We see the care and love they show our pets. Ilive over 20 miles away and would never trust anyone but this staff with the love I have for my dogs so thankyou ... Read More
Dr. Ivy and her whole staff are awesome. We see the care and love they show our pets. Ilive over 20 miles away and would never trust anyone but this staff with the love I have for my dogs so thankyou for excellent care. Bow wow from Rosie and Reese Read Less
Bryan Denman
3 Nov 2016
REPORT
Friendly, knowledgeable and well priced. I have been taking my pets here for almost ten years now.
Michael Forney
29 Aug 2016
REPORT
Dr. Ivy and staff and very good with and care about their "patients". A very good place to bring your 4 legged family members.
Ryan R
19 Jun 2016
REPORT
My favorite vet over the past 20 years. I will drive for many miles to visit here first. You'll find a healthy attitude to animal care here, and very reasonable prices.
tsal good
21 Jan 2016
REPORT
I've been bringing my gang to Dr. Engstrom for a while now and have been mostly happy overall. Dr. Ivy is a very good vet and I feel fortunate she's so close by. But this review isn't without complain... Read More
I've been bringing my gang to Dr. Engstrom for a while now and have been mostly happy overall. Dr. Ivy is a very good vet and I feel fortunate she's so close by. But this review isn't without complaint, as I've noted a few things that could be improved here...and quite possibly things the Doc is completely unaware of.
Returning phone calls. Oh man, these guys are awful at this. One of my pets recently received a diagnosis for a chronic condition. So a few weeks back, I called after hours on a Friday and left a message inquiring whether the vet would like to see him the following week. No phone call came Saturday, despite them being open a half day and nothing the following week either.
Same thing happened again the other day when I left a message. By the middle of the next day, I still hadn't heard back regarding a question. When I called back to check to make another inquiry, there was zero acknowledgement they'd received the message, but they had an answer ready for me. Not very professional.
The support staff (receptionist and a couple of techs) seem fairly dispassionate about their jobs, something I don't particularly enjoy seeing in a healthcare environment. Initially thought it was just a matter of an off day...but after coming here for a few years it's evidently more of the norm. C'mon, folks. Fake a little enthusiasm! Put yourselves in your clients shoes and try seeing things from their vantage point.. imagine how you'd like to be greeted when you go to your doctor's office. Those annoyances aside- overall, a nice little clinic in the valley with a casual vibe and good care for your furry friends.
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Ashley Ann Thordarson
7 Feb 2015
REPORT
Dr ivy is amazing my pets have been going to her since i was 3 I'm 22 now she took care of my first cat when i was 3 then when i was 14 and got my first dog she helped me learn how to take care of her... Read More
Dr ivy is amazing my pets have been going to her since i was 3 I'm 22 now she took care of my first cat when i was 3 then when i was 14 and got my first dog she helped me learn how to take care of her I'm also a dogsitter now when clients say they are in between vets i always recommend her Read Less
Judi Ostrowski
28 Mar 2014
REPORT
Dr. Ivy Engstrom is an amazing Vet Doc.!!!!
I took all my animals to her when I lived in WA State (Lord how I miss being there!)
I have lived in Colorado for the last 7 years. Never have I found a vet... Read More
Dr. Ivy Engstrom is an amazing Vet Doc.!!!!
I took all my animals to her when I lived in WA State (Lord how I miss being there!)
I have lived in Colorado for the last 7 years. Never have I found a vet with the compassion she does. & years later I still call her to verify what the docs do/recomend here. Every time I talk to her she gives me advice on how exactly to take care of the animal in question which is 100 x's what the vets here do/say. She never treats me like I can't, and only she can...(like the vets here) She treats me like an equal and helps me take care of my four legged children, as financially and economically as possible.
15,000,000 thumbs up. Amazing woman! Completely blessed God led me to A Valley Animal Hospital and Dr. Engstrom Read Less
Jennifer Fletcher
12 Sep 2013
REPORT
We take all 3 cats to Dr Ivy although we have moved out of the area. Clinic staff are friendly and knowledgable. One of our cats had major surgery, removing a large tumor. Staff were great about addre... Read More
We take all 3 cats to Dr Ivy although we have moved out of the area. Clinic staff are friendly and knowledgable. One of our cats had major surgery, removing a large tumor. Staff were great about addressing my concerns and (frequent) calls. Read Less
Tang Cheam
20 Aug 2013
REPORT
We only will take our animals to see Dr. Ivy. Her down to earth approach will help any pet owner feel like their loved ones are in good hands. We had gone to see 3 other vets in the area, and found ... Read More
We only will take our animals to see Dr. Ivy. Her down to earth approach will help any pet owner feel like their loved ones are in good hands. We had gone to see 3 other vets in the area, and found that pricing and services from A Valley Animal Hospital is unmatched. Her staff are all wonderful and informed too! Read Less
jensuth
3 Dec 2010
REPORT
I normally don't feel compelled to write reviews online, but received such excellent service and had a great experience with A Valley Animal Hospital that I wanted to let other pet lovers know about t... Read More
I normally don't feel compelled to write reviews online, but received such excellent service and had a great experience with A Valley Animal Hospital that I wanted to let other pet lovers know about them. The Dr is top notch. Courteous, professional, knowledgeable and caring. Within moments of entering the office I felt right at home and was immediately put at ease by the cheery disposition of the vet tech who greeted me and my dogs from behind the reception desk. Her staff is lovely and super helpful. Kudos on running such a great office. Well worth the drive from Seattle to Auburn. Read Less
Sam Stratton
18 Sep 2009
REPORT
Dr. Ivy is a great vet, she has treated our family pets for years. She communicates with common language answers to complex issues, the educates the owner in care and she knows exactly how to treat yo... Read More
Dr. Ivy is a great vet, she has treated our family pets for years. She communicates with common language answers to complex issues, the educates the owner in care and she knows exactly how to treat your pet - with professionalism, experience and compassion.Read Less
I love this vet! She loves my pet and is very good at addressing my concerns!
Simon Metals
29 May 2018
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
1/4/18 took my 7yr standard poodle (who is with me 24/7) in to have a small tooth extracted. Picked him up later that day as instructed and he couldn't use his back leg. He was walking 4-6 miles a d... Read More
1/4/18 took my 7yr standard poodle (who is with me 24/7) in to have a small tooth extracted. Picked him up later that day as instructed and he couldn't use his back leg. He was walking 4-6 miles a day with me before and was even a runner. He now has a full harness and I have to help him walk and use stairs. He can't walk around the block or hold himself up to go to the bathroom. I tried acupuncture, cold laser, saw a neurologist, and finally went to OSU for an MRI. In the meantime meds have a mess for him so I have had many weeks cooking for him, not to mention vomiting at home/work/car and diarrhea.
Over $5,000 into this since then and I just called another vet to schedule him to be put down at my home because this is no life. No one could offer any diagnosis or help, just guesswork, unless getting an MRI.
By deduction, according to OSU, it was an FCE (aka stroke) likely from the surgery since it was immediately the day of. Now, my dog recovered fully from bloat and had a gastropexy in Dec 2014 because I knew of it and the signs. I had never heard of FCE. My advice is to read about it, stay with your dogs 100% of the time in clinic front or back, and get to know if your vet has insurance. Read Less
Hannah Amelia
2 May 2018
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
Dr Ivy has been nothing but wonderful. Candy while at first very straight forward has the biggest heart. April takes her time to get to know you and your pets name and remembers them. I have an epilep... Read More
Dr Ivy has been nothing but wonderful. Candy while at first very straight forward has the biggest heart. April takes her time to get to know you and your pets name and remembers them. I have an epileptic Aussie and Dr Ivy told me 3 options for treatment what the pros and cons and never made me feel like I was alone. Rven now after every big seizure he has when I call they are very compassionate. All 4 of my animals go there and when I moved I make the longer drive to see her. All of the staff, especially Dr Ivy, have their quirks and you always leave with a smile. Best vet I have ever been to. Read Less
Gayla Williams
19 Apr 2018
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
The best love the atmosphere and friendly staff...
Susanne
27 Feb 2018
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
Dr. Engstrom and her staff took really good care of our cat when she needed dental work. They were also much more reasonably priced than some other clinics.
Sheri Hart
24 Feb 2018
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
Miss Ivy is the best Vet ever. I will take my animals no where else.
Shane Flaherty
28 Sep 2017
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
The nicest people you will ever meet we did not any problems with are animals but after a delivery down the road where truck drivers are truck broke down on the road in front of the animal clinic a la... Read More
The nicest people you will ever meet we did not any problems with are animals but after a delivery down the road where truck drivers are truck broke down on the road in front of the animal clinic a lady approached are truck and ask if we would like a cup of coffee we said we where waiting for the tow truck driver and could not leave the truck and 15 minutes later the 2 lady's knocked on the truck with 2 cups of coffee a bag of sugar and creamer and the best cookies awsome thank you very much the world would be a much better place if everyone was as nice as you..have a blessed day god,bless you Read Less
Melissa Cowin
19 May 2017
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
Best vet ever! They actually care!
Bill Graak
8 Apr 2017
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
Dr. Ivy Engstrom and her staff are all delightful. They go the extra mile for you and your pet. Dr. Engstom is excellent at explaining things so you can understand. They are all very caring, gentle an... Read More
Dr. Ivy Engstrom and her staff are all delightful. They go the extra mile for you and your pet. Dr. Engstom is excellent at explaining things so you can understand. They are all very caring, gentle and compassionate with your animals. They are excellent at follow-up. They also care about how you are feeling and handling whatever situation is going on with your pet, whether you are there for a good reason or a bad situation. Read Less
Lori Britton
20 Mar 2017
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
Dr Ivy is a great vet. She is down to earth and is not out to over charge. I like her sensible no nonsense approach to care. They also offer cold laser thearapy. I had a 13 year old dog and have anot... Read More
Dr Ivy is a great vet. She is down to earth and is not out to over charge. I like her sensible no nonsense approach to care. They also offer cold laser thearapy. I had a 13 year old dog and have another 13 year old dog and have had this done for both. Boy does it help arthritis and joint discomfort. Read Less
William M Lutgen
13 Jan 2017
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
Dr. Ivy and her whole staff are awesome. We see the care and love they show our pets. Ilive over 20 miles away and would never trust anyone but this staff with the love I have for my dogs so thankyou ... Read More
Dr. Ivy and her whole staff are awesome. We see the care and love they show our pets. Ilive over 20 miles away and would never trust anyone but this staff with the love I have for my dogs so thankyou for excellent care. Bow wow from Rosie and Reese Read Less
Bryan Denman
3 Nov 2016
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
Friendly, knowledgeable and well priced. I have been taking my pets here for almost ten years now.
Michael Forney
29 Aug 2016
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
Dr. Ivy and staff and very good with and care about their "patients". A very good place to bring your 4 legged family members.
Ryan R
19 Jun 2016
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
My favorite vet over the past 20 years. I will drive for many miles to visit here first. You'll find a healthy attitude to animal care here, and very reasonable prices.
tsal good
21 Jan 2016
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
I've been bringing my gang to Dr. Engstrom for a while now and have been mostly happy overall. Dr. Ivy is a very good vet and I feel fortunate she's so close by. But this review isn't without complain... Read More
I've been bringing my gang to Dr. Engstrom for a while now and have been mostly happy overall. Dr. Ivy is a very good vet and I feel fortunate she's so close by. But this review isn't without complaint, as I've noted a few things that could be improved here...and quite possibly things the Doc is completely unaware of.
Returning phone calls. Oh man, these guys are awful at this. One of my pets recently received a diagnosis for a chronic condition. So a few weeks back, I called after hours on a Friday and left a message inquiring whether the vet would like to see him the following week. No phone call came Saturday, despite them being open a half day and nothing the following week either.
Same thing happened again the other day when I left a message. By the middle of the next day, I still hadn't heard back regarding a question. When I called back to check to make another inquiry, there was zero acknowledgement they'd received the message, but they had an answer ready for me. Not very professional.
The support staff (receptionist and a couple of techs) seem fairly dispassionate about their jobs, something I don't particularly enjoy seeing in a healthcare environment. Initially thought it was just a matter of an off day...but after coming here for a few years it's evidently more of the norm. C'mon, folks. Fake a little enthusiasm! Put yourselves in your clients shoes and try seeing things from their vantage point.. imagine how you'd like to be greeted when you go to your doctor's office. Those annoyances aside- overall, a nice little clinic in the valley with a casual vibe and good care for your furry friends.
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Ashley Ann Thordarson
7 Feb 2015
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
Dr ivy is amazing my pets have been going to her since i was 3 I'm 22 now she took care of my first cat when i was 3 then when i was 14 and got my first dog she helped me learn how to take care of her... Read More
Dr ivy is amazing my pets have been going to her since i was 3 I'm 22 now she took care of my first cat when i was 3 then when i was 14 and got my first dog she helped me learn how to take care of her I'm also a dogsitter now when clients say they are in between vets i always recommend her Read Less
Judi Ostrowski
28 Mar 2014
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
Dr. Ivy Engstrom is an amazing Vet Doc.!!!!
I took all my animals to her when I lived in WA State (Lord how I miss being there!)
I have lived in Colorado for the last 7 years. Never have I found a vet... Read More
Dr. Ivy Engstrom is an amazing Vet Doc.!!!!
I took all my animals to her when I lived in WA State (Lord how I miss being there!)
I have lived in Colorado for the last 7 years. Never have I found a vet with the compassion she does. & years later I still call her to verify what the docs do/recomend here. Every time I talk to her she gives me advice on how exactly to take care of the animal in question which is 100 x's what the vets here do/say. She never treats me like I can't, and only she can...(like the vets here) She treats me like an equal and helps me take care of my four legged children, as financially and economically as possible.
15,000,000 thumbs up. Amazing woman! Completely blessed God led me to A Valley Animal Hospital and Dr. Engstrom Read Less
Jennifer Fletcher
12 Sep 2013
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
We take all 3 cats to Dr Ivy although we have moved out of the area. Clinic staff are friendly and knowledgable. One of our cats had major surgery, removing a large tumor. Staff were great about addre... Read More
We take all 3 cats to Dr Ivy although we have moved out of the area. Clinic staff are friendly and knowledgable. One of our cats had major surgery, removing a large tumor. Staff were great about addressing my concerns and (frequent) calls. Read Less
Tang Cheam
20 Aug 2013
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
We only will take our animals to see Dr. Ivy. Her down to earth approach will help any pet owner feel like their loved ones are in good hands. We had gone to see 3 other vets in the area, and found ... Read More
We only will take our animals to see Dr. Ivy. Her down to earth approach will help any pet owner feel like their loved ones are in good hands. We had gone to see 3 other vets in the area, and found that pricing and services from A Valley Animal Hospital is unmatched. Her staff are all wonderful and informed too! Read Less
jensuth
3 Dec 2010
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
I normally don't feel compelled to write reviews online, but received such excellent service and had a great experience with A Valley Animal Hospital that I wanted to let other pet lovers know about t... Read More
I normally don't feel compelled to write reviews online, but received such excellent service and had a great experience with A Valley Animal Hospital that I wanted to let other pet lovers know about them. The Dr is top notch. Courteous, professional, knowledgeable and caring. Within moments of entering the office I felt right at home and was immediately put at ease by the cheery disposition of the vet tech who greeted me and my dogs from behind the reception desk. Her staff is lovely and super helpful. Kudos on running such a great office. Well worth the drive from Seattle to Auburn. Read Less
Sam Stratton
18 Sep 2009
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
Dr. Ivy is a great vet, she has treated our family pets for years. She communicates with common language answers to complex issues, the educates the owner in care and she knows exactly how to treat yo... Read More
Dr. Ivy is a great vet, she has treated our family pets for years. She communicates with common language answers to complex issues, the educates the owner in care and she knows exactly how to treat your pet - with professionalism, experience and compassion.Read Less