Eastlake Veterinary Hospital

We found this vet a couple days ago and had our visit today; it was amazing! The first thing I noticed was how clean it was. Most vets I have been to had a weird smell, hair, and drool everywhere, but not here. You honestly wouldn't even know it was a vet clinic it was that clean! Alex was our doctor today, and it was amazing to see how comfortable my dog was with him. My dog is an anxious one and doesn't like strangers touching him. He was still on edge, but a lot more relaxed than when we have taken him to other vets before. I also loved that Alex gave us a lot of options for the medications for my dog, and didn't push anything on us. He also gave us information previous vet technicians failed to let us know about concerning our dog. All in all, it was a great experience and I am excited to use this vet for all future appointments. Read Less

We've been going to Eastlake Vet Hospital with our dog and cats since moving to Seattle in 2012. From general care to acute situations, I have always been incredibly pleased with everything about Eastlake. And they have seen us through cancer and end-of-life treatments with so much kindness and compassion. I love the vets and staff and we would highly recommend Eastlake Vet Hospital! Read Less

I had been going to the Eastlake Veterinary Hospital since I adopted my 10 yo cat about 6 years ago until I had her euthanized about a month ago. This was the first cat I owned, and I learned first-hand that there are limitations on what you can teach yourself about cats from books and the internet. Throught the years, the veterinarians and staff always patiently explained what they were doing, they educated me, and they alerted me to things I should watch for, particularly as she got older. Dr. D’Orazio was very helpful, non-judgmental, and sensitive as I considered my options when my cat's health declined as she neared death. Then, on the day that I had my cat euthanized, Dr. Anderson and the staff showed great compassion on a very difficult day. They all clearly and genuinely care a great deal for the people and the pets that come into their clinic. Read Less

Dr. Alex Shearer and the entire staff at Eastlake Veterinary Hospital are super fantastic and thorough! My lil monster, Teddy and I are very fortunate to have a such caring, honest, wonderful vet office for all of his health, medical, and wellness needs. Dr. Shearer has been Teddy’s primary vet since 10/2016; and he’s always compassionate and understanding every time we have an appointment (regardless of the reason). He never fails to answer all of my crazy “helicopter dog mom” questions, regardless of how whacky they are! Read Less

I have two cats and take them exclusively here. I love my vet and staff. Also, one of my cats has had a few skin issues and they've helped me triage when to bring her in (one time I didn't and one time I did). They also have a great online system and send reminders. I love them. Read Less

Can't say enough about Eastlake Veterinarian.  We have taken our little dog there for 11 years. They saved her life when she had parvo as a puppy.  She has received excellent care there through the years. The doctors and staff are all extremely nice, caring and helpful. Read Less

I have taken my pets (2 dogs and 3 cats) to see Dr. Anderson over the last 15 plus years. We appreciate their care and interest. Dr. Anderson is always willing to discuss thoroughly what is possibly going on with them when they aren't themselves and recommends referrals if needed. Our dog (who passed at 16 years old) was not thrilled about going to the vet but they always did as much as they could to make her comfortable. Now I have a new dog that happy to go and looks for his cookie with eagerness. Read Less

After 25 years of going to Eastlake I can highly recommend them. I started with Dr. Anderson and now with Dr. Shearer who I greatly respect. I had a great experience 10 years ago after adopting two shelter cats. They were very sick but Eastlake treated them and they survived and are doing very well. I appreciate both the compassion and the professionalism of all of the staff. Read Less

Dr. Shearer is kind and gentle with my elderly but generally uncooperative cat Piper.  She was just there to get her teeth cleaned, and one extracted.  They treated her as gently as she would allow, and Dr. Shearer showed compassion when he suggested I continue the pain meds for 3 days even if I didn't think she still needed them.  (I believe he was right.) Read Less

Never coming back here. Worst vet experience I've ever had. I brought my 3 year old cat in for a check-up and vaccinations because my new apartment complex requires it. Dr. D'orazio came in and immediately made a remark about my cat's weight. He said, "looks like your cat has shrunken-head syndrome." From there on out, he made continuous rude remarks about how my cat is on his way to being obese and I must be feeding him wrong, so on and so forth without even giving me an opportunity to speak.When I finally got to explain to him that my cat has GI problems and I've tried practically everything on the market and we're on the only food that works, Dr. D'orazio went on to tell me all about Science Diet (which I had already told him I'd tried and didn't work). Next, he started talking about asthma. Why, I cannot tell you. I hadn't said anything about my cat having symptoms. He mentioned asthmatic cats having a cough, to which I told him my cat has NEVER coughed. Next thing I know, Dr. D'orazio has my cat up on the table and is SQUEEZING HIS TRACHEA in order to MAKE HIM COUGH! What the?!? I just got done saying my cat has never coughed!! The obesity remarks went on throughout the entire visit. I get it. My cat is a big boy. I've struggled with it since he got neutered. I don't need to be judged and made to feel like a terrible pet owner. My cat is otherwise completely healthy and happy.Dr. D'orazio talked to me as if he was ashamed of me. I felt anxious and disrespected the whole time. VERY unprofessional behavior. So, after just needing a well-check and a vaccination, my cat has now been choked for no good reason and I've been lectured about how I am not properly feeding my pet. I'm going to assume that Eastlake has good reviews due to their other veterinarians, but I will not be sticking around to find out. **side note, the technicians were great. My only problem is with Dr. D'orazio. Also, the front desk receptionist (Tracy?) who was texting on her cellphone while I was standing at the desk right in front of her waiting to be helped. Read Less

I have gone to Carl Anderson and his associated Vets for 32 years!  We always get friendly and timely appointments, help with prescription pet food and meds for our pets, and advice on how best to care for whatever ails our pets.  I would call the approach informed by the most recent science, and obvious care and empathy for the pets.Even our cats like the Eastlake vets and staff.  They calmly purr while waiting to have exams or shots. Read Less

Having been to different vets over the last 30 years of living in Seattle, I can tell you that the Doctors at Eastlake Vet are among the best.  The staff is excellent.  I actually leave the clinic consistently happy, as I know I'm doing well for my pets.  Dr. D'orazio is my vet there.  This guy is dedicated and personable.  He always checks things out, knows the ins and outs, (so to speak), of the different dog breeds.  Clearly everyone at Eastlake Veterinary Hospital enjoys what they do.  They have my highest recommendation. Read Less

This is a painful story. I've delayed posting it because the aftermath of a routine checkup sent us spinning for the past 9 months, but I want to help others avoid what we went through.We've taken our cat to Eastlake Veterinary Hospital for years and we were always OK with their care for her.This last summer Dr. Alex Shearer performed an ear wash on our cat because she was pawing at her ears. The result was a devastated animal who couldn't stand, eat, or really do much of anything but lie wimpering on the ground.We took her back to Eastlake where the nurse ripped her from her crate roughly by the scruff of the neck before I could stop her. She clearly didn't care about the animal at all.Dr. Shearer came in, examined her, took her after a bit to Dr. Anderson and came back, shrugged his shoulders nonchalantly and said "looks like vestibular disease" and then proceeded to talk about how he and his wife were expecting a child and ignoring us and our pet's extreme distress.It was then that I realized what a huge mistake we'd made by trusting Dr. Shearer and EVH.We immediately rushed our pet to the Lynnwood VCA veterinary specialty center (they're amazing). VCA did a complete workup (including MRI scans plus close visual inspection of the her ears under anesthesia) and determined that one of her eardrums had been ruptured allowing the cleaning fluid from the ear wash into her middle ear.*** This is a very well known way to give a cat severe vestibular problems. ****** Competent vets know this. ***Thus began our nightmare of months of repeated visits to VCA, the installation of a feeding tube, multiple feedings per day by syringe, and approximately $10,000 in vet bills. We were able to save our beloved pet's life, barely, but it was very expensive in every way.Our cat today is ~90% recovered after 9 months but she'll likely have a serious hearing deficit for the rest of her life.Please don't trust your pet to Eastlake Veterinary Hospital.(We've also ran into a former employee of EVH during our involuntary tour of several of Seattle's vets and she independently corroborated our feelings about EVH, even suggesting we sue EVH.) Read Less

As a lifelong pet owner, I know the value of a good vet. It involves more than just medical expertise, which Dr. Anderson has. It is a personal connection to the animals and the owner that makes all the difference. I have such confidence in Dr. Anderson, and his associates! My pets have received the best of care, and if necessary, fabulous referrals to specialists. Dr. Polly Peterson was a lifesaver for my little dog, and I have Dr. Anderson and the Eastlake Vet Hospital to thank for that! Read Less

My dog and two cats have been going to EASTLAKE VETS for about five years.   What I really like is that the docs and staff do a good job of helping me understand necessary versus discretionary treatments.  They also have Saturday hours and early morning hours for those of us that work standard hours. I adopted a 10 year old lab mix a year ago and they have been incredibly sensitive to her age, aches and pains and overall fitness level.  I couldn't be happier with EASTLAKE VETS. Read Less

We come all the way from West Seattle because Eastlake is such a great vet. Our two dogs and cats have all had varying degrees of issues that have always been dealt with in a calm and professional manner. Highly recommend! Read Less

With a new puppy, it was important that we found a veterinary fit for the long run - and Dr. Carl seems like the perfect fit with his warm personality and obvious love of his line of work. The office staff is incredibly friendly, knowledgeable, and takes the time to educate. Read Less

When we moved to the area we searched for the best vet. The BEST. Yelp showed Eastlake Vet as the best, but there was one very weird review. It was something about receiving advice to not let a new puppy eat her panties. While concerning, we wanted to check things out for ourselves. I'm glad we did. We saw a different vet a few times, but Dr. Shearer eventually became our regular vet and he is fantastic. It's been more than three years and we've been through some great and some tough times, and Eastlake has been there for us. We're in the waning years of our dog Maggie and couldn't be happier with the quality of service, treatment, explanations, discussions, and empathy from Dr. Shearer and his co-workers. I have committed a significant amount of my time to animal welfare organizations and I can recommend Eastlake Vet to any who need their services. Read Less

I've brought my cat here twice now for routine stuff - a vaccine booster and a yearly exam. Both visits were an excellent experience - I'm impressed at how genuinely interested the techs/assistants were in meeting my cat, even though I'm sure they see hundreds of cats and she's not always at her friendliest at the vet's! Dr. Shearer was fantastic - again, he took a genuine interest in making sure my cat was calm and comfortable, and answered all my questions. With some vets you can tell this is their 10th vaccine of the day and you're just the next one on the assembly line, but I never felt like that once during my visits; I really appreciated how Dr. Shearer was 100% present. Read Less

We've been coming to Eastlake vet for 3 years and just had another checkup today. Dr. Alex spent so much time making sure we were comfortable and not rushed, answering all of our questions and giving lots of love to our dog. So pain-free for both us and our dog! Lots of attention to detail and lots of pets and treats! Read Less

Great neighborhood vet! Came recommended by a friend. We were very happy with the service and felt like our beloved pooch was in great hands, and all our questions and concerns were answered with care. Read Less

Called in the afternoon for my cat who had symptoms of a fever. They got me in just a few hours later. I've never experienced such personal treatment at a vet before. I really appreciated the time the doctor and staff took with my  kitties, not only treating them but explaining things to me fully. I was more than willing to pay a little more than I would have at other places for the experience and convenience. Read Less

I highly recommend Eastlake Vet. professional and compassionate with my kitty. Two rare times my kitty stopped eating for unknown reason, Tracy got me in same day with urgency. The exam was detailed with follow up calls to check in on the cat. Dr DOrazio and Dr Shearer and the staff at Eastlake vet are great. I highly recommend Eastlake Vet.Read Less

Grateful for Dr. Carl's evaluation of Penny's eye infection and referral to the appropriate specialist - my little dog is feeling much better and quickly on the mend! I loved that he was able to fit me in on short notice. The staff was friendly and efficient, and parking wasn't a hassle. Wish I had been bringing Penny to him from the beginning. Read Less

Our new rescue poodle just went and saw Dr. Shearer on Tuesday. She has anxiety and is fairly reactive to other dogs. The staff was very compassionate and responsive. They immediately put her in a room to ease her anxiousness. The vet tech gave her lots of cuddles during the exam. She was so comfortable with Dr. Shearer that she surprisingly wasn't shaking or nervous. He was very thorough, made many recommendations to us as new dog owners, and had an extremely kind demeanor. We are so thankful that we heard of Eastlake Vet Hospital. Also it has super easy access and parking. HIGHLY recommend the clinic!!! Read Less

Eastlake Vet is the absolute best. My dog Cody loves Dr. Anderson and the entire team. We always have such a great experience there - they ensure that you always feel well taken care of. I cannot recommend them enough.Read Less

Dr. D has been taking good care of our furry kids. He's experienced, knowledgeable and down-to-earth. He has been educating us well. The staff is very prompt and kind. We're especially thankful for the administrative manager Tracy's professional coordination. Read Less

I just got my first puppy, and Eastlake Vet was the first place I hook him to make sure he was a healthy boy!  Eastlake Vet was able to see him the day I called to schedule an appointment, and they have a very helpful, friendly, and insightful staff! I highly recommend Eastlake Vet to anyone that is in need of a quality veterinarian! Read Less

This is the place to go if you want a long term, detailed and ongoing relationship with your vet care provider.The clinic isn't huge, they remember you, your pet and its a very intimate and professional 1:1 pet care environment.Many other clinics in Seattle seem to try to engineer the best patient appointment volume per day. Eastlake Vet Clinic is the place you want to go if you seek careful attention paid, the same doctor providing the care over the years and the care history and experience which often leads to the best potential care moving forward. Read Less

I've been bringing my dog Cooper to Eastlake Veterinary since he was 10 weeks old. I am so very grateful to Dr. Anderson & his staff. They have been fantastic. They have helped us from small to larger problems, with great care & ease. I've never had a dog be so afraid of fireworks & they were amazing at helping me make it a safe & sane time!!! Read Less

I only wish my human doctors were as thorough and as caring as the Doctors and Staff at Eastlake Vet. Hospital. Not to mention how much my dog Beau loves Dr. Anderson. Whether it's just a annual check up or more serious when Beau broke his foot. The care, attention and, knowledge that the staff provides is exceptional. Not to mention the treats after a shot or pat on the head and hug for a nail clip. In my 20 plus years of going to a Vet with a family pet, I've never experienced my dog pushing his way to get inside the clinic. So despite, the shots, X-rays, Dental care and being lifted up on an exam table, both my dogs love seeing their Doctors and techs. That says it all to me. Eastlake Vet Hospital ranks as number 1 for me and my two Goldens. Plus my wife (who can be a bit critical) thinks it's the best place for your pet's care. Beau and Reese rate it 5 Paws! Read Less

I was a little put off by the price of my Bengal kitten's spay, but it ended up being absolutely worth it. During the surgery there were some very rare, major (or perhaps major to me) complications, and because they already go above and beyond (hence the price), they were fully prepared. Because the complications were so unusual, the clinic even paid to put my little girl up for the night at a 24-hour emergency animal clinic, which means they ended up operating on her at a loss. I'd never have been able to afford having her monitored overnight. I'm so glad I went with them, instead of a cheaper (or a free) clinic; my little girl means the world to me, and I easily could have lost her with anyone else.Read Less

I have been taking my cats to Dr. Anderson for almost 20 years, beginning when I lived just up the hill from the hospital. When I moved to the North Side, I looked for another vet in the neighborhood, but in the end always made the trip back to Eastlake. All the good stuff you read about them above is true. I lost my last cat on NYE this year, and don't plan on getting another pet. But I will miss seeing Dr. Anderson and co almost as much as the patter of little paws around the house. Read Less

One thing I really appreciate about their vets is their compassion towards the animals and their helpful explanations about treatment and conditions. They are extremely knowlegeable and their follow-ups show how much they care. Dr. Anderson is very upfront about treatment options and can describe in great detail what your pet is feeling or experiencing. That's an important consideration in choosing treatment for the animal. I will, however, temper this review with one downside - Eastlake Veterinary Hospital does seem a little more expensive compared to others. While I would say the care is definitely worth it, budget considerations sometimes end up limiting the options for your pet. Read Less

My cat had some weird ailment of ""high fever syndrome"", or so I was told by other Vets (2). Without getting into all the medical terminology I will just say Carl took in my cat with a near fatal temp, immediately cold bathed him, IV'd him for hydration then went to work figuring out what was going on, and that is just what he did, figured it out. I left with Pete wrapped in the towel I brought him in with about 1-1/2 hour later, with some meds to go. I have never had the problem again and yes it was not cheap, $376.00, but add the two vets who charged close to the same and came up with zip and I guess Eastlake was not expensive at all. I can't speak for any other docs at the clinic but Carl is top notch in my many years of trips to the Vet. I will return to Eastlake and not complain about the bill!. It was reasonable for what I received! Wm Platts Read Less

Eastlake Veterinary Hospital treated me & my beloved kittie, Pazzo, with the utmost in love, professionalism & care during many difficult days. The facility is wonderful, safe, spotless & warm; plus there is easy & free parking on-site. The staff is bright, always friendly & focused on your needs. They offer alternative ideas & suggestions to pet owner's needs & various questions. Dr. Anderson is an exceptional doctor & person. He has is an active dog-owner of large & small breeds. I have learned that Dr. Anderson attends many national educational events & represents owner groups as their veterinarian. Attentive, kind, wise, balanced, calm, sympathetic...I could go on & on about this superlative man & vet. Carl Anderson, DVM, even went so far as to follow-up with me in a hand-written letter upon the final passing of Pazzo. Having owned several dogs & cats...plus other animals over my lifetime & seeing numerous veterinarians along the way, Eastlake Veterinary Hospital stands above them all. I give these tender & one-of-a-kind people & their clinic my highest possible personal endorsement & recommendation. Read Less

The vet I have seen over the years is Dr. Anderson, and I think that he is just the best. I moved here several years ago, and tried a couple of other vet hospitals in the area. They were fine, but not in the same league with Dr. Anderson. He has had years of experience, and he doesn't quit until he has figured out what is wrong with a sick animal. I owe my pets lives to him, and recommend him and his staff with highest praise. Read Less

I have been a client at Eastlake Veterinary Hospital for over 10 years. I currently have 2 dogs and a kitty. I have seen both Dr. Fulleman and Dr. Anderson on multiple occassions. I have been treated with kindness and compassion on all of my visits. When my cat got into a fight with another cat (I was a complete wreck), they were caring and made time for me right away. All in all this is a great hospital. It is in a convenient location and the staff is always friendly and helpful! Read Less

My animals benefitted big time from their care. The office staff is people-&-animal-friendly. I have left my ""babies"" at Eastlake when I was having workmen in the house. When I had to have an animal euthanized they were so kind and considerate, letting me hold my dog as he left the world. I just think the whole place and all the people are great. I recommend this establishment very very highly. Read Less

I have had terrific experiences with the Vet although their pricing is really out of control. HOWEVER, I think that Tracy the office manager is psycho, she seems bi-polar and I wouldn't trust her around my animals with the way she can snap, just my $.10 Read Less

I'd like to warn any pet owners to stay far away from Eastlake Vet. Their customer service is horrible, not to mention it's highway robbery with the prices they charge. In my opinion Dr. Fullerton is not professional or compassionate. i've been trying to give them a chance for years, but this last incident where they actually balked at the idea of giving my dog a general physical exam, shocked and confused me. They actually called 1 hour before the appt, to tell me they'd rather not do the exam. WHAT?!? A simple physical exam? Call me crazy, but aren't vet's supposed to exam your pets? I am finally switching vets, and I suggest you do the same. This place is a sham, not at all a class act especially when your lovely pets are concerned. Read Less

we used to live in queen anne and we were recommended to eastlake vet. we went there from 2005-2006 and were always very happy w/the service from everyone in person and over the phone. we also had no problem getting our cat's records faxed over to our new vet within days from call to our appointment at the new vet. they weren't cheap, but we always felt like our cat was in great care. Read Less