I brought my precious Italian Greyhound, Emma, to this clinic for euthanasia. I mistakenly let my mom make all of the arrangements. My Emma was already suffering from kidney failure and a lot of pain and she was very scared and already distressed. What happened was this foreign doctor came in with a huge needle and explained some of the possible side effects. I guess I didn't know I needed to ask for a sedative to have her relaxed, but as a professional seeing the dogs temperament, I guess I don't know why it wasn't offered. I feel horrible and can't even speak to my mom. I trusted her and since this was my first time, I thought this was the only way it was ever done. I didn't know that if this doctor cared, he could have given her time to calm down with a sedative. He had no remorse for my crying and struggling dog. So then he proceeds to tie a cinch around her tiny arm, shaved it, all while she's aware and already starting to struggle, and then jabbed the needle into her arm killing her while she cried out in pain from a needle that was almost as big as her tiny arm. How is this peaceful? It was never even brought up that perhaps she needs to be relaxed...why? She was wrestled and terrorized to death and I blame myself and my mom mostly, but how can this professional just do that to a sick and dying dog that is already scared. I can't even sleep from the guilt. When I called him, mind you he kept referring to the dog as a "he", he wouldn't talk to me about why a sedative wasn't used. I don't know what to do, but she was tortured by this man and had I known, I would have taken her elsewhere or asked for her to go to sleep first. I will never forgive myself. Don't take your animals here. This is the epitome of brutality and cruelty and it all happened so fast and I can't help Emma anymore. Read Less

First of all, this vet had a ethical and moral obligation to see to it that this hard time was as painless for our loved one as it was for us having to make a decision that is hard for anybody to make and he totally failed all of us and he has broken up a family and caused me unyielding torment and sadness.I brought my precious Italian Greyhound, Emma, to this clinic for euthanasia. I mistakenly let my mom make all of the arrangements and just trusted that she found a good place that would take good care of our poor dog. My Emma was already suffering from kidney failure and a lot of pain and she was very scared and already distressed. What happened was this vet came in with a huge needle and explained some of the possible side effects. I didn't know there was any other way of doing this and I will always blame myself and my mother.So then he proceeds to tie a cinch around her tiny arm, she yelps, again already in pain and scared, he loosens it a little, and then shaves it, all while she's aware and already starting to struggle, at this point I'm all falling to pieces and as she starts to cry, he calls to the tech and I run from the room and then, I can't see, just hear her crying and I guess then he jabbed the needle into her arm killing her while she cried out in pain from a needle that was almost as big as her tiny arm. How is this peaceful for us or out sick and dying dog? I trusted this process and that she was in good hands. It was never even brought up that perhaps she needs to be relaxed...why wasn't a sedative offered to her? All of the other clinics I called said they would have offered if she were so scared and struggling.  She  was wrestled and terrorized to death and I blame myself and my mom mostly, but how can this professional just do that to a sick and dying dog that is already scared. I can't even sleep from the guilt at this point.When I called him, mind you he kept referring to the dog as a "he", just another dog to put down, but she had a name and it was Emma and he wouldn't talk to me about why a sedative wasn't used. My mon said she is going to look into when getting the ashes, but I feel like my dog was put down in the most inhumane way possible. I don't know what to do, but she was tortured by this man and had I known , I would have taken her elsewhere or asked for her to go to sleep first, or something. I will never forgive myself. Don't take your animals here. This, for my Emma,  was the epitome of brutality and cruelty and it all happened so fast and I can't help Emma anymore. This is going to not be something this clinic gets away with, but that will never take back my poor dog's final moments of terror and pain. Read Less

I love this vet. My pets come first. I have been going there for about 2 years now. All I have seen there is caring and straight up good care for my animals. I had one of my yorkies fall and break her little leg. The vet had me bring her right in and did her surgery right away. When I just called I did not have to even say my name. I said Hi this is Kai's mommy and I need to bring her in today. They knew who I was and made my appt. Love the staff there Read Less

no. no. and no! the vet was LATE. i had to sit around even though i had an appointment waiting for him to show up. finally gets there. takes 2 seconds to look at my cat then tells me i need to do an expensive thousand dollar surgery just to even see if "maybe" there is a problem. um no. my cat is fine now turns out it was nothing but really? unbelievable. Read Less

Are pets have been treated by Dr. Was.and his excellent staff for over 10 years now. They are all knowledgeable, compassionate and understanding about how I love my fur babies. I would highly recommend this facility for all your pet's health needs. Read Less

They don't remember my animals, they don't remember which particular needle and syringe my dog needs, they don't keep my dogs medication in stock, and if you happen to want to purchase a product when only the veterinarian is there, he doesn't know the prices of the products so he overcharges you and maybe you'll get a credit on your next purchase. It's a frustrating experience and not cheap either.Read Less

We called at the last minute and it was a first visit. The Dr. Was on time and spent an hour with us between the exam and tests that had to be taken along with clear explanations on all results. Everyone in the office were kind, gentle, and caring. Their prices are very reasonable. I highly recommend taking your pet in. Read Less

No nonsense experienced veterinary care. This place is affordable because the vet is experienced and smart enough to make diagnoses without dozens of expensive tests. He knows what he is doing and offers sensible solutions. I have been bring pets to Dr. Walia since 2001. Over the years I have brought in four dogs and three cats. My last, very old, dog ended his days peacefully, in the back of my truck in the parking lot of his other clinic. This was better than stressing him inside the clinic during his last minutes. Dr. Walia gave me a good price for the repair of my large dog's ACL (knee) and the dog recovered well. My animals are always happy to return to him. Some people judge the vet by how he treats them. Dr. Walia is no nonsense and gets the job done. He is courteous towards me. Other posts may complain, but I have had different pets in for several surgeries and all have gone well. My dogs are always eager to visit his clinic. Read Less

This Dr does know animals. He does not however understand pet owners and their limited funds. My kitties needed an exam and antibotis. We would have to wait on everything else. He said if I didn't bring them back for shots he refused to see them or us again. He threatens to call the humane society . And claimed we refused other services and suggestions. We just wanted to get them over pneumonia for now. He even blamed us for them getting it. It was a fiasco. Made me physically ill. Read Less

I have had a good experience here.  I gave them a 3 star rating because I do think that they are over-priced, however the staff are incredibly friendly and helpful and my dog ADORES them.  If your dog is excited to get to the vet, then you know that is a good sign.  My dog was diagnosed with mange and while it has been very expensive, they have all been awesome here. Read Less

This vet is fantastic he saved my dogs life 2 times . He cares alot for animals. He been a vet a long time he very knowledgeable . He is honest doesnt miss lead u . No hidden cost hes a straight shooter . The assistants r very supportive in a crisis. I refer everyone I talk to go here. Hes affordable he kind hes honest . Read Less

Absolutely the best! Dr. Walia and the staff are amazing! I would recommend this office to anyone. I am very, very pleased with the exemplary service they consistently provide. Thank you for being there for us and our pets! :) Read Less

Dr Walia is amazing, he has been my vet for 15 yrs now & will continue to be until he retires. I feel like he actually cares about the well being of our animals, not just his bottom dollar like most vets. Dr Walia & his staff are by far the best around! Read Less

I made an appointment with Affordable Vet Clinic because I didn't want to spend a fortune.  I drove all the way from Olympia because of the good reviews.   When I arrived, they told me they accidentally made the appointment with Westgate Animal Hospital so I drove all the way to that location.  I only did this because I had driven almost an hour for this appointment.   No I'm sorry, no you will pay the same price, nothing.  When I showed up at Westgate they didn't say a thing either about the inconvenience and by this time I knew I would be charged the higher cost.  Not the appointment I made.  My cat had been trapped under our home and had slept on insulation so had an infection and was losing fur.  I explained this to the vet.  He had a horrible bedside manner and looked at my cat for less than 30 seconds then sent his assistant back with a bill of almost $400.  I said "no no no no no no" as I wasn't going to get bloodwork, etc especially since the vet didn't explain ANYTHING to me.  I was fine with antibiotic and steroid shots.  The assistant was rude and looked surprised and offended.  I felt like I was at a car lot and they were trying to close the sale.  By this time I just wanted to get out of there.   I was so frustrated and started getting angry (and believe me I am not an angry or easily frustrated) so I got brave and asked how much the exams cost at the affordable vet clinic since that was the appointment I made.  I then demanded to be charged that since that is where I had made the appointment.  They at least gave me that but I'm sure the shots they did not reduce the price.  Horrible experience! !!!!THEN two days later when I realized I should have bought the prescription for follow up steroids and my cat was going crazy scratching;  I reluctantly phoned them.  They told me the prescription was no longer good and the vet was out for a week so when he returned they would call me.  Did I receive a call???  NO.   This place felt like a scam.  I wonder if they "accidentally" make appointments at Westgate to make more money.  When I was there the place was huge, with zero other clients.  Don't waste your money or take your animals here. Read Less

Highly recommend the Westgate Animal Hospital. My cat was not supposed to make it through, according to other Drs, but Dr. Walia and his staff brought him back to complete health. Awesome experience. Read Less

If you want to pay for overpriced procedures that they don't actually perform then go here.  Otherwise do NOT bring your animal here.  The vet doesn't know the difference between a heart murmur or an arrhythmia. Read Less

we are removing our dogs (Mastiff and teacup chihuahua) NOW!! I don't want to say a bunch of negativity, just feel like I should say, check out your options... This wasn't a good for us at all... PS: we then tried Metropolitan Vet Hospital, downtown Tacoma, Oh gads, it went from bad here to worse there!!  We have since, yesterday, found good, caring, knowledgable people over by Home Depot off Center street.. Read Less

Not only was my cat treated cruelly at Westgate animal hospital, but the staff here were rude and uncompassionate to me.  My best friend was misdiagnosed here and it cost her her life.  Please do not use this vet. Read Less

We are dog lovers and have 3 dogs. Today my lab/rhodesian mix, fondly referred to "garbage gut" seemed lethargic and did not want to eat. (very unusual) we think she ate some worm bin food and raisins which are toxic to dogs from a pail we keep to feed our worm bins. We rushed her in to Westgate because our regular vet Dr. Decent was not available. They took labs, gave her pain killers and meds and we were allowed to treat her at home. The office call was only $38.00. She has severe gastoenteritis...so we have to give her a special diet and pedialyte to make sure her tummy heals and she does not get ill from lack of fluids. She now is eating and drinking and probably will be okay. The staff was very kind and informative and the charges were not excessive. We would recommend this clinic. We use organic food and more natural treatments and they were open to that as well. We will probably go back to Dr. Decent in Lakewood because he is our regular vet...but Westgate is great and a good back up. Hopefully "garbage gut" will be back to normal...and no grapes, raisins, onions, garlic and chocolate for dogs...(or moldy compost) these are toxic to dogs. Read Less

I've been going to see Dr. Walia for about 20 years now and i must say that he and the staff are amazing, he has saved my cats and dogs back to health as if they were puppies again! I completely trust them and I've never had a bad experience plus with 40 years experience and countless clients its something truly special when they remember the client and there pets! Plus I've recentley heard that they are making a HUGE new animal hospital in the building across the street from west gate's Mc Donalds! the staff and dr. Walia told me that it's going to be the nicest and the utmost caring and clean animal hospital. the Doctor told me that he hopes that it'll be the nicest veterinary hospital in the state! If that doesn't show devotion then i don't know what does!!! p.s. just wanted to thank them for the outstanding care that my pets and i have received! Read Less