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VetCare Animal Hospital

Updated 2026-07-07 · 1,215 reviewed · 182 listed · Scored from 542 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.8(542) 87 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Verified Publishes prices
General Veterinary CareEmergency & Urgent CareVeterinary SurgeryVeterinary DentistryHolistic & Alternative MedicineLow-Cost / Affordable Vet CareExotic & Avian VetLarge Animal / Equine Vet
VetCare Animal Hospital
Services
General Veterinary Care, Emergency & Urgent Care, Veterinary Surgery
Reviews
542

What recent reviews say

VetCare delivers consistently strong outcomes: Dr. Spiegel identified allergies missed by others, Dr. Feldman consulted CSU specialists for complex cases, and staff handle anxious pets with patience. The clinic runs on time, maintains clean spaces, and vets listen without pushing unnecessary services. Two complaints surface: end-of-life exam charges felt callous during an emotionally difficult moment, and some reviewers note price jumps and perceive newer staff as less skilled than Dr. Feldman, the clinic's original veterinarian.

Multiple named doctors (Spiegel, Feldman, Waldbaum, Fishman) come praised for tailored care: one examined a dog on the floor due to mobility issues, another researched immune conditions rather than defaulting to standard treatment. Exotic care earned recognition for keeping a water dragon overnight and providing discharge instructions. Patients travel 30 minutes for Dr. Feldman specifically. First exam carries a $40 discount.

Recent shift: Since relocating to their new location, some reviewers perceive higher prices and feel the clinic has lost ground compared to the original era with Dr. Feldman as sole veterinarian. However, the overall 4.8-star rating and recent five-star reviews (including one two days ago) show strong current sentiment despite price concerns.

Praised for
  • skilled diagnostics and treatment
  • gentle and compassionate staff
  • thorough care and listening
  • clean and organized facility
  • specialists available
Watch-outs
  • end-of-life exam fees perceived as exploitative
  • price increases since location move
  • inconsistent vet quality across staff
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Best for: Pet owners with exotic animals or complex cases seeking thorough diagnosis and specialist-level consultation.
Think twice if: End-of-life services carry exam fees that felt high to grieving owners; newer staff may not match the reputation of original vets like Dr. Feldman.

Strengths

  • experienced vets willing to research and consult specialists
  • exotic and avian care in-house
  • attentive to pet comfort and owner preferences
  • on-time appointments and clean facility

Worth knowing

  • Dr. Feldman consulted CSU veterinary specialists for immune-mediated meningitis case and researched alternatives to standard prednisone treatment
  • Dr. Spiegel diagnosed allergies as root cause of chronic ear infections and paw licking after other vets missed it
  • Dr. Waldbaum examines dogs on the floor when mobility limits table access
  • James (CVT) provided overnight care and detailed discharge nursing instructions for exotic water dragon
  • First exam discount of $40 offered
  • Operating since 1995
  • Recently relocated to new location

What reviews say by service

General Veterinary Care
Thorough diagnostics and listening; one reviewer switched from previous vet to avoid upselling.
Exotic & Avian Vet
Water dragon received overnight supportive care and detailed nursing instructions; owners value non-bankrupt pricing for exotic care.
Veterinary Dentistry
Dr. Feldman praised for care during dental procedure on multipoo.
Emergency & Urgent Care
Patient switched to VetCare after three ER visits elsewhere, reported comfort and peace of mind.
Holistic & Alternative Medicine
Dr. Feldman researched alternative treatments beyond standard protocols for immune-mediated disease.
Veterinary Surgery
Reviews mention surgical care but limited detail on outcomes beyond routine praise.

How it compares

  • Rated 4.8 against a 4.57 average across the 104 emergency & urgent care businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 75% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Scoring Method
Star rating 86
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 67
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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12
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6
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16

Common questions

Do they charge for exams before euthanasia?
Yes; one reviewer reported a $200 exam fee plus $140 euthanasia charge, which they found upsetting during end-of-life decisions.
Can they see exotic animals like reptiles?
Yes; they kept a water dragon overnight, provided nursing care instructions, and received praise for in-house exotic expertise without excessive cost.
Is there a discount on first visits?
Their website lists $40 off first exams.

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Last updated 2026-07-07