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Page 2 of 2: businesses ranked 101-141 of 141. Ranked by score and relevance, start from the top or open the full map view.

VCA Tanglewood Animal Hospital
#101
83

VCA Tanglewood Animal Hospital

4.4(218)✓ Google-verified

Staff earn consistent praise for warmth and genuine care, from routine appointments through end-of-life support. Dr. Robben stands out for taking time with complex senior cases. The clinic schedules appointments promptly and follows up with check-in messages. One major caveat: callers mistaking it for a true 24-hour emergency hospital report poor guidance when closed; the name can mislead in crises. Recent reviews highlight hands-on attention and flexibility. Patients arriving with injuries get same-day slots when possible. The team supported one dog's recovery after another vet's failed surgery. A careclub payment option is mentioned as making costs manageable. Prescription handling via paper pickup, not fax, is noted as a minor friction point but attributed to VCA corporate policy rather than local staff.

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Thrive Pet Healthcare - Cedar Park
#102
79

Thrive Pet Healthcare - Cedar Park

4.5(756)✓ Google-verified

Most visits earn praise for warm, attentive care and clear explanations, especially during routine exams and end-of-life support. Staff routinely greet pets by name and answer questions without rushing. The Thrive Plus membership offers good value for families with multiple pets or puppies needing frequent visits. Recent complaints center on waits during emergencies without updates, and a concerning practice of separating anxious cats from owners during vaccinations. One owner reported her cat came back bleeding and extremely stressed after being separated for shots. The clinic also faced criticism for redirecting an unexamined cat to emergency care, which led to a costly seven-hour visit that a different vet resolved in 30 minutes the next day.

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New Hope Animal Hospital
#103
80

New Hope Animal Hospital

4.6(879)✓ Google-verified

Most appointments highlight responsive, kind staff and vets who explain options carefully and keep costs visible. However, recent visits under newer doctors show lapses: dismissive diagnoses, abrupt bedside manner, and pharmaceutical pushes that contradict earlier standards. The pattern suggests inconsistency tied to staffing changes rather than clinic-wide collapse.

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Northwest Austin Veterinary Center
#104
83

Northwest Austin Veterinary Center

4.7(469)✓ Google-verifiedPublishes prices

Reviewers consistently praise named veterinarians (especially Dr. Craciun and Dr. Simmons) for genuine compassion with nervous, traumatized, and senior pets. The team greets clients by name, spends time understanding each animal's needs, and handles anxious dogs with treats and patience. However, recent complaints flag vaccines priced five times above market rate and a serious incident with Dr. Boyd using physical dominance tactics that injured a patient. The clinic operates as a full-service practice offering emergency care, surgery, dental work, and geriatric support. End-of-life care was specifically praised. Staff consistency and follow-up stand out. The business claims 30 years of operation and a first exam price of $25, though routine vaccine and visit costs have drawn substantial criticism from budget-conscious owners.

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Animal Dermatology Clinic
#105
68

Animal Dermatology Clinic

4.2(17)✓ Google-verified

Two board-certified dermatologists tackle cases other vets can't resolve, with thorough diagnostics and clear explanations that leave owners feeling heard. Recent visitors praise fair pricing for specialty care and staff patience with anxious pets, but older reviews flag consistent appointment delays, email-only contact, and inconvenient pickup windows for allergy serums that require multiple trips.

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Manchaca Village Veterinary Care
#106
83

Manchaca Village Veterinary Care

4.8(824)✓ Google-verified

Most recent visits praise the staff's warmth and technical skill, but pricing complaints have intensified. A five-star majority appreciates knowledgeable care and gentle handling of anxious pets, yet two detailed recent reviews fault premium pricing without matching facility quality or bedside manner consistency. One veteran client reported the new phone system prompted them to consider leaving after decades.

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Vetco Total Care
#107
74

Vetco Total Care

4.2(351)✓ Google-verified

Vetco Total Care draws strong praise for staff kindness and medical thoroughness when visits go smoothly, with customers noting transparent pricing and a clean environment. Recent reviews reveal a clinic in transition: positive experiences center on named vets like Dr. Dror and techs such as Laura and Ciara, but concurrent complaints about long waits, a facility described as dirty and smelly, and a serious incident involving a Great Dane and alleged breed bias raise real concerns about consistency.

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Austin Vet Care at Metric, A Thrive Pet Healthcare Partner
#108
78

Austin Vet Care at Metric, A Thrive Pet Healthcare Partner

4.5(189)✓ Google-verified

Long-term clients consistently praise the veterinarians, particularly Dr. Cotnam, Dr. Brandes, and Dr. Tracy, for their knowledge, patience, and genuine care. Staff are frequently described as kind and attentive during exams and procedures, and appointments typically move quickly. Recent friction centers on front desk responsiveness, prescription handling, and unclear corporate policies. Medication refills have been delayed or denied despite records existing across the Thrive network. Some clients feel pressured toward the clinic's preferred pharmacy and report unanswered requests for routine prescription copies. These administrative hurdles contradict the strong veterinary care most clients experience.

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PAZ Veterinary East
#109
81

PAZ Veterinary East

4.6(504)✓ Google-verifiedPublishes prices

Most visits go smoothly with warm staff, especially for anxious or senior animals. However, a recent high-cost appointment was rushed and marred by undisclosed vaccine decisions and an abandoned service, raising questions about whether urgency or profit drives prioritization in busy slots.

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Pet Specialists of Austin
#110
75

Pet Specialists of Austin

4.0(546)✓ Google-verified

Pet Specialists of Austin earns trust through skilled specialty teams who diagnose and treat complex cases other vets cannot. Staff explain test results in detail, coordinate seamlessly between departments, and show genuine care for anxious pets and worried owners. Recent visits highlight their work with surgery, neurology, and emergency medicine; even costly care feels justified when outcomes are excellent and communication is clear throughout.

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Emancipet Austin Dental and Surgical Center
#111
80

Emancipet Austin Dental and Surgical Center

4.6(51)✓ Google-verifiedPublishes prices

Emancipet Austin Dental delivers respected low-cost surgeries and dental work; reviewers highlight affordable pricing, skilled veterinarians, and staff who calm anxious animals. Recent visits show consistent praise for dental cleanings and spay/neuter procedures, though walk-in policies and occasional front desk friction have frustrated some arrivals.

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Pinnacle Pet Hospital
#112
80

Pinnacle Pet Hospital

5.0(12)✓ Google-verified

Every recent review praises Dr. Weeks by name: reviewers consistently mention her scientific approach, patience with nervous pets, and refusal to push unnecessary treatments. The clinic itself draws praise for its design and welcoming atmosphere, with staff like Andrew the vet tech and the entire team noted for calm, attentive care. Loyalty is high, with multiple reviewers saying they followed Dr. Weeks from her previous practice and trust her implicitly.

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Vetco Total Care
#113
80

Vetco Total Care

4.7(181)✓ Google-verified

Since Dr. Anna Chan left earlier this year, this Vetco location has struggled with staffing and communication. When staff are available, they show genuine care for animals, and end-of-life services have been praised. But recent reviews describe missed diagnoses, prescriptions getting lost, phone calls unanswered for weeks, and posted hours that don't match reality. Exams run $90 and include vaccines and basic care. The front desk remains consistently kind, and some clients still trust this clinic for routine visits. However, the combination of ownership confusion after Dr. Chan's departure, lack of notice to patients, and inconsistent operations now appears across multiple recent reviews as a persistent management issue worth planning for before booking.

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BEEVET Animal Hospital
#114
75

BEEVET Animal Hospital

4.4(108)✓ Google-verified

Most visits bring warm praise for compassionate care and breed expertise, but recent complaints show inconsistent communication when owners need guidance most. Some received clear next-step counseling; others felt dismissed when calling with questions or left unclear about critical test findings.

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Healing Hearts Animal Urgent Care
#115
79

Healing Hearts Animal Urgent Care

4.7(34)✓ Google-verified

Most visits result in swift, confident care with staff who explain what is happening and what to expect. Dr. Stetson handles complex surgery (splenectomy, transfusions) with clear guidance; vet tech Jaylo and others earn praise for gentleness and follow-up calls. Recent concerns include one weekend shift where an inexperienced vet left owners confused during a puppy emergency, and isolated front-desk rudeness during intake calls. Cost runs higher than regular vet but well below emergency-room pricing. The clinic handles urgent care, nail trims, wound closure, and end-of-life with equal composure. Online check-in streamlines arrival for breathing emergencies. Staff names appearing in online replies raised a privacy question from one owner. Open late and on weekends near Crystal Park, serving Round Rock.

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Central Texas Veterinary Speciality and Emergency Hospital- Round Rock
#116
74

Central Texas Veterinary Speciality and Emergency Hospital- Round Rock

4.3(1253)✓ Google-verified

Reviewers experience a high-stakes, uneven emergency service: top surgeons and specialists earn strong praise for their technical skill and compassion, but the ER frequently bottlenecks at triage, leaving some patients waiting seven hours for straightforward cases. Diagnostic coordination between departments has faltered in serious cases, though recent reviews highlight the surgical team's diligence and post-operative care. The hospital serves a broad specialist network across Central Texas and manages city shelter referrals.

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Austin Veterinary & Specialty Center
#117
60 low data

Austin Veterinary & Specialty Center

4.3(6)✓ Google-verified

Most reviewers praise the specialist team for oncology, neurology, and ongoing care; staff earn consistent marks for patience and clear explanation. A one-star review from four months ago describes a catastrophic failure during an emergency c-section: a pregnant dog arrived with signs of distress, waited four hours without examination, and was transferred to another hospital where two puppies were lost despite 45 minutes of resuscitation. This case stands alone in the dataset and contradicts the five-star emergency and general reviews, suggesting inconsistent emergency response.

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Wells Branch Pet & Bird Clinic
#118
68

Wells Branch Pet & Bird Clinic

3.9(404)✓ Google-verifiedPublishes prices

Wells Branch keeps prices low enough that families can afford serious care. One puppy owner credited them with saving their pet's life after parvo diagnosis, because the clinic's costs were a fraction of emergency-room fees and they sent the owner home with supplies to continue treatment. Several long-term clients praise Dr. Wadhwani's clinical eye and gentleness with elderly or end-of-life pets. Recent visits expose friction: some reviewers describe hour-plus waits, especially for cats and anxious animals, and staff who dismiss concerns about pet anxiety as unusual. Others report being quoted low prices on the phone but charged substantially more, or told they need add-ons they didn't request. Wait times and upsell tactics divide opinion sharply, and the clinic's professionalism splits between reviewers who find staff warm and those who experience dismissiveness.

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Michael Mullen DVM
#119
58 low data

Michael Mullen DVM

5.0(11)✓ Google-verified

Dr. Mullen offers house calls in Austin with a consistent track record of calm, compassionate care across multiple pet generations. Patients value his willingness to visit at home, pragmatic health advice, and steady presence through difficult end-of-life decisions.

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Central Texas Veterinary Speciality and Emergency Hospital
#120
68

Central Texas Veterinary Speciality and Emergency Hospital

4.0(1424)✓ Google-verified

Five-star and one-star reviews split roughly evenly. Positive experiences highlight warm, quick emergency responses and skilled surgical teams; families remember staff names and feel their pets were well-handled during crises. Negative recent reviews raise concerns about pressure to pursue costly exploratory procedures without confirmed diagnoses, dismissive communication from certain emergency doctors, and delays in scheduling specialty referrals-including one case where a cat's condition worsened during a week-long wait for a neurology appointment.

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Westgate Pet & Bird Hospital: Lusk Rick DVM
#121
70 low data

Westgate Pet & Bird Hospital: Lusk Rick DVM

4.8(4)

Dr. Lusk's practice earns consistent praise for compassionate care and diagnostic precision. Clients credit him with uncovering serious conditions early and providing exceptional support during emergencies and end-of-life decisions.

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Varga Jeremy DVM - Austin Veterinary Diagnostic Hospital
#122
69 low data

Varga Jeremy DVM - Austin Veterinary Diagnostic Hospital

4.4(5)✓ Google-verified

Dr. Varga earns strong marks for diagnostic skill and finding answers other vets missed. Owners describe him as calm, caring, and exceptionally attentive to their pets' wellbeing.

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Harris Veterinary Oncology
#123
54 low data

Harris Veterinary Oncology

5.0(3)✓ Google-verified

All three reviews praise Dr. Krystal Harris for mobile oncology care, combining conventional and integrative medicine. Owners credit her expertise and compassionate approach with extending their pets' lives significantly. Her home visits, clear communication, and hospice services earned consistent five-star ratings.

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Wells Branch Pet & Bird Clinic - Savita M Wadhwani DVM
#124
68 low data

Wells Branch Pet & Bird Clinic - Savita M Wadhwani DVM

4.1(16)✓ Google-verified

Dr. Wadhwani delivers solid, affordable care to dogs and cats over decades of practice, with staff praised for warmth and efficiency. Recent complaints centre on unavailable bird services and one negative interaction regarding communication style and treatment recommendations.

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Northwest Austin Veterinary: Boston Billie DVM
#125
65 low data

Northwest Austin Veterinary: Boston Billie DVM

5.0(2)Publishes prices

Two five-star reviews praise the staff for being kind and professional with strong customer service. Limited review evidence available.

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Banfield Pet Hospital
#126
64

Banfield Pet Hospital

3.7(269)✓ Google-verified

Reviewers report split experiences: some praise Dr. Ruiz, Dr. Lorenzini, and staff for quick X-rays, attentive care, and willingness to accommodate anxious rescue dogs. Others faced dismissive check-in staff, surprise bills after preventive visits, missed diagnoses (ringworm mistaken for allergies), and repeated appointment cancellations due to system failures. Wellness members report frustration with canceled surgeries and lack of proactive patient contact during outages.

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Harris Veterinary Oncology
#127
51 low data

Harris Veterinary Oncology

5.0(2)✓ Google-verified

Dr. Harris provided compassionate, individualized oncology care for pets at end of life, presenting all treatment options and supporting decisions without judgment. Evidence is limited to a small review sample.

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NVA
#128
63 low data

NVA

4.0(44)✓ Google-verified

Recent reviews report billing disputes and retaliation across NVA locations, including refused service after payment disagreements and critical failures in emergency care protocols. Older reviews praise friendly staff and animal care, but newer complaints center on financial practices and system errors in high-stakes situations.

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Lawrence Mobile Internal Medicine Consulting Services, PLLC
#129
44 low data

Lawrence Mobile Internal Medicine Consulting Services, PLLC

3.7(3)✓ Google-verified

Two recent five-star reviews praise Dr. Lawrence for transparent communication, efficient mobile endoscopy, and specialist expertise. An older one-star review raises serious concerns about bedside manner and diagnostic care during a difficult case. Evidence is limited, so weigh the complaint carefully against the positive recent assessments.

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Farmer Gregg DVM
#130
59 low data

Farmer Gregg DVM

4.8(9)✓ Google-verifiedPublishes prices

Dr. Farmer and his team earn trust by treating pets as family and never pushing unnecessary care. Reviewers return for years, citing honest prognosis, itemized treatment plans, and thoughtful touches like paw-print memorials after euthanasia.

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TPLO Austin
#132
57 low data

TPLO Austin

5.0(5)✓ Google-verified

Reviewers consistently report successful TPLO outcomes and fast recovery timelines. Dr. Allman and his team provide detailed surgical guidance, maintain contact via dedicated texting during the critical post-op weeks, and explain every step of the process.

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Stephanie Baker. DVM
#133
55 low data

Stephanie Baker. DVM

4.7(7)

Dr. Baker earns consistent praise for her compassionate approach to animal care and willingness to work patiently with difficult pets. Long-term clients highlight her conservative treatment philosophy, which avoids unnecessary tests, plus her personal follow-up during pet loss.

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Reagan Wilson, DVM
#134
53 low data

Reagan Wilson, DVM

4.5(2)

Reviewers consistently praise Reagan Wilson for listening carefully, explaining decisions clearly, and managing anxious pets with skill. Evidence is limited to two reviews spanning several years.

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Vida Veterinary Mobile Services
#135
47 low data

Vida Veterinary Mobile Services

3.5(8)✓ Google-verifiedPublishes prices

Vida Mobile Vet draws strong praise for bringing care to your home and handling nervous pets, but recent reviews flag serious billing disputes and consent concerns that have not resolved in the most recent evidence. Five-star reviews highlight responsiveness and expertise; however, the most detailed recent complaint describes unexpected charges of $800+ after a $230 agreed visit, along with alleged unprofessional conduct.

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John Rae, DVM
#136
46 low data

John Rae, DVM

3.0(2)

Limited review evidence: one five-year-old five-star account of attentive care contrasts sharply with a six-year-old one-star report of chart errors, missed calls, and disputed charges that the reviewer describes as coercive. The average 3-star rating reflects this split, with no recent reviews to clarify current operations.

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Austin Veterinary Surgical Center
#137
42 low data

Austin Veterinary Surgical Center

4.0(2)✓ Google-verified

Not enough recent reviews yet to synthesise a reliable sentiment read for this business.

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MRI Vets
#138
26 low data

MRI Vets

No rating yet✓ Google-verified

Not enough recent reviews yet to synthesise a reliable sentiment read for this business.

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Floyd Jennifer DVM
#139
26 low data

Floyd Jennifer DVM

No rating yet

Review evidence is not available for this business. Their website lists emergency and critical care, internal medicine, neurology, oncology, ophthalmology, and rehabilitation services for South Austin, Round Rock, and Central Texas.

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Mouser Dee Ann DVM
#140
23 low data

Mouser Dee Ann DVM

No rating yet

Limited review evidence is available for this AAHA-accredited clinic. Their website lists services spanning wellness, exotic and avian care, diagnostics, surgery, and urgent care, but recent reviewer feedback is not yet in the directory.

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#141
22 low data

AusTexVet

No rating yet✓ Google-verified

Limited review evidence available for this business. Their website lists mobile services, routine care, surgery, dental work, and end-of-life support across Greater Austin.

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Last updated 2026-10-06