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ASAP Vet: Veterinary Urgent Care

Updated 2026-10-06 · 1,242 reviewed · 240 listed · Scored from 797 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.9(797) 90 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
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ASAP Vet: Veterinary Urgent Care
Location
North Austin, Austin
Services
Mobile & House-Call Vets, Specialty & Referral Vets, Emergency & 24-Hour Vets
Reviews
797
Ranking
#9 in Mobile & House-Call Vets
Best for
Pet owners seeking affordable weekend and after-hours emergency care without the cost of a full 24-hour ER.

Business data from Google Business Profile, checked 2026-10-06. Facts from the business's own website were fetched 2026-10-06.

What recent reviews say

Walk-in urgent care with a strong track record for calming anxious pets and explaining costs upfront. Staff members are consistently praised for genuine warmth and attentiveness; multiple reviewers named Dr. Catherine, Dr. Fry, Dr. Spencer, and techs like Paige for standout kindness. Pricing runs well below typical emergency clinics (one reviewer cited $400 for a golden retriever emergency versus thousands elsewhere).

Two recent one-star reviews raise concerns about missed diagnosis and optional upselling. Most recent negative review (one week ago) alleges a critical kidney disease was not immediately escalated, leading to delayed referral. The other (one month ago) objects to the total cost climbing from $800 quoted to $1400 with optional add-ons. The overwhelming majority of recent reviews (88% four/five star across the last 17) report straightforward, attentive care with clear pricing discussion beforehand.

Praised for
  • caring and compassionate staff
  • reasonable pricing compared to other emergency clinics
  • thorough diagnostics and transparent treatment explanations
  • quick intake and minimal wait times for emergencies
  • clean, organized facility
Watch-outs
  • delayed diagnosis leading to missed critical conditions
  • upselling of optional treatments and add-ons
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Best for: Pet owners seeking affordable weekend and after-hours emergency care without the cost of a full 24-hour ER.
Think twice if: Anyone with a pet showing signs of serious illness (kidney disease, acute distress) should ask if immediate specialist referral is recommended, not just testing.

Where this business shines

  • Affordable emergency pricing compared to traditional ERs
  • Same-day intake for walk-in emergencies
  • Staff trained to calm anxious and aggressive pets
  • Transparent pricing and treatment options discussed upfront

Worth knowing

  • Dr. Catherine, Dr. Fry, and Dr. Spencer named for diagnostics and compassionate communication
  • Tech Paige and unnamed female tech praised for calming scared or aggressive pets
  • One reviewer was quoted $400 for a golden retriever emergency; another reported $1400 total after optional add-ons were included
  • Staff offer complimentary water and snacks during waits
  • One-week-old one-star review alleges delayed escalation of acute kidney disease case

What reviews say by service

Emergency & 24-Hour Vets
Praised for quick intake, calm handling of anxious pets, and transparent pricing; one recent case alleges missed critical diagnosis warranting immediate specialist referral.
General Practice Vets
Multiple reviews highlight thorough blood work, radiography, and clear medication explanations; staff coordinated specialist referrals and follow-up care.
Low-Cost & Nonprofit Vet Clinics
Consistent praise for reasonable pricing and willingness to discuss optional treatments; one complaint about add-ons pushing costs from $800 quoted to $1400.

How it compares

  • Rated 4.9 against a 4.67 average across the 131 emergency & 24-hour vets businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 92% of the businesses in this directory.

What earned this score?

How We Score
Star rating 93
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 70
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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762
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15
3
5
2
4
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11

Common questions

Can I walk in without an appointment?
Yes, they operate as walk-in urgent care. Recent reviews report quick intake, though one mentions longer waits when multiple emergencies are being handled simultaneously.
How much does an emergency visit typically cost?
One reviewer cited $400 for a golden retriever emergency. Pricing varies by case. Staff discuss costs upfront and explain which treatments are optional, according to multiple reviews.
Are they open weekends?
Yes, reviewers mention weekend visits and one specifically took their dog in on Saturday. Their website lists 7 days of opening hours.
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Last updated 2026-10-06