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Austin Urban Veterinary Center

Updated 2026-10-06 · 1,242 reviewed · 240 listed · Scored from 527 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.9(527) 93 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
Low-Cost & Nonprofit Vet ClinicsGeneral Practice VetsEmergency & 24-Hour VetsSpecialty & Referral VetsHolistic & Integrative Vets
Austin Urban Veterinary Center
Location
Market District, Austin
Services
Low-Cost & Nonprofit Vet Clinics, General Practice Vets, Emergency & 24-Hour Vets
Reviews
527
Ranking
#5 in Low-Cost & Nonprofit Vet Clinics
Best for
Pet owners seeking convenient emergency care, boarding, and grooming in one location.

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

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What recent reviews say

Long-term clients and first-time walk-ins report the same experience: vets and staff who listen without rushing, answer questions thoroughly, and treat each pet as an individual rather than a line item. Dr. Jessica Morrissey, Dr. Rivera, and Dr. Rudnick are named repeatedly for patience and knowledge. The clinic offers dental, surgery, vaccinations, boarding, daycare, grooming, and emergency care; they specialize in international health certificates and handle anxious pets well. Recent reviews are entirely four or five star.

Praised for
  • knowledgeable and compassionate staff
  • walk-ins accommodated quickly
  • patient vets who listen
  • clean modern facility
  • treats pets as individuals not transactions
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Best for: Pet owners seeking convenient emergency care, boarding, and grooming in one location.

Where this business shines

  • walk-ins welcome with short wait times
  • named vets known for patience with anxious pets
  • all-in-one facility with boarding, daycare, grooming
  • USDA-accredited for international health certificates

Worth knowing

  • Dr. Jessica Morrissey known for patience and attentiveness to individual pets
  • Dr. Rivera praised for dental cleanings and understanding anxious animals
  • Dr. Rudnick specializes in USDA-accredited international health certificates
  • Derek (nurse) noted for knowledge and compassion
  • Misty (intake staff) mentioned for clarity on pre/post-care instructions
  • Becky (staff) noted for helpfulness
  • Cats have individual rooms with vents during boarding
  • Gift bags sent home with treats after visits

What reviews say by service

General Practice Vets
Routine visits praised for attentive vets who listen and explain care clearly.
Emergency & 24-Hour Vets
Walk-ins accommodated quickly even without appointment; staff responsive to urgent needs.
Low-Cost & Nonprofit Vet Clinics
Described as reasonably priced and not treating visits as financial transactions.
Specialty & Referral Vets
USDA-accredited vets handle complex cases like international health certificates.

How it compares

  • Rated 4.9 against a 4.62 average across the 214 general practice vets businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 83% of the businesses in this directory.

What earned this score?

How We Score
Star rating 92
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 81
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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494
4
18
3
4
2
3
1
8

Common questions

Do you take walk-ins?
Yes. One recent first-time customer was offered an appointment within 20 minutes.
What services does the clinic offer?
Their website lists emergency care, surgery, dental, vaccinations, wellness care, boarding, daycare, grooming, nail trim, diagnostics, acupuncture, laser therapy, end-of-life care, nutrition counseling, and allergies/dermatology.
Do you handle international pet moves?
Yes. Dr. Rudnick is USDA-accredited and specializes in international health certificates. Recent clients have used this service for moves to Australia.
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Last updated 2026-10-06