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Updated 2026-10-06 · 1,242 reviewed · 240 listed · Scored from 544 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.7(544) 88 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
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Best Vet
Location
Springwoods, Austin
Services
General Practice Vets, Mobile & House-Call Vets, Low-Cost & Nonprofit Vet Clinics
Reviews
544
Best for
families and long-term pet owners valuing honest advice and fair pricing over quick visits

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

Most visits run smooth and affordable, with Dr. Bob and his team earning consistent praise for taking time with worried owners and difficult pets without pushing unnecessary treatments. The main friction point remains waits that can stretch well past appointment time, a recurring issue that even loyal clients find hard to overlook.

Staff members like Sam and Red are named as standouts for their skill with anxious or complex cases. The practice handles routine care through end-of-life support, and reviewers emphasize the independence of the practice and its focus on pet health over profit, which sets it apart in a category often dominated by corporate operators.

Praised for
  • honest advice and no upsell pressure
  • caring staff with strong rapport with anxious pets
  • fair and reasonable pricing
  • locally owned, not corporate
  • thorough, patient veterinarians
Watch-outs
  • long wait times despite scheduled appointments
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Best for: families and long-term pet owners valuing honest advice and fair pricing over quick visits
Think twice if: you have strict time constraints; wait times beyond your appointment window are still reported in recent reviews

Where this business shines

  • locally owned, not corporate
  • fair pricing across routine and complex cases
  • strong rapport with anxious and difficult pets
  • named staff expertise (Dr. Bob, Sam, Red)

Worth knowing

  • Dr. Bob and Sam named for skilled handling of anxious and complex cases
  • Red commended for front desk care and helpfulness
  • Staff include technicians willing to answer questions and take time with owners
  • In-house lab and advanced digital x-rays available
  • Pricing described as cheapest and fairest in multiple reviews
  • Hospice and end-of-life care specifically praised

What reviews say by service

General Practice Vets
Skilled with routine care, preventive work, and end-of-life support; owners report fair pricing and thorough diagnosis

How it compares

  • Rated 4.7 against a 4.62 average across the 214 general practice vets businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 84% of the businesses in this directory.

What earned this score?

How We Score
Star rating 80
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 75
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

5
472
4
31
3
5
2
6
1
30

Common questions

What services does Best Vet offer?
Dental care, hospice and euthanasia, microchipping, parasite prevention, pain management, pharmacy, puppy and kitten care, ultrasound, vaccinations, wellness exams, advanced digital x-rays, and in-house laboratory work.
Are there any specific staff members known for handling anxious pets?
Yes. Sam is noted for skill with complex and scared cats and dogs, and the team as a whole is praised for patience with difficult or fearful animals.
How is the pricing?
Multiple recent reviewers describe it as the cheapest and fairest around, with no pressure to upsell unnecessary treatments.
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Last updated 2026-10-06