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Circle C Animal Hospital

Updated 2026-10-06 · 1,242 reviewed · 240 listed · Scored from 339 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.9(339) 93 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified Publishes prices
General Practice VetsSpecialty & Referral Vets
Circle C Animal Hospital
Location
Village At Western Oaks, Austin
Services
General Practice Vets, Specialty & Referral Vets
Reviews
339
Ranking
#1 in General Practice Vets
Best for
Pet owners seeking experienced long-term care with transparent pricing and emotional support during medical decisions.

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

Circle C keeps longer-term clients coming back by combining medical skill with genuine kindness. Vets like Smith, Duncan, and Sanchez take time to explain treatment options without pushing upsells, and staff move quickly when a pet is hurt or sick, whether it's same-day slots for injuries or rapid response to emergencies. Dental procedures stand out, backed by detailed post-op communication and visible pet recovery. Reviewers consistently note fair billing even during high-stress situations.

The clinic's strength lies in how staff treat both nervous pets and anxious owners. Front desk and technicians like Denise Dufour offer support beyond appointment logistics, and the team remembers financial circumstances when discussing care plans. Families report staying loyal for years or decades, and new arrivals praise the welcoming first visit almost as much as the medical outcomes.

Praised for
  • compassionate, patient vets
  • quick access for urgent cases
  • transparent pricing and no pressure
  • responsive communication
  • skilled dental work
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Best for: Pet owners seeking experienced long-term care with transparent pricing and emotional support during medical decisions.

Where this business shines

  • Same-day urgent appointments for injuries
  • Skilled dental work with detailed post-op updates
  • Fair pricing with no pressure to upsell
  • Named veterinarians (Dr. Smith, Dr. Duncan, Dr. Sanchez) praised across reviews

Worth knowing

  • Dr. Smith, Dr. Duncan, Dr. Sanchez named as skilled and compassionate vets
  • Denise Dufour (vet tech) and Alison (front desk) noted for exceptional care and support
  • Dental procedures with anesthesia communication for anxious owners
  • Same-day appointment available for emergency bite wound care
  • Follow-up texts during surgery to ease owner anxiety
  • Multiple long-term clients (26 years, years of loyalty noted)
  • Responsive to phone and email communication

What reviews say by service

General Practice Vets
Preventive care and routine exams praised for kindness and thoroughness without pressure.
Specialty & Referral Vets
Dental surgery and post-operative care highlighted as skilled and communicative with anxious pet owners.

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 72% 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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322
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9
3
1
2
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7

Common questions

Can I get a same-day appointment if my pet is injured?
Yes. A recent review describes getting a cat seen the same day despite the clinic being busy, and another dog was taken in quickly after a dog bite.
Do they explain costs before treatment?
Reviewers describe transparent pricing and staff keeping financial circumstances in mind when discussing care options. No upselling is mentioned across any recent review.
Are they good with anxious or nervous pets?
Multiple reviews mention staff helping nervous pets relax and providing extra support and reassurance to anxious owners during procedures like dental surgery.

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Last updated 2026-10-06