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Dessau Veterinary Clinic

Updated 2026-10-06 · 1,242 reviewed · 240 listed · Scored from 347 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.7(347) 86 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
General Practice VetsEmergency & 24-Hour Vets
Dessau Veterinary Clinic
Location
River Ranch, Austin
Services
General Practice Vets, Emergency & 24-Hour Vets
Reviews
347
Ranking
#5 in General Practice Vets
Best for
Owners with anxious or fearful pets; families seeking long-term veterinary relationships

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

Dessau earns strong marks for staff warmth and clinical attentiveness. Reviewers consistently praise Dr. Campbell, Dr. Breaux, and their team for taking time with each animal, handling anxious pets with patience, and explaining costs upfront. Recent visits show the clinic managing complex cases (fungal infections, post-surgical care, end-of-life) with genuine care and follow-up. Older complaints about boarding cleanliness and procedural distractions (unlocked exam room doors) have not surfaced in the last six months; current reviews focus on quality of veterinary and interpersonal care.

Praised for
  • compassionate staff and veterinarians
  • thorough exams and diagnostics
  • goes out of their way to help clients
  • excellent with anxious pets
  • clear communication and transparency about costs
Watch-outs
  • inadequate facility hygiene; past boarding cleanliness concerns
  • disruptions during procedures due to lack of door protocols
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Best for: Owners with anxious or fearful pets; families seeking long-term veterinary relationships
Think twice if: Boarding is available; older reviews noted cleanliness concerns, though no recent complaints have surfaced

Where this business shines

  • Experienced vets (Dr. Campbell, Dr. Breaux) known by name and trusted long-term
  • Staff proactive with diagnostics and follow-up care
  • Open 7 days and will see walk-in emergencies before closing
  • Willing to source cheaper medication compounds for clients

Worth knowing

  • Dr. Campbell and Dr. Breaux named repeatedly as trusted, experienced veterinarians
  • Staff call pharmacies to find cheaper compounded medications for long-term treatment
  • Sent sympathy card to client after euthanasia of 10-year-old cat
  • Boarding services offered; saw patients within 10 minutes of closing time for emergency stitches
  • Clients report 17+ years of continuous care with this practice

What reviews say by service

General Practice Vets
Strong praise for thorough exams, vaccines, post-surgical care, and hands-on approach
Emergency & 24-Hour Vets
Willing to handle urgent cases (stitches, post-surgery issues) close to closing time; supportive and upbeat under pressure

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 73% of the businesses in this directory.

What earned this score?

How We Score
Star rating 80
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 70
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

5
302
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15
3
5
2
5
1
20

Common questions

Are they open on weekends?
Yes, Dessau publishes opening hours for all 7 days.
Do they handle anxious pets?
Reviews consistently praise their patience with nervous or fearful animals, including a 16-year-old dog who trembles at vet visits.
Will they help if I can't afford a medication?
Staff have called around to pharmacies to source cheaper compounded medications for clients on long-term treatment plans.
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Last updated 2026-10-06