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PAZ Veterinary South

Updated 2026-10-06 · 1,242 reviewed · 240 listed · Scored from 506 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.6(506) 85 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified Publishes prices
General Practice VetsEmergency & 24-Hour VetsSpecialty & Referral VetsHolistic & Integrative Vets
PAZ Veterinary South
Location
Dawson, Austin
Services
General Practice Vets, Emergency & 24-Hour Vets, Specialty & Referral Vets
Reviews
506
Ranking
#64 in General Practice Vets
Best for
Owners of anxious, aggressive, or senior pets needing compassionate, attentive care and clear communication.

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 reviewers praise PAZ South for their patience with nervous or difficult dogs and their warm, thoughtful approach throughout every visit. The home-like exam rooms and attentive aftercare stand out, especially for complex cases requiring daily bandage changes or second opinions. One recent review flagged dismissive front desk behavior and initial refusal to provide visit notes, though a colleague corrected it; most other visits show excellent front desk hospitality.

Praised for
  • compassionate, patient approach to anxious or aggressive pets
  • clear communication and thorough explanations
  • comfortable, home-like facility design
  • responsive aftercare and follow-up
  • staff warmth from front desk through veterinarians
Watch-outs
  • inconsistent front desk professionalism
  • lack of visit summary provided without extra follow-up
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Best for: Owners of anxious, aggressive, or senior pets needing compassionate, attentive care and clear communication.
Think twice if: Front desk interactions can be uneven; confirm visit notes will be provided when you leave.

Where this business shines

  • Fear Free certified; patient with anxious or aggressive pets
  • home-like exam room design that reduces stress
  • responsive aftercare including daily bandage changes
  • accepts same-day appointments without emergency surcharge

Worth knowing

  • Dr. Rios named as particularly skilled with complex surgical cases and alternative treatment approaches
  • staff perform daily bandage changes on-site for wound care
  • same-day appointments available without emergency fees
  • online booking and end-of-visit payment system recently added
  • reception area designed as upscale lounge rather than clinical space

What reviews say by service

General Practice Vets
Reviewers consistently praised patience with difficult pets and thorough initial exams.
Emergency & 24-Hour Vets
Same-day appointments available without emergency surcharge; one reviewer noted immediate, welcoming response to urgent referral case.
Specialty & Referral Vets
Dr. Rios earned strong praise for skilled surgical assessment, second-opinion accuracy, and alternative approaches to complex wound healing.
Holistic & Integrative Vets
Business website claims traditional Chinese veterinary medicine and herbal medicine, though reviews do not specifically evidence this service.

How it compares

  • Rated 4.6 against a 4.62 average across the 214 general practice vets businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 82% of the businesses in this directory.

What earned this score?

How We Score
Star rating 73
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 70
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

5
444
4
12
3
10
2
11
1
29

Common questions

Do you take same-day appointments for urgent issues?
Yes. Reviewers reported getting same-day appointments without emergency surcharges.
Is there a discount for first-time visits?
The business lists 50% off the pet's first exam on their website.
What should I do if my pet is anxious?
PAZ is Fear Free certified and reviewers consistently report the staff excels with nervous, aggressive, or skittish pets. The exam rooms are designed to feel like home rather than a clinic.
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Last updated 2026-10-06